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Textile equipment manufacturers on doing business worldwide

October 1, 2025  |  Features

Companies that conduct business internationally benefit from a large customer base and market diversity. But at times, they must grapple with supply chain disruptions, contentious geopolitics and the interplay of various cultural dynamics—even getting everyone together on a Teams chat at a reasona…
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Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Show Preview

September 1, 2025  |  Features

Join thousands of textile professionals as Advanced Textiles Expo comes to the Midwest. The industry’s flagship event brings a full offering of networking, innovation and education to Indianapolis in 2025. Connect with the industry for four days of excitement and check out everything Advanced Text…
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Tent-tacular projects

September 1, 2025  |  Features

Tent rental companies must be prepared to tackle any disruption or surprise while on the job to ensure successful events and happy clients. Three tent rental companies—National Structures Events & Services, Organic-Concept and Stamford Tent & Event Services—achieved their clients’ goal…
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Compliance with FAA regs is key to doing aviation work

September 1, 2025  |  Features

Aircraft of all types and sizes are filled with textiles that may require an expert upholsterer or fabricator’s skills to repair or refresh. Customers can range from hobbyists restoring aircraft to regional rescue crews or even companies servicing private jets. Here’s what your business needs to…
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A new strategy expanded clientele of American Awning & Blind

August 1, 2025  |  Features, Perspective

In 2014, Ethan Halpern moved from the music classroom as a teacher to the shop floor as president and owner of American Awning & Blind Co. in North Hollywood, Calif. A family friend owned the business and offered Halpern the opportunity to buy it. U.S.-based and financially strong with a customi…
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Advancements in sustainable dyes

August 1, 2025  |  Features

Four textile manufacturers share advancements in sustainable dyes and how using natural resources cuts carbon emissions and reduces utility costs.
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Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Exhibitor Product Preview

August 1, 2025  |  Exhibitor Product Preview, Features

Here you’ll find a first look at the new products and value-added services waiting for you on the show floor at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 in Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 5–7.
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Boatman Marine Canvas values learning and planning

July 1, 2025  |  Features, Perspective

If Mike Boatman were to write a book on what he’s learned from 30-plus years in the marine fabrication industry, it would be one page with a single line: “Don’t be a jerk.” This short and simple philosophy has grounded him through the ins and outs of navigating a family business and cultivat…
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Navigating Canadian market challenges

July 1, 2025  |  Features

As of this writing, most Canadian textile manufacturers whose goods are included in the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) haven’t been directly affected by U.S.-imposed tariffs on Canadian imports. They have not, however, been spared from the consequences of this trade war, says Ryan M…
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PFAS regulations offer challenges and opportunities

July 1, 2025  |  Features

Regulations around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) currently resemble “a patchwork quilt,” says Daniella Landers, an attorney experienced in environmental regulation. Maine will ban these “forever chemicals” in all textile products beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Other states have varying…
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