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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.
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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Shade fabrics take center stage in outdoor entertainment
June 1, 2025 | Features
From reimagined performance spaces and circus tents to portable solar panels and giant inflatables for outdoor concerts, these fabric structure case studies go beyond the sideshows to take center stage.
2025 State of the Industry report for advanced textiles
June 1, 2025 | Features, State of the Industry
The fact that a survey captures a moment in time was never more apparent. Advanced Textiles Association’s (ATA’s) annual State of the Industry survey occurred during the late February and early March period when the proposed tariff rules were changing daily, in addition to other policies. The un…
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Making moves: Lessons for changing business locations
June 1, 2025 | Features
It takes skill to be a fabricator, but it takes even more to be a successful fabricator—because at some point, your business may grow enough that you need more space. The steps required for a successful move might be new to you.
The Shade and Awnings supplement is here!
May 1, 2025 | Features
People want to be outdoors when they eat, drink or celebrate, and shade structure companies are seeing more demand for shade in multiuse spaces and outdoor entertainment areas. With fabric, steel and more, these companies create permanent and retractable structures with shelter from the elements.
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Continuing the family legacy of Mike’s Marine Custom Canvas
April 1, 2025 | Features, Perspective
A wall displaying nearly 30 years of industry awards marks the entrance to Mike’s Marine Custom Canvas in Virginia Beach, Va.—a testament to the shop’s history of quality and craftsmanship.