Andre West steps down as director of ZTE, Melissa Sharp named interim director

July 6, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Wilson College of Textiles at North Carolina State University (NC State) has announced that Andre West, Ph.D., has stepped down from his position as director of Zeis Textiles Extension (ZTE), and Melissa Sharp, the associate director of ZTE, has taken over as interim director. West will enter phased…
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Maynards announces two global webcast auctions featuring manufacturing assets

July 2, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Maynards Group of Companies, a global leader in industrial asset auctions and advisory services, has announced two webcast auctions featuring surplus manufacturing and laboratory assets from Natural Fiber Welding Inc., an internationally recognized innovator in sustainable materials technology. The …
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Register now for ATA webinar: Get Your Business Found on Social Media

July 2, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Registration is now open for the Get Your Business Found on Social Media webinar July 6, 6–7 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), it is free to ATA members and non-members. The webinar will provide an introduction to social media for small business owners, with a focus on …
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Registration open for ATA webinar: State of the Industrial Textile Industry 2026

July 2, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Registration is open now for the State of the Industrial Textile Industry 2026 webinar July 22, 1–2 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), the webinar is free to ATA members and non-members. Jonathan Sweet, director of content and member programs, ATA, will present results f…
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Arclin celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with Fabric of America Fund

July 2, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Arclin, a leading materials science company, announced the launch of its Fabric of America Fund, a nationwide, employee-driven giving initiative designed to commemorate the U.S.’s 250th anniversary while strengthening the communities where Arclin teams live and work. The Fabric of America Fund…
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AFFOA names awardees in third round of Product Accelerator for Functional Fabrics program

July 1, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Advanced Functional Fabrics of America Inc. (AFFOA) announced today that The Lycra Company, Gentex Corporation, Ecotune and MacroCycle Technologies have been selected as awardees in the third round of its Product Accelerator for Functional Fabrics (PAFF 3.0) program. The goal of the PAFF 3.0 progra…
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Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 Sessions Live

June 30, 2026  |  ATA Events, ATA News, Events, Expo News, Industry News, News

It’s that time of year again: Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 is almost here. This year, we’ve worked to create a professional networking and educational experience that is bigger and better than ever before. From raw materials to finished products, the expo brings together the people, tec…
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Fisher Textiles Honored with Five PRINTING United Alliance 2026 Pinnacle Awards

June 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Fisher Textiles, Matthews, N.C., announced that five of the company’s fabrics received awards in the 2026 Pinnacle Awards in various Media – Textile categories, including Banner, Drapery, Framing Systems Frontlit, Tablecloths & Liners and Upholstery. The Pinnacle Awards honor standout pr…
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