Diamond Brand Mfg. secures exclusive U. S. Army tent contract

August 21, 2013  |  Industry News

Diamond Brand Manufacturing, Fletcher, N.C., has announced that it has been awarded an exclusive one-year contract valued at $2.75 million to produce and supply the Soldier Crew Tent to the United States Army. The contract, managed through the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLATS), affirms …
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SLINGMAX® heavy-duty sling helps top the Freedom Tower

August 19, 2013  |  Industry News

The Freedom Tower, located at One World Trade Center (1WTC), New York, N.Y., is a focal point for American pride, determination and recovery following the destruction of New York City’s Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. Freedom Tower’s focal point is its 408-foot silver spire. Raising t…
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AATCC to sponsor symposium on textile wet processing

August 16, 2013  |  Industry News

AATCC’s Chemical Applications Interest Group is sponsoring a symposium Oct. 16-17, 2013. Textile Wet Processing: The Way Forward will be held at the Textile Technology Center in Belmont, N.C. The program sessions will focus on fibers, preparation, dyeing, color communication, finishing and sus…
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Diagonal Consulting to conduct Asian market study

August 15, 2013  |  Industry News

Diagonal Consulting (India) has been appointed by a leading nonwovens producer from the MENA region to carry out an Asian market study for the medical and hygiene nonwovens sector. The study will encompass the sector overview and growth potential covering the following Asian countries: India Indones…
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SBA webinar series on new healthcare law

August 13, 2013  |  Industry News

Looking for insight about how the Affordable Care Act will affect your small business and your employees? The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering a webinar series focused on what the new healthcare law means for you. The series will touch on both federal and state provisions to help loca…
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Deadlines nearing for textile student scholarships and grants

August 9, 2013  |  Industry News

The AATCC Foundation, Inc., recently announced September deadlines for two programs designed to support students enrolled in university textile programs. The AATCC Foundation Student Research Support Program is awarding grants of $500 to $4,000 to encourage student research in textile chemistry and …
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Global Imaging holds second annual open house

August 8, 2013  |  Industry News

Global Imaging recently hosted nearly 30 key industry leaders, manufacturers, reps and company owners at its Workflow Studio Open House. The 6,500 square-foot studio is designed to emulate an entire grand-format production facility, so customers could see the newest cutting edge products available. …
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AATCC launches new free mobile app

August 7, 2013  |  Industry News

Staying connected to the latest textile industry news just became easier with the new, free, AATCC mobile app. Available for free download on iphone or Android, the app provides access to feature stories, AATCC news, AATCC events, the association’s Twitter feed and textile industry job listing…
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Teijin teams with Kogakuin University for World Solar Challenge

August 5, 2013  |  Industry News

The Teijin Group has announced that two of its business divisions are supporting Japan’s Kogakuin University in developing a car made with carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) for the World Solar Challenge, the world’s biggest solar car race, which will take place in Australia from Oct…
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Metlon Corporation updates, launches new website

August 2, 2013  |  Industry News

Metlon Corporation updates, launches new website Metlon Corporation updates, launches new website Cranston, R.I.-based Metlon Corporation has launched its new company website, which incorporates new photographs and a more comprehensive, user-friendly experience. The new website is modeled to reflect…
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