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ATA announces multiple new benefits for members
May 8th, 2025
Image: Advanced Textiles Association® Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is excited to introduce ATA Perks Plus, a new suite of benefits to support members in both their personal and professional lives. All benefits are available to ATA members in the U.S. and Canada and their employees; some perks extend to international members. To add employees to your […]
Milliken & Company releases 2024 Sustainability Report
May 8th, 2025
Image: Milliken & Company Milliken & Company released its seventh annual sustainability report, disclosing performance against its 2025 sustainability goals and 2030 net-zero targets. "Sustainability is at the core of Milliken's business strategy, and our 2024 sustainability report highlights our performance, processes and progress," says Halsey Cook, president and CEO at Milliken. "The progress we have made […]
Applications open for Lenzing Young Scientist Award
May 7th, 2025
Image: The Lenzing Group The Lenzing Group, a supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, has announced that applications are now open for the Lenzing Young Scientist Award. The award recognizes undergraduate and graduate students who develop innovative solutions to ecological challenges in the fiber and textile industry. The winners will […]
AFFOA collaborates with University of Oregon and Bemis Associates
May 6th, 2025
Image: AFFOA Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) has announced that its Transdisciplinary Workshop model will be brought to the West Coast, in partnership with the University of Oregon's sports product design graduate program and Bemis Associates. This initiative invites students to collaborate in studio teams to prototype advanced tactical apparel and gear utilizing Bemis' EverFit™ Sewfree® […]
Herculite Products Inc. acquires Strata Film Coatings
May 5th, 2025
Image: Herculite® Products Inc. Herculite® Products Inc. announces the acquisition of Strata Film Coatings, a manufacturer of advanced film coating solutions. A company press release says the strategic acquisition marks “a significant milestone in Herculite’s ongoing commitment to expand its product offerings and enhance its market presence.” “We are thrilled to welcome Strata Film Coatings into the […]
Jones Family of Companies appoints Dennis St. Louis to chief sales officer
May 5th, 2025
Dennis St. Louis. Image: Jones Family of Companies Jones Family of Companies, a textile nonwovens manufacturer in Humboldt, Tenn., announced the promotion of Dennis St. Louis to chief sales officer of Jones Nonwovens. In this role, he will lead the company’s continuing efforts to improve its sales approach and customer engagement model, focusing on expanding […]
Ultraflex Systems appoints Steven Spriggs as central territory sales manager
May 2nd, 2025
Image: Ultraflex Systems Inc. Ultraflex Systems Inc., a high-performing textiles and substrates manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Steven Spriggs as its central territory sales manager. With a background in procurement, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing, Spriggs brings nearly two decades of expertise in manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution to the role. Before joining Ultraflex, […]
Registration now open for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025
May 1st, 2025
Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is excited to announce that registration is now open for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, taking place November 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. As the industry’s leading trade show for specialty fabrics, advanced textiles, and shade and weather protection, the Expo draws thousands of professionals for three days […]
GALLS announces acquisition of Her BlueWear Uniforms
April 30th, 2025
Image: GALLS® GALLS®, a uniform and tactical gear supplier for U.S. public safety and military professionals, announced the acquisition of Her BlueWear Uniforms™. GALLS' purchase of Her BlueWear provides product scalability and increases the accessibility of uniforms for women in public safety. Her BlueWear Uniforms started with uniform pants, and its product line will now […]
Hohenstein supports Global Textile Scheme initiative for structured data exchange
April 29th, 2025
Image: Hohenstein Global testing and research laboratory Hohenstein has announced the acquisition of shares in Global Textile Scheme GmbH (GTS). The GTS initiative aims to create an international standard for handling structured product data in the textile and apparel industry. Hohenstein will support GTS in enhancing and automating data exchange along the supply chain. “The […]