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Registration opens for Advanced Textiles Expo
May 13th, 2026
Registration is open for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026. The show returns Nov. 3–5, 2026, in Orlando, Fla., at the Orange County Convention Center (West Building). Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) expects 4,000+ attendees and 300+ exhibitors. Exhibit booths are still open as well. Expo programming Attendees can look forward to show floor education with hands-on learning, […]
Safety Components launches redesigned website
May 13th, 2026
Image: Safety Components Fabric Technologies Safety Components Fabric Technologies Inc., Greenville, S.C., a technology-driven fabric solutions provider, has announced the launch of its refreshed brand identity and redesigned website. The new look celebrates the company’s more than 100 years of fabric innovation, global leadership, and ongoing commitment to serving first responders, military, outdoor and other […]
Healthcare Linen Services Group acquires Texas Textile Services
May 12th, 2026
Image: Healthcare Linen Services Group Healthcare Linen Services Group (HLSG), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group, has announced the acquisition of Texas Textile Services. HLSG is a provider of mission-critical outsourced linen laundry and management services to healthcare institutions. Texas Textile Services, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a regional provider of health care linen […]
Universal Fibers appoints Jay Brown president
May 11th, 2026
Image: Universal Fibers Universal Fibers has announced the appointment of Jay Brown as president. Bringing more than 35 years of leadership experience across the flooring, fiber and building materials industries, Brown joins the business at a pivotal time as it continues to advance innovation and strengthen its global commercial presence. Brown has held several senior roles […]
U.S. Court of International Trade rules 10% global tariffs illegal
May 8th, 2026
Three judges of the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled May 7 that the 10% global tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump in February were illegal. The 2–1 decision ruled that the tariffs imposed by the president under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 were "invalid" and "unauthorized by the law," according […]
Conflict in the Middle East leads to increase in resin prices
May 8th, 2026
Polypropylene and other plastic resins have increased in price in recent months as a result of conflict in the Middle East, affecting the cost of geosynthetic products. A similar price increase occurred in early 2021 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased demand for personal protective equipment worldwide. “Higher feedstock costs and supply disruptions tied […]
NCTO announces officer appointments for FY 2026
May 7th, 2026
Image: NCTO The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn products, has announced officer appointments for fiscal year 2026 following officer elections at its annual meeting April 14–16. Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO and founder of MMI Textiles, has been elected chair, and Jay Todd, […]
Bob Rosania named finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 Greater Philadelphia Award
May 5th, 2026
Ehmke Manufacturing Co. Inc., Philadelphia, Penn., announced that the company's CEO, Bob Rosania, has been named a finalist for the Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Greater Philadelphia Award. Now in its 41st year, the EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates entrepreneurs from various markets whose innovations drive economic […]
Landbell USA selected by CalRecycle as PRO for state EPR
May 1st, 2026
On March 2, Landbell USA announced that the organization was selected by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, or CalRecycle, to serve as the Producer Responsibility Organization for the state's Extended Producer Responsibility under the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 (SB 707). The act establishes a formal framework for the collection, repair, reuse and recycling […]
Media One becomes exclusive U.S. distributor for Mimaki TX330 Series
May 1st, 2026
Image: Media One Media One has been appointed the exclusive distributor for Mimaki's TX330 and TX330B textile pigment printing solutions in the U.S. The addition of the TX330 and TX330B strengthens Media One's position as a provider in the digital pigment-textile market. These solutions offer both direct-to-textile and dye sub transfer capabilities, enabling customers to streamline production, reduce water consumption, and […]