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MUTOH American promotes Derek Moffett, business development manager
May 8th, 2023
MUTOH America Inc. announced the promotion of Derek Moffett to the position of Business Development Manager. He will focus on expanding MUTOH printer sales through franchise networks and building strategic relationships with select franchise partners. Moffett, who previously served as a Product Manager at MUTOH America, has been an integral part of its Flatbed UV […]
Miami Corp. promotes John Tavano to VP sales
May 5th, 2023
The Miami Corporation announced the promotion of John Tavano to the position of vice president, sales. Tavano has been with the company for over 10 years. He joined Miami Corp. in 2013 as a regional sales representative focusing on the Northeast awning market. In 2017, he was promoted to national account manager and has since […]
PARÁ phasing out PFAS chemicals use
May 4th, 2023
As part of their continual commitment to adopt more sustainable production methods, PARÁ will begin using the world’s first plant-based finish on all of its fabric offerings including Tempotest® Performance Fabrics. PARÁ, a global leader in fabric development and production, has finalized its new PFAS-free finish, Teflon EcoElite™ and will be working towards converting all goods over throughout 2023. […]
Jeff Butler named AT Expo keynote speaker
May 3rd, 2023
Workplace expert Jeff Butler has been named as the keynote speaker for the 2023 Advanced Textiles Expo. Butler will focus on managing and working with various generations in “Building an Effective Multigenerational Workforce.” The Advanced Textiles Expo, formerly known as IFAI Expo, will be Nov. 1-3 in Orlando, Fla. Butler will kick off the show […]
Designtex appoints Oriana Reich VP of marketing
May 2nd, 2023
Oriana Reich Designtex announced that Oriana Reich has been named vice president of marketing. As a creative leader and brand builder who works at the intersection of culture, design and commerce, Oriana joins the team with extensive experience leading creative marketing strategy implementation around brand identity, image, product communications and narrative-building. With much of her […]
In memoriam: Kevin Yonce
May 1st, 2023
Former Industrial Fabrics Association International (now ATA) Chairman Kevin Yonce passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on April 29, 2023. Yonce was born January 24, 1970, in Urbana, Ill. He was a lifelong resident of Champaign-Urbana and a 1988 graduate of Urbana High School. Yonce is survived by his mother, Wanda, brother […]
Autoliv expands to Vietnam
April 28th, 2023
Digital rendering of new Autoliv facility in Vietnam. Autoliv Inc., a worldwide supplier of automotive safety systems, announced its plan to build a new state of the art airbag cushion and fabric plant in Vietnam, serving Asia. The investment in the new textile facility is in response to customer demands and is intended to meet […]
Holland Industrial Group to liquidate Duvaltex surplus
April 27th, 2023
Photo: Duvaltex Holland Industrial Group announces that they will be auctioning a selection of quality assets that are no longer required by Duvaltex. Over the last hundred years Duvaltex has been weaving tradition and sustainability from their four established textile brands. This Online Only Live Webcast Auction includes some of the most sought-after textile weaving […]
Trivantage promotes Keith Purves to business development and training manager
April 26th, 2023
Trivantage announces the promotion of Keith Purves, MFC, current outside sales representative in the Florida region, to business development and training manager. In his new role, Purves will focus on expanding the company’s portfolio of products and leading internal and external product application training. Purves and his wife operated Riverside Covers, a custom marine canvas […]
RE-SOURCE: Textile performance inspired by nature
April 25th, 2023
Two textile innovations in the collection have been lined with natural NATIVA merino wool on the interior, which offers maximum wearing comfort and is produced under the highest sustainability standards. Schoeller Textil AG announces the launch of its new recycled textile collection RE-SOURCE, creating a symbiosis of the highest quality, design, and current sustainability standards […]