IFAI - Industrial Fabrics Association International

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    • Fabric Graphics Association
    • Fabric Structures Association
    • Geosynthetic Materials Association
    • Marine Fabricators Association
    • Narrow Fabrics Institute
    • Professional Awning Manufacturers Association
    • Safety and Technical Products
    • Tarp Association
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    • Upholstery Journal
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  • February member profile

    IFAI member Ken Robinson solves problems with industry knowledge

    Ken Robinson uses IFAI resources to fulfill unusual customer requests

    Photo by Betsy Hansen

    > Read about Ken Robinson

  • Share your story

    Share your story

    In honor of IFAI's 100th anniversary, we want to hear about your company's involvement in significant events in the specialty fabrics industry and IFAI

    > Share your story

  • IAA winners

    IAA winners announced

    The winners of the 2011 International Achievement Awards were announced at IFAI Expo Americas 2011

    > Read about the IAA winners

  • IFAI Expo Americas 2011

    Highlights from IFAI Expo Americas 2011

    Photo galleries give you a glimpse of the exciting events at IFAI Expo Americas 2011, which took place at the Baltimore Convention Center.

    > View the photos

  • February member profile
  • Share your story
  • IAA winners
  • IFAI Expo Americas 2011

Industry news

  • Eastman and ExactFlat software reduces bottlenecks in tent and awning industry

    Eastman Machine Company, industry leaders in the industrial fabrics cutting system market, teams up with Tri-D Technologies...
    Wednesday, February 22
  • Supply55's carbide Premium Cutter Blades and Blade Holders

    Supply55, Inc. a leading provider of unique value added products to the sign, screen and graphic arts market is pleased to...
    Tuesday, February 21
  • Rachel Lessne wins AATCC Young Entrepreneur Award

    Rachel Lessne is this year’s recipient of the AATCC Young Entrepreneur Award. Lessne was chosen for her holistic...
    Monday, February 20

Upcoming events

  • Tent Conference 2012

    February 26–28
    New York, NY Hotel & Casino
    Las Vegas, Nev.
  • Training for the Tent Professional

    March 7
    Creedon & Co., Worcester, Mass.
  • USIFI Lobby Days

    March 26–27
    Washington, D.C.
  • IFAI Canada Expo 2012

    March 29–30
    Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre
    Mississauga, ON
  • GMA Lobby Day

    April 16–17
    Washington, D.C.

Member news

  • 2012 IFF Innovation Award competition announced for specialty fabrics industry

    A catalyst for the next great innovations  The Industrial Fabrics Foundation (IFF) today announced the beginning of the...
    Monday, February 13
  • IFAI to hold 100th Anniversary celebration at IFAI Expo Americas 2012 in Boston

    Mark your calendar now to attend Nov. 7-9, 2012, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center   The Industrial Fabrics...
    Thursday, February 9
  • IFAI announces President and CEO position opening

    The Board of Directors of the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) announces the opening of its President and CEO...
    Thursday, February 2
  • We want to hear from you! Share your stories with us today.
  • Register today for Tent Conference 2012!
  • Don't miss IFAI Canada Expo 2012.

IFAI is a not-for-profit trade association comprised of member companies representing the global
specialty fabrics marketplace.

IFAI invests its revenue to advance the industry and support member companies.

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  • Membership
    • Why join IFAI?
    • Join or renew
    • Member stories
    • Find a member
  • Interest groups
    • Fabric Graphics Association
    • Fabric Structures Association
    • Geosynthetic Materials Association
    • Marine Fabricators Association
    • Narrow Fabrics Institute
    • Professional Awning Manufacturers Association
    • Safety and Technical Products
  •  
    • Tarp Association
    • Tent Rental Division
    • US Industrial Fabrics Institute
    • IFAI Canada
    • IFAI Japan
    • IFAI Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand
  • Publications
    • Specialty Fabrics Review
    • Fabric Architecture
    • Fabric Graphics
    • Geosynthetics
    • InTents
    • Marine Fabricator
    • Upholstery Journal
    • Buyer's Guides
  • Events
    • Calendar
    • IFAI Expo Americas
    • IFAI Advanced Textiles Americas
    • Geosynthetics 2013
    • Other IFAI events
  • Advocacy
    • Defining advocacy
    • Practicing advocacy
    • Related resources
  • Media center
    • Logo downloads
    • News blog
    • Press releases
    • Photo galleries
    • Social media
    • Upload materials
  • Resources
    • Bookstore
    • Certification
    • ConnectNET
    • Industrial Fabrics Foundation
    • International Achievement Awards
    • Market research
    • Recognition
    • Specialty fabrics 101
    • Technical information

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