Congressman Joe Baca Visits A&R Tarpaulins Inc.
Congressman Joe Baca (D-Rialto) is set to visit A&R Tarpaulins Inc. September 1, 2011. He will tour the plant and congratulate the Fontana-based manufacturer on its recent accomplishments.
“I believe we should support businesses like A&R Tarpaulins that make products in America and don’t outsource jobs,” Congressman Baca said. “When products are made in America, people...
IFAI member Tarps Plus provides homes to thousands fleeing drought in Africa
As the drought intensifies in Africa, thousands of people are fleeing their homes for the refugee camps in Kenya. When they arrive there, they are given food to eat and poly tarps to make housing. Many tents are housing entire families, including parents, grandparents, and children. As the crisis continues, families are required to share housing with each other until more tarps are made...
Camatron Sewing Machine president in CNN interview on debt ceiling debate's impact on small businesses
Robert Ross, President of Camatron Sewing Machine, Inc., was featured in a CNN interview about debt ceiling debate's impact on small businesses. Camatron relies heavily on government contracts. Click on link below to view CNN interview.
Since 1970, Camatron has been supplying the needle trade with specialized sewing equipment. Founder Bob Ross Sr. was in the trade for over 50 years and...
John Viera of Ford Motor Co. to speak at IFAI Expo Americas 2011
John Viera, director of sustainable business strategies for Ford Motor Co., will speak at IFAI Expo Americas 2011 about sustainable materials for automotive interiors. The multi-part session, entitled From Concept to Action: Evolution of Sustainability...
Government experts present exporting how-tos - FREE at IFAI Expo Americas 2011
A series of value-packed free bonus sessions will be offered at IFAI Expo Americas 2011 focusing on the global marketplace and business-building information you need on exporting. Expert speakers include:
- Kim Glas,Deputy Assistant Secretary for Textiles and Apparel, U.S. Department of Commerce
- Representative Larry Kissell (D-NC) (invited)
- Mary Lynn Landgraf, Senior...
Candidates nominated for IFAI Board position
Dear IFAI Member--
I am delighted to announce an outstanding group of nominees has been proposed by the IFAI Leadership Development Committee for Board of Director positions becoming available in October. The Committee met June 7th and selected the following individuals for the positions indicated:
1st Vice Chairman (and Chairman-elect) / Two-year term: David...
IFAI suppliers list available for Exxon Yellowstone River oil spill
Cooley Group names new president
CooleyGroup names new president
Dan Dwight appointed as president and chief executive officer.
Tensar plant returns to full operation following fire
Top 10 tips for entering the International Achievement Awards
With the July 15 deadline for the International Achievement Awards quickly approaching, several companies are entering the competition to showcase their innovation, technical skill and design excellence.
Although the online entry form makes it faster and easier to enter than...
IFAI goes to bat for specialty fabrics industry funding
The Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) has sent specialty fabrics industry support letters to the U.S. Senate, Rep. Howard Coble (R–N.C.) and Rep. Larry Kissell (D–N.C.). The letters “express strong support of funding for a competitive research program specifically designed to advance the technological capabilities and overall competitiveness of the U.S....
Education concentrations announced for IFAI Expo Americas 2011
Symposiums and bonus sessions for IFAI Expo Americas 2011 in Baltimore, Md., have been announced.
Sterling Tents & Awnings Inc. celebrates 100 years in business
Unifi shows off new recycling center
Post-consumer plastic bottles and 11 million pounds of post-industrial fiber and fabric waste are turned into chips for use in its Repreve polyester yarn.
Unifi marks 40th anniversary with dedication to founder
Leading producer and processor of multi-filament polyester and nylon textured yarns Unifi Inc. marked the dedication of its Yadkinville, N.C., facility to late founder, G. Allen Mebane IV on Tuesday, 26 April.
Tent Rental Division Awards Ballasting Study to Clemson University
AR Tech Wins Space Launch Company Award
IFAI Expo Asia 2011 in Singapore a rousing success
IFAI Expo Asia 2011 in Singapore ended Friday, 25 March, and based on a poll of the exhibitors this specialty fabrics trade show premiere was a rousing success.
The exhibition opened Wednesday afternoon with a ribbon-cutting ceremony officiated by IFAI president and CEO Stephen Warner, chairman of the board Peter McKernan and an official from the...
Tech-developed decontamination cloth reaches market - may help Japan decontamination
"Disasters are our business," says Amit Kapoor, president and founder of IFAI member company First Line Technology.
