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Terrafix Geosynthetics Inc. acquires Geosynthetic Systems

Terrafix Geosynthetics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leggett and Platt, has acquired Ottawa-based Geosynthetics Systems. Geosynthetic Systems specializes in the distribution of products used for erosion and sediment control, drainage and stormwater management, construction, gabion systems, engineered walls and landscaping. Geosynthetic Systems was founded by Peter Mulrooney, an entrepreneur whose background consists of experiences in [...]

By |2022-10-04T08:01:45-05:00October 4, 2022|

MFA education at the NECPA Expo 2023

Marine Fabricator Association (MFA) members are encouraged to attend the North East Canvas Products Association (NECPA) Expo 2023 featuring marine canvas education brought to you by the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) MFA division. This annual event, held by MFA’s industry partner NECPA, offers education and the opportunity to network and meet with suppliers in the [...]

By |2022-10-03T08:17:52-05:00October 4, 2022|

TSMO award winners announced

The National Operations Center for Excellence (NOCoE) has named the winners of its 2022 Transportation Systems Management and Operations or TSMO Awards. This annual contest celebrates TSMO strategies and tools that leverage existing infrastructure to increase safety and reliability. Each year, NOCoE also develops case studies for each winning entry as well as for many of the other [...]

By |2022-10-04T01:55:00-05:00October 4, 2022|

Madewell launches denim with bluesign® APPROVED ISKO fabrics

In a textile industry where sustainability is a top priority, Madewell, ISKO and bluesign® have come together for a strategic collaboration. Madewell has created the first ever denim style using bluesign® APPROVED ISKO fabrics, prioritizing sustainability in the production of a pair of women’s denim jeans. The Cali Demi-Boot Jeans, retailing for $138 USD launched [...]

By |2022-10-03T09:50:28-05:00October 3, 2022|

Hand-feel testing equipment

The SDL Atlas FTT® Fabric Touch Tester meets the requirements of the new textile industry standard specifying textile hand-feel testing and evaluation. The SDL Atlas FTT® Fabric Touch Tester meets the requirements of the new textile industry standard specifying textile hand-feel testing and evaluation. Hand feel has continued to be difficult to communicate, and the [...]

By |2022-10-03T09:15:15-05:00October 3, 2022|

Hurricane Ian leaves destruction in Florida

Hurricane Ian made landfall on Wednesday, Sept. 28, in southwestern Florida from Tampa to Naples, Bonita Springs, Sanibel Island, and Fort Myers, making its way inland to Orlando before heading up Florida to North Carolina. When Ian arrived in southwest Florida, it was a category 4 hurricane, decimating homes, businesses, roads and marine infrastructure. Reports [...]

By |2022-10-03T08:13:30-05:00October 3, 2022|

Webinar – The Impact of Geosynthetics on Site Design – October 12

A webinar by Peter Hanrahan on The Impact of Geosynthetics on Site Design will take place on October 12, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET. 1 PDH credit is available and you can register here. Up until midway through the 20th century, roadway designers, site managers and installers had few options available for soil [...]

By |2022-10-03T01:40:00-05:00October 3, 2022|

California offers $1.6 million in grant money for boating safety

The California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is now accepting grant applications from organizations that teach on-the-water boating safety education to the public. A total of $1.6 million in grants is available to local public agencies, nonprofit organizations and colleges/universities operating within California for Aquatic Center Education Program grants. The deadline to [...]

By |2022-09-26T11:02:51-05:00September 30, 2022|

Concrete Canvas introduces CCX geotextile

Concrete Canvas’ new CCX™ product range is designed to be the world’s best solution, both technically and economically, for canal lining infrastructure. CCX™ enables projects to be completed much faster, at a lower cost and last longer than conventional solutions—with the same rigorous attention to quality manufacturing on which Concrete Canvas has built its reputation. [...]

By |2022-09-30T01:52:00-05:00September 30, 2022|

EURATEX and partners launch New Horizon Europe Innovation project 

The new Horizon Europe project CISUTAC will support the transition to a circular and sustainable textile sector. As part of a consortium of 27 partners working on the project, EURATEX will work towards facilitating the Circular Economy transition. While the production and consumption of textile products continue to grow, so does the impact on the [...]

By |2022-09-29T13:51:00-05:00September 29, 2022|
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