Herculite Products Inc. promotes Mike Stephenson to director of manufacturing
June 30th, 2025
Image: Herculite® Herculite® Products Inc., a high-performance and custom fabrics manufacturer, announced the promotion of Mike Stephenson as the new director of manufacturing. Stephenson joined Herculite in 2010 and has worked within manufacturing for the past 15 years. In his most recent role as production manager at Herculite, he has played a key role in […]
U.S. Court of International Law ruling about tariffs put on hold
June 2nd, 2025
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal District granted the Donald Trump administration's request to put a temporary hold on the New York-based U.S. Court of International Trade's judgment May 29. The Court of International Trade Law's May 28 judgement ruled in favor of six American-based companies, ruling that President Trump overstepped his authority […]
Game, set and matching trees
June 1st, 2025
For anyone addicted to the excitement of tennis tournaments, the greatest attractions are the four Grand Slam tournaments held throughout the year. The earliest of these is the Australian Open, held in January. The 2023 Open in Melbourne had a bonus for those lucky enough to attend in person: a portable fabric canopy that held […]
Project Showcase: Element Event Solutions
June 1st, 2025
Element Event Solutions provided this 15-by-20-meter double decker structure to house the beer garden for the women’s portion of 2024 Tennis Canada’s National Bank Open presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto. All photos courtesy of Tennis Canada. Each summer at Sobeys Stadium, Toronto, Canada, Tennis Canada hosts the National Bank Open presented by […]
Positive recruiting practices
June 1st, 2025
Image: Dreamstime.com/© Fizkes As the recruiting manager for Made in the Shade Tent Rentals, I embody the first hurdle on the road to employment. If 100 people apply for one job, close to a quarter will make it to the first interview with me over the phone. Of that quarter, fewer than half will make […]
Herculite Products Inc. acquires Strata Film Coatings
June 1st, 2025
Image: Herculite® Products Inc. Herculite® Products Inc. announces the acquisition of Strata Film Coatings, a manufacturer of advanced film coating solutions. A company press release says the strategic acquisition marks “a significant milestone in Herculite’s ongoing commitment to expand its product offerings and enhance its market presence.” “We are thrilled to welcome Strata Film Coatings into the […]
Registration now open for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025
June 1st, 2025
Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is excited to announce that registration is now open for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, taking place November 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. As the industry’s leading trade show for specialty fabrics, advanced textiles, and shade and weather protection, the Expo draws thousands of professionals for three days […]
Ultraflex Systems appoints Steven Spriggs as central territory sales manager
June 1st, 2025
Image: Ultraflex Systems Inc. Ultraflex Systems Inc., a high-performing textiles and substrates manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Steven Spriggs as its central territory sales manager. With a background in procurement, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing, Spriggs brings nearly two decades of expertise in manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution to the role. Before joining Ultraflex, […]