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On the wings of a dragonfly
September 1st, 2025
Inspired by a dragonfly, the design for this project created 12 independent structures enveloping the main building, earning a 2024 Award of Excellence. Photos: Dunn Lightweight Architecture Although when grouped around a central building, the 12 freestanding structures may appear massive, the delicacy and transparency of the mesh fabric that encloses all 12 dramatically reduces […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Exhibitor Product Preview
September 1st, 2025
Here you’ll find a first look at the new products and value-added services waiting for you on the show floor at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 in Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 5–7. Celebrate textile innovation at Advanced Textiles Expo, where hundreds of exhibitors will showcase their latest products throughout the entire supply chain, from fibers and fabrics […]
A new strategy expanded clientele of American Awning & Blind
September 1st, 2025
Ethan Halpern of American Awning & Blind Co. Image: © 2024 Mark Skalny Photography In 2014, Ethan Halpern moved from the music classroom as a teacher to the shop floor as president and owner of American Awning & Blind Co. in North Hollywood, Calif. A family friend owned the business and offered Halpern the opportunity […]
Inaugural Best of Canada award in ATA IAAs
September 1st, 2025
“The Leaf at Canada’s Diversity Gardens,” a conservatory structure in Winnipeg, Man., Canada. Image: Blackwell Structural Engineers New for the 2024 International Achievement Awards (IAAs) was the Best of Canada award, where all of the entries from Canadian companies competed against one another, regardless of category. The winner this year, over 18 other projects, was […]
Best uses for AI
September 1st, 2025
Artificial intelligence touchpoints in the textile industry include order entry automation, trend-based design suggestions, production forecasting, supply chain alerts, inventory optimization and maintenance predictions. This graphic was created using ChatGPT. Image: Infopine/Todd Morgan Artificial intelligence (AI) is already reshaping the textile industry—not with flashy headlines but with practical improvements in planning, sourcing and execution. Manufacturers […]
Standard Textile appoints Frank Kerley vice president of Textile Division
September 1st, 2025
Frank Kerley. Image: Standard Textile Co. Inc. Standard Textile Co. Inc. has announced the appointment of Frank Kerley as vice president of its Textile Division. In this role, Kerley will lead one of the company’s core businesses, with oversight of strategic direction, growth initiatives and operational performance across its health care and hospitality textile markets. […]