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U.S. Customs and Border Protection opens IEEPA tariff refund portal
April 20th, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has developed the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) portal, which importers and brokers can use to submit refund requests for duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), as authorized by a March 4 Court of International Trade ruling that deemed the duties illegal. The […]
Call for candidates for ATA Board of Directors positions
April 15th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is now accepting applications for open ATA Board of Directors positions. The ATA Board of Directors relies on highly engaged, volunteer leadership that is willing to represent our members, work with ATA leadership staff and provide guidance in the direction of the association and its activities. The ATA Leadership Development Committee […]
Shelter-Rite roof replacement has acrobatics above and below
April 1st, 2026
Circus Juventas, St. Paul, Minn., replaced the Shelter-Rite tensioned fabric roof on its building as it was making insulation upgrades. Image: Seaman Corp. Last summer, performing arts circus school Circus Juventas in St. Paul, Minn., looked into improving its building’s efficiency, including better insulation to reduce energy use and to address condensation concerns. Although the […]
Liberty Awnings and Shades’ Amy Huette shares business tips
April 1st, 2026
Photography by Matt Young Photography In the Valley of the Sun, there’s no shortage of companies selling awnings. That’s why Amy Huette wasn’t quite sure how to respond when about 25 years ago in Colorado, her father proposed a new business venture in Phoenix, Ariz. “He asked, ‘Do you want to sell shade in the […]
Businesses boost revenue through value-added services
April 1st, 2026
Employees at Al’s Awning Shop Inc. take down a residential awning in Erie, Pa. The family-owned business offers installation, maintenance, takedown, and repair services for its custom-made outdoor curtains and awnings. For businesses of all sizes, expanding into service-based revenue streams can unlock new income, deepen customer loyalty and even spark spinoff companies. Added services […]
2026 IAAs, Fabrication Excellence Awards accepting entries
April 1st, 2026
The 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAAs) are now accepting entries. Exclusive to Advanced Textile Association (ATA) members, this competition—now in its 79th year—celebrates the best projects in the specialty fabrics industry. With a reduced entry fee of just $25, it’s easy to enter. Showcase your technical skills and gain industry-wide recognition by entering your best […]
ATA Japan hosts New Year Forum and Networking Reception
April 1st, 2026
From left: Kikuko Tagawa, executive director, ATA Japan; Brent Nussbaum, president, Miller Weldmaster; Hideyuki Nishikawa, Sankei Corporation, vice chairman of ATA Japan; and Toshio Katayama, Daiichi Hanpu Co., Ltd., chairman of ATA Japan. Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) Japan, a member group of ATA, held its New Year Forum and Networking Reception Jan. 22 at Shin-Osaka […]
2027 ICC code development progresses
April 1st, 2026
Coming up in code hearings this spring are proposed changes that affect temporary structures in flood plains. Image: Joel Serrato and Hensley Event Resources Note: The author serves as ATA’s code consultant and attends building code development meetings. One of the services provided to members of the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is advocacy. For the […]