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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 […]
Tackling large-frame awnings and fabric structures
March 1st, 2026
A large-frame awning installed at a restaurant. Photo courtesy of the author. Large frame awnings and fabric structures are what most of us in the industry want, or at least a few of them per year. They usually take substantial labor hours and material, and as such, can be very profitable and keep your staff […]
SugarHouse Industries marks 85 years of business in 2026
March 1st, 2026
2026 marks 85 years of business for SugarHouse Industries in Midvale, Utah. The fabrication shop specializes in awnings and custom-made products in the marine, military and aerospace industries. “Overall I just feel incredibly proud and grateful for the legacy my grandpa and father built for SugarHouse long before I stepped into this role,” says Mike Peterson, […]
Want to add powder coating or electrostatic painting?
March 1st, 2026
Hoover Architectural Products paints its fabricated work using the Ransburg 2 Electrostatic Paint System. The frame to be painted is grounded with a cable while the paint is electrically charged as it is sprayed. With the frames lifted off the ground, the charged paint naturally wraps around the entire surface. Image: Hoover Architectural Products To […]
WANTED: Young and ambitious employees
March 1st, 2026
Compass Canvas hosted a portion of the students enrolled in the Spaulding Marine Center apprenticeship program. Image: Camari Henderson/Compass Canvas Business leaders continually explore new ways to recruit and retain workers. This is especially true in the textile industry in regard to drawing in younger people who may not be knowledgeable about the industry and […]
Architectural Fabrication and Armetco Systems announce merger
March 1st, 2026
Image: Architectural Fabrication/Armetco Systems Architectural Fabrication, Fort Worth, Texas, and Armetco Systems, Justin, Texas, announced a strategic merger of their operations. The merger builds on the long-standing partnership between the companies and expands offerings of architectural cladding, fabrication and specialty aluminum products. "This merger represents a natural next step for our businesses," says Jeff Cash, […]
Renson and Corradi North America appoint Michael Ackelbein as president
March 1st, 2026
Image: Renson/Corradi North America Renson, based in Carrollton, Texas, has announced the appointment of Michael Ackelbein as president of Renson and Corradi North America. Ackelbein brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in architectural products, building materials and multi-channel distribution. He most recently served as vice president of sales and distribution at Fräsch/Catalyst Acoustic […]
An architectural take on permanent shade umbrellas
February 1st, 2026
Image: FIXER Photographic Studio Taiwanese architect Cheng-Tsung FENG took inspiration from traditional oil-paper umbrellas to create an airy park pavilion that has a pocket garden and benches for people to gather and relax inside. The structure takes an umbrella’s design and turns it on its head—well, more literally on its side. The shape appears as […]
Association board chair Craig Zola on textile industry goals
February 1st, 2026
New Advanced Textiles Association chairman of the board is industry veteran Craig Zola. Image: Mark Skalny For Craig Zola, stepping into the role of board chair felt like the natural next step of a decades-long career dedicated to textiles and association leadership. Inspired by his father, J. Richard (Dick) Zola, an Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) […]
You can stand under their umbrella: Stunning shade for fans
February 1st, 2026
Fans at the Australian Open got to enjoy a new shade structure to beat the heat. Photo courtesy of Pattons. “The Organic Tree” was created to make a fan experience at the Australian Open more comfortable. VDM Group and Pattons implemented a detailed breakdown of the design, engineering, fabrication and installation process and spent the […]