Herculite Products Inc. acquires Strata Film Coatings

June 1, 2025  |  News

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 it…
Registration now open for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025

June 1, 2025  |  ATA News, News

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.
Ultraflex Systems appoints Steven Spriggs as central territory sales manager

June 1, 2025  |  News

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…
AFFOA and ATA launch limited podcast series

May 21, 2025  |  ATA News, Company News, News

Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) has announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA), launching a limited three-part podcast series on ATA’s Talking Textiles. The first episode is available to stream now. Hosted by Robert Finnegan, AFFOA’s director …
ATA announces multiple new benefits for members

May 8, 2025  |  ATA News, News

Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is excited to introduce ATA Perks Plus, a new suite of benefits to support members in both their personal and professional lives. All benefits are available to ATA members in the U.S. and Canada and their employees; some perks extend to international member…
Milliken & Company releases 2024 Sustainability Report 

May 8, 2025  |  Company News, News

Milliken & Company released its seventh annual sustainability report, disclosing performance against its 2025 sustainability goals and 2030 net-zero targets. “Sustainability is at the core of Milliken’s business strategy, and our 2024 sustainability report highlights our perform…
AFFOA collaborates with University of Oregon and Bemis Associates

May 6, 2025  |  Company News, News

Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) has announced that its Transdisciplinary Workshop model will be brought to the West Coast, in partnership with the University of Oregon’s sports product design graduate program and Bemis Associates. This initiative invites students to co…
Jones Family of Companies appoints Dennis St. Louis to chief sales officer

May 5, 2025  |  Company News, News

Jones Family of Companies, a textile nonwovens manufacturer in Humboldt, Tenn., announced the promotion of Dennis St. Louis to chief sales officer of Jones Nonwovens. In this role, he will lead the company’s continuing efforts to improve its sales approach and customer engagement model, focusing o…