A. Hoffman Awning Co. honored by BUILD magazine

January 27, 2020  |  Company News

A. Hoffman Awning Co. has won an award for Best Residential Awning Manufacturer—Metropolitan Washington, D.C. The award was issued by BUILD magazine. The BUILD judging process is driven 100 percent by merit: awardees must demonstrate expertise within a given field, dedication to client service and…
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Industry veteran Steve Toth retires

January 22, 2020  |  People

After 36 years in the textile industry Steve Toth will be retiring from his position at Ennis Fabrics as regional sales manager, specialty division. Over his career, Toth has served on the board for numerous industry associations. Currently, Toth is a director on IFAI’s PAMA board. “From the beg…
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MMI Textiles names Jeff Papalia vice president

January 13, 2020  |  News

MMI Textiles Inc., a global diversified supplier of industrial and custom fabrics and textile components with military and tactical, medical, commercial and apparel expertise, has named Jeff Papalia as vice president. Papalia will be strategically located in North Carolina and will start with MMI on…
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Sign up now for the 2020 Fabric Architecture Specifier’s Guide

January 1, 2020  |  News

The 2020 Fabric Architecture Specifier’s Guide is a one-stop guide for architects, designers and fabricators. This guide features the versatility and reliability of fabric, whether your focus is on awnings and canopies or air, tent and tensile structures. The guide highlights products, services, s…
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En-Fold® provides all-weather solution at new Pier 17 restaurant

December 2, 2019  |  Industry News

Pier 17 is a massive 300,000 square foot building at the waterfront along the East River in New York City. Encompassing retail, entertainment, architectural features and seasonal attractions, the area is intended to further the transformation of the Seaport district into a true destination. The new …
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IFAI president and magazines recognized with MMPA Excellence awards

November 8, 2019  |  News, Press Release

The Minnesota Media and Publishing Association recognized IFAI president and CEO Steve Schiffman with the Hedley Donovan Award at its Annual Awards Gala. In addition, three IFAI magazines received Excellence Awards at the November 7th event. The Hedley Donovan Award, created in 1999 by the MMPA…
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FAQs: The Textile Industry Retirement Plan

November 1, 2019  |  News

Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) has launched the new Textile Industry Retirement Plan, a benefit exclusively for IFAI members. Andrew Aho, IFAI’s vice president of new business development, describes why members should consider the plan and the many advantages it offers.  …
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2019 Chairman’s Award winner: Scott Campbell, Rainier Industries

November 1, 2019  |  News

The Chairman’s Award (originally, the President’s Award) is an honor bestowed by the chairman of IFAI to an individual that has had an extraordinary and meaningful impact on the association. It is rarely given, and awarded at the sole discretion of the IFAI chairman. At IFAI’s annual meeting a…
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New leadership for IFAI

November 1, 2019  |  News

Each year, the Leadership Development Committee of the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) follows a detailed process outlined in association bylaws for electing new board members. As recently announced at IFAI’s annual meeting at IFAI Expo in Orlando, the following individuals hav…
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2019 Chairman’s Award winner: Scott Campbell, Rainier Industries

October 8, 2019  |  Expo News, Industry News

The Chairman’s Award (originally, the President’s Award) is an honor bestowed by the chairman of IFAI to an individual that has had an extraordinary and meaningful impact on the association. It is rarely given, and awarded at the sole discretion of the IFAI chairman. At IFAI’s annual meeting a…
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