Awning, Graphics & Structures Tour at IFAI Expo 2015

July 1, 2015  |  News

The Fabric Structures Association, Professional Awning Manufacturers Association, Fabric Graphics Association, and Tarp Association, all divisions of the Industrial Fabrics Association International, are hosting an awning, graphics and structures tour in and around Anaheim, Calif., during IFAI Expo …
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Solair redesigns mobile awning visualizer

June 22, 2015  |  News

As part of the brand’s newly designed website, Solair® Shade Solutions, Glen Raven, N.C., has redesigned its mobile-optimized awning visualizer, offering customers a digital outdoor design experience. With an emphasis on usability for mobile and tablet devices, the awning visualizer allows homeow…
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PAMA education course approved in Canada

June 22, 2015  |  News

IFAI division PAMA (Professional Awning Manufacturers Association) has received approval and accreditation for its education course “PAMA 101: Enhancing Your Design with Awnings and Canopies,” by Canada’s Interior Design Continuing Education Council Inc. (IDCEC). The course can now be taught t…
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Call for submissions: Disaster mitigation and response display

June 18, 2015  |  News

Companies that have contributed to the disaster mitigation and response industry are invited to showcase products highlighting their contribution for a disaster response display at IFAI Expo 2015. All items must include textiles or composite materials with a fabric scrim. Examples include chemical, …
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Serge Ferrari names Beterams to lead North America operations

June 17, 2015  |  News

Pompano Beach, Fla.-based textile maker Serge Ferrari North America has named Ilse Beterams general manager, effective July 1. Ilse will oversee all aspects of Serge Ferrari operations in the United States and Canada, including sales, finance, marketing, shipping and inventory management. The parent…
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Registration open for IFAI Expo 2015

June 3, 2015  |  News

Registration is now open for IFAI Expo 2015, the most comprehensive industrial and technical textiles event of the year. This year’s event will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif., Oct. 6–9. Programming begins Oct. 6; trade show opens Oct. 7. Attendees can save up to $…
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AIA design competition creates portable, temporary housing for the homeless

June 1, 2015  |  News

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Small Project Practitioners (SPP) Knowledge Community developed “A SAFE PLACE” design competition, asking architects and architecture students to design a discreet, compact and efficient shelter for the homeless. The goal of this design competition is t…
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World Cup venue to feature Birdair’s PTFE membrane, ETFE film and Tensotherm™

June 1, 2015  |  News

Birdair was selected to provide the design, fabrication and supply of the membrane roofing system for the renovation of Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, which has been named a 2022 FIFA World Cup™ venue. The Khalifa International Stadium was first constructed in 1976 as a 20,000-seat …
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Milliken reinforcement fabric for commercial roofing membranes

June 1, 2015  |  News

Milliken & Company launched a new, coated weft inserted warp knit product offering a 100% improvement to the tear resistance of polymeric single ply roofing membranes. This durability step-change to increase the longevity of commercial roofing systems is the latest in Milliken’s innovative lin…
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“Future of Shade” competition winners announced

June 1, 2015  |  News

Sunbrella® fabrics, in partnership with Architizer™, announced the winners of the 2015 Future of Shade competition, an exploration of the possibilities of what fabric architecture can be. In its third year, the 2015 competition received 190 submissions from 36 countries, including the U.S., Canad…
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