Phifer earns Melanoma International Foundation seal of approval

January 1, 2015  |  News

Phifer Inc., a global manufacturer of energy-saving sun control fabrics, announced that more than 30 of its interior and exterior sun control fabrics have been recognized by the Melanoma International Foundation (MIF) and awarded its prestigious seal of approval for outstanding product and promotion…
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Architects issue statement on Congressional extension

January 1, 2015  |  News

179D energy efficient commercial building tax deduction The American Institute of Architects (AIA) praised the Senate’s vote to extend the 179D energy efficient commercial building tax deduction just prior to adjourning for the year. Section 179D provides a tax deduction for energy efficient b…
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Highly efficient components focus of 2015 Passive House Conference

January 1, 2015  |  News

The Passive House Standard enables every building owner to benefit from the energy revolution, with Certified Passive House Components ensuring cost-effectiveness. This basic concept will be the focus of the 2015 International Passive House Conference, held April 17–18 in Leipzig. The conferen…
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Demand Softens, but outlook for Architecture Billings Index remains positive

January 1, 2015  |  News

Buoyed by sustained demand for apartments and condominiums, coupled with state and local governments moving ahead with delayed public projects, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) has been positive for seven consecutive months. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI refl…
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Zillow forecasts rise of millennial homebuyer in 2015

January 1, 2015  |  News

Zillow predicts a big year for homebuyers in 2015, with more millennials entering the market amid rising rents. Zillow’s annual housing predictions identify the five best housing markets for first-time homebuyers this coming year. 2015 Predictions –U.S. rents will outpace home values by …
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Fabric Graphics Day Conference

December 1, 2014  |  News

The Fabric Graphics Association, a division of the Industrial Fabrics Association International, is presenting a one-day Fabric Graphics Conference, Jan. 29, at the Glen Raven Sunbrella Yarn Plant in Anderson, S.C. Learn how to increase sales conversions and expand product offerings through conferen…
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New AIA course for awning professionals

December 1, 2014  |  News

The Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA), a division of the Industrial Fabrics Association International, has added a new course to its American Institute of Architects (AIA) Continuing Education System (CES) program. Titled “PAMA 102: Expanding Your Knowledge of Awnings, Canop…
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New textile waste recycling methods

December 1, 2014  |  News

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is developing new methods for handling large quantities of textile waste material. The European Union Directive set in 1999 contains quantitative restrictions regarding biodegradable waste deposited at landfill sites, and the practice of taking textile waste …
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DIOLEN SAFE FR expands to new industry sectors

December 1, 2014  |  News

DIOLEN SAFE FR yarns, the flame-retardant yarns manufactured by FR Safety Yarns GmbH & Co. of Kunertstraße, Germany, are now available for applications from fine furniture fabrics in contract and residential to knitted structures and seating solutions for home and commercial use. They are …
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4th Annual Modular Construction Summit names sponsors

December 1, 2014  |  News

RedGuard, Mahaffey Fabric Structures, Sarens Group, UOP—A Honeywell Company, and Viewpoint Construction Software have come on board as sponsors at IQPC’s 4th Annual Modular Construction, Prefabrication & Logistics Summit at the Hilton Houston North, Dec. 8–10. The summit is gat…
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