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On the wings of a dragonfly

September 1, 2025  |  Features

Although when grouped around a central building, the 12 freestanding structures may appear massive, the delicacy and transparency of the mesh fabric that encloses all 12 dramatically reduces the overall visual weightiness.
Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Exhibitor Product Preview

September 1, 2025  |  Features, News

Here you’ll find a first look at the new products and value-added services waiting for you on the show floor at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 in Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 5–7.
A new strategy expanded clientele of American Awning & Blind

September 1, 2025  |  Features

In 2014, Ethan Halpern moved from the music classroom as a teacher to the shop floor as president and owner of American Awning & Blind Co. in North Hollywood, Calif. A family friend owned the business and offered Halpern the opportunity to buy it. U.S.-based and financially strong with a customi…
Inaugural Best of Canada award in ATA IAAs

September 1, 2025  |  Projects

New for the 2024 International Achievement Awards (IAAs) was the Best of Canada award, where all of the entries from Canadian companies competed against one another, regardless of category. The winner this year, over 18 other projects, was “The Leaf at Canada’s Diversity Gardens,” a conservato…
Best uses for AI

September 1, 2025  |  Markets

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already reshaping the textile industry—not with flashy headlines but with practical improvements in planning, sourcing and execution. Manufacturers are using AI to improve operations, avoid common pitfalls and align teams for long-term success, with insights on resh…
Standard Textile appoints Frank Kerley vice president of Textile Division

September 1, 2025  |  News

Standard Textile Co. Inc. has announced the appointment of Frank Kerley as vice president of its Textile Division.