June 2014
- Published On: June 2, 2014
For students in St. Paul, Minn., getting on the right track to a career in growing local industries starts early. Thanks to a $3.6 million Youth CareerConnect grant, the city's existing Right Track summer youth employment program is partnering with St. Paul public schools and St. Paul College to create two new career academies in [...]
- Published On: June 1, 2014
At IFAI’s Specialty Fabrics and Advanced Textiles Expo there will be exciting opportunities for young professionals (under age 40) in the industrial fabrics industry.
- Published On: June 1, 2014
IFAI Day on Capitol Hill and federal lobbying event was held in Washington, D.C., April 28–29. The focus of this event was to introduce members of Congress to the specialty fabrics industry and to highlight the need for trained workers in the textiles industry.
- Published On: June 1, 2014
IFF will host a Curling Tournament the afternoon of Oct. 13, in advance of the IFAI Specialty Fabrics Expo and Advanced Textiles Expo in Minneapolis, Minn.
- Published On: June 1, 2014
The Tent Rental Division (TRD) teamed up with the American Rental Association of Massachusetts (ARAM) for a successful day of training.
- Published On: June 1, 2014
IFAI sponsors several awards programs to recognize achievement in the specialty fabrics industry. These programs are open for submissions at this time:
- Published On: June 1, 2014
The Tarp Association (TA) teamed up with NFI to create a membership directory for distribution at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in March.
- Published On: June 1, 2014
Bloomer Plastics, producer of custom-engineered cast embossed films for the industrial, medical and packaging markets, has completed a multi-million dollar capacity expansion program that will help the company meet the demand for its polyolefin-based products. Based in Bloomer, Wis., the company also produces plastic used in diaper manufacturing. In addition to the expansion, Bloomer Plastics [...]
- Published On: June 1, 2014
Design meets New Zealand building code standards. By Julie Swiler Yurts have been around for more than 3,000 years, yet they have a very modern appeal. The natural dwelling of the nomadic peoples of Central Asia, the circular, domed structure is a light-filled and airy living space. In Mongolia, the word is ger, which, translated [...]
- Published On: June 1, 2014
Brian Phipps, formerly general manager at Mutoh America Inc., Phoenix, Ariz., has been appointed vice president and general manager for the manufacturer of wide-format printers and cutters. He will oversee the continued growth of North and Latin American sales and operations. In his new role, he will work on new product development and provide input [...]
