June 2020
- Published On: June 15, 2020
The AATCC, in a June 8 press release, warns manufacturers to not be misled by false or ill-informed product claims concerning protection against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 or COVID19 in textiles or related materials used in Personal Productive Equipment (PPE). The release states, “Using AATCC TM100 or TM147 to demonstrate efficacy against viral activity is not [...]
- Published On: June 15, 2020
According to WKRG News, Sen. Doug Jones wants his state of Alabama to become a hub of manufacturing for healthcare equipment needed to face and fight COVID-19. According to WKRG, based in Huntsville, Ala., Jones has introduced legislation in the Senate that would provide incentives and tax breaks to ramp up production of personal protective [...]
- Published On: June 10, 2020
The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will sponsor a webinar, “Geosynthetic Drainage Materials: Applications, Design, Installation and Performance,” on June 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) member companies and their employees receive discounted rates on all GSI webinar and short course registrations. Geosynthetic drainage materials consist of a drainage core (geonet [...]
- Published On: June 9, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an ad-hoc group of industry stakeholders convened to provide guidance in manufacturing face coverings for general use, according to a June 9 press release from AATCC. This guidance is entirely voluntary and for non-medical face coverings intended for use by adults. Surgical masks, respirators, and other medical personal protective equipment (PPE) [...]
- Published On: June 4, 2020
The FAQ information is in response to Isolation Gowns (Solicitation # SPE1C1-20-R-0103) and Surgical Masks (Solicitation # SPE1C1-20-R-0102). This communication is regarding the solicitation sent earlier this week and is now closed. Commonly Asked Questions and Answers: Q.: Can I still submit a proposal? A.: No, the solicitation closed June 1, 2020 at 10 PM EDT. Q.: I don't [...]
- Published On: June 4, 2020
WhenSept. 15–16, 2020WhereCrowne Plaza HotelSyracuse, N.Y. This technical training opportunity will provide attendees with a deeper working knowledge of surface and subsurface flows of stormwater impinging on landfill closures. This discussion will go beyond slope stabilization using the infinite slope formula. Various design approaches and details will be discussed to show how they either hinder [...]
- Published On: June 1, 2020
The closing date and times for both Isolation Gowns (Solicitation # SPE1C1-20-R-0103) and Surgical Masks (Solicitation # SPE1C1-20-R-0102) have been extended to Monday, June 1, 2020 at 10 PM EST. Please download and fill in pricing on the amendments below and send them back to the DLA as a part of your offer. Even if you have already made an [...]
