Experts at International Cover Systems Inc. discuss two major applications of geomembranes for agriculture that protect the environment. FIGURE 1 Large geomembrane-lined agricultural lagoon before filling. Photograph courtesy of International Cover Systems Inc. Many of us love meat and dairy, but most put little thought into the waste produced by the animals that bring us these tiers [...]

Party Reflections, Charlotte, N.C., has acquired the assets of Old South Collection, Catawba, N.C. The company operates from five locations and is routinely listed as a “Top 30” event rental company in the U.S. Old South Collection, a special event boutique rental company in the greater Charlotte market, was founded and operated by Samantha Mason, [...]

AECOM ends Russia operations after the Russian invasion of Ukraine; the move may cost the company as much as $50 million.

The report, titled “Pioneering a Sustainable Future: Accelerating our Journey” details the progress that has been made against its Sustainability Strategy launched in 2019. The Strategy set out ambitious targets to be achieved by the end of 2022. The progress achieved in 2021 included: 22% reduction in water usage6.9% reduction in kWh per kilogram of [...]

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) recently worked with Left Brain Marketing to field a comprehensive study on individuals who purchased a boat in 2020 or 2021. Learn about the key takeaways from this study in an upcoming industry [...]

Designtex recently launched a quartet of new wall coverings and upholstery fabrics including Rein, which has the sophisticated look of leather. Designtex recently launched a quartet of new wall coverings and upholstery fabrics appropriate for hospitality settings. Rein has the sophisticated look of leather with the durability of a performance upholstery fabric. Roll With It [...]

GMA elects Selander of Willacoochee Industrial Fabrics Inc. as the association’s executive council vice chair, finishing the term of Thaxton.

The global valuation of the market is projected to reach US$ 23.82 billion by the end of the forecast period (2021–2031), representing a CAGR of 25%. According to a Transparency Market Research (TMR) study on the smart textile market, advancements in nanotechnologies and increasing trend of miniaturization of electronics are expanding lucrative opportunities. Low-cost smart textiles have [...]

Henry “Hank” W. Parker, 89, of Bluffton, SC died on February 19, 2022. Henry “Hank” W. Parker, 89, of Bluffton, SC died on February 19, 2022, at Palmettos Memory Care from natural causes.  Hank lived most of his life in Rochester (Fairport), NY. From 1998-2018, he spent his winters in Hilton Head, SC and his [...]

Participants will visit with representatives and their staffs at the GMA spring Lobby Day 2022, May 11–12, 2022, in Washington, D.C.