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AASHTO re:source podcast examines IIJA impact

Joung Lee, deputy director-chief policy officer of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, recently sat down with the AASHTO re:source podcast to discuss implementation progress on the year-old $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Joung Lee at podium. Photo courtesy of AASHTO. Enacted November 2021, the IIJA provides $351 billion for [...]

By |2022-12-08T01:36:00-06:00December 8, 2022|

ARA offers $132,500 in scholarships

Those planning to attend school during the 2023-2024 academic year to pursue a rental-related career can apply for a share of $132,500 in scholarships through the ARA foundation and its affiliate partners. Scholarship applications are available now here. A total of 69 scholarships are up for grabs for students enrolling at trade schools, community colleges, undergraduate [...]

By |2022-12-07T14:59:33-06:00December 7, 2022|

ATA webinar to discuss interviewing and hiring best practices

The Advanced Textile Association (ATA) is offering the webinar “Interviewing and Hiring Best Practices for Small Businesses” on Dec. 14, 2022, 1:00-2:00 pm EST. The session, which is free to ATA members and $39 for nonmembers, will help small business owners navigate the process of hiring and retaining employees.  The session’s presenter is Gary J. [...]

By |2022-12-05T11:11:02-06:00December 7, 2022|

Solmax launches new environmental sustainability policy

Solmax has launched a new Environmental Sustainability Policy in an effort to achieve its goal of being the most socially and environmentally sustainable geosynthetics manufacturer. The policy sets out clear principles and guidelines to improve Solmax’s sustainability performance while allowing the company to proactively manage its environmental impact and sustainability across all 19 production facilities and [...]

By |2022-12-07T01:33:00-06:00December 7, 2022|

VF Corporation announces chief executive officer transition

VF Corp. interim CEO Benno Dorer VF Corporation announced that Benno Dorer, Lead Independent Director of the board of directors, has been named interim president and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Richard Carucci, a director on the board since 2009, will serve as interim chairman of the board. Dorer’s appointment follows Steve Rendle’s decision to [...]

By |2022-12-06T12:08:36-06:00December 6, 2022|

Exclusive MFA Peer Group launches on CONNECT by ATA

The Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is launching the MFA Peer Group on CONNECT by ATA exclusively for members of the Marine division. This new group offers an opportunity for MFA members to share resources, find answers and network with industry peers. The Peer Group includes: •Discussions—Participants can communicate and learn from others about important industry [...]

By |2022-12-05T11:07:17-06:00December 6, 2022|

Central Coast Council opens $9 million landfill cell at Buttonderry Waste Management Facility

Central Coast Council has completed one of its most significant projects recently undertaken – a new $9 million landfill cell at Buttonderry Waste Management Facility in Wyong, NSW, Australia. With its existing landfill cell, which was constructed in 2013, reaching its end of life, the council has designed and constructed a new modern engineered landfill [...]

By |2022-12-06T01:48:00-06:00December 6, 2022|

Manufacturing PMI® At 49%

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in November for the first time since May 2020 after 29 consecutive months of growth, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®. The report was issued today by Timothy R. Fiore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee: [...]

By |2022-12-05T16:04:58-06:00December 5, 2022|

Durable leather lookalike

The Guardian Collection is a fully sustainable vinyl featuring a soft, luxurious hand that looks and feels like leather. The Guardian Collection from Ennis Fabrics is a fully sustainable vinyl featuring a soft, luxurious hand that looks and feels like leather. This collection features versatile and beautiful colors in seven patterns that are suited for [...]

By |2022-12-05T11:37:36-06:00December 5, 2022|

DFI announces keynote speakers for 6th International Conference on Grouting and Deep Mixing

DFI and the International Conference Organization for Grouting (ICOG), with support from Geo-Institute's Grouting Committee, are presenting the 6th International Conference on Grouting and Deep Mixing, January 15-18, 2023, in New Orleans. This legacy event celebrates 40 years of grouting technology and practices, covering all types of grouting for foundation projects. The conference program features [...]

By |2022-12-05T01:43:00-06:00December 5, 2022|
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