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Boat shows expected to draw crowds

Two large boating events–the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® and the Progressive® Insurance New England Boat Show®–are taking place Feb. 16-20, 2022, and are expected to draw boaters and new customers interested in marine products from around the world. The 2022 Miami Boat Show is set across five locations, with the combination of the [...]

By |2022-02-16T07:25:43-06:00February 16, 2022|

NMMA postpones Lake Lanier boating event

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has decided to postpone the inaugural in-water event on Lake Lanier this spring after analysis of current market conditions and conversations with exhibitors. The NMMA is exploring dates and opportunities for an in-water event in the spring of 2023 to complement the reboot of the Atlanta Boat Show.

By |2022-02-14T14:19:14-06:00February 16, 2022|

IFAI offers Product Diversification and Networking workshop

Advanced Textiles Association’s (ATA) Product Diversification and Networking Workshop will be held on Feb. 23–24, 2022, at Sharp's Tarps Inc. in Salt Lake City, Utah. The workshop is an opportunity to connect with fellow fabricators in a variety of textile markets—industrial covers, marine products, RV skirting, awnings, truck covers and more at this product diversification-focused [...]

By |2022-02-07T12:00:19-06:00February 9, 2022|

IFAI webinar offers tech skills for “non-techy” people

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is offering a webinar entitled “Technically Not a 'Techy' Person” on Feb. 16, 2022, from 1–2 pm EST. The webinar, which is free for ATA members and $39 for non-members, is aimed at people who find themselves frustrated by technology and are looking for ways to make using it faster and [...]

By |2022-02-07T11:55:48-06:00February 8, 2022|

2022 MFA Conference brings energy, excitement and relief

Attendees at the 2022 MFA Conference participated in numerous education sessions. After a year’s hiatus, the 2022 Marine Fabricators Conference that took place Jan. 13-15 at Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms, S.C., came roaring back with laughter, learning and gratitude. With a total of 220 attendees, a record 90 first-time attendees and [...]

By |2022-01-25T07:37:19-06:00January 25, 2022|

IFAI Fabricators Conference and Showcase taking place in April

The Industrial Fabric Association International (ATA) Fabricators Conference and Showcase 2022 will take place April 12, 2022, at Northcoast Canvas Training Workshops in Port Clinton, Ohio. The one-day conference is an opportunity to expand hands-on fabrication skills and grow industry knowledge. Showcase highlights include: Workforce development and training; tips, guidelines and resourcesRoundtable discussions covering industry [...]

By |2022-01-18T10:09:05-06:00January 21, 2022|

MFA Regional Workshop registration open

Registration is now open for the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) regional workshop hosted by Charlton’s Marine Canvas in Yorktown, Va., February 10-11, 2022. This is an opportunity for hands-on marine fabrication education in a shop setting. Build your network with like-minded business owners, exhibitors and suppliers, and share business information while you socialize and expand [...]

By |2022-01-18T09:55:44-06:00January 19, 2022|

MFA Regional Workshop registration open

Registration is now open for the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) regional workshop hosted by Charlton’s Marine Canvas in Yorktown, Va., February 10-11, 2022. This is an opportunity for hands-on marine fabrication education in a shop setting. Build your network with like-minded business owners, exhibitors and suppliers, and share business information while you socialize and expand [...]

By |2022-01-10T10:34:50-06:00January 13, 2022|

IFAI Board Chair Amy Bircher to participate in online Q and A

The Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) will hold an “Ask Me Anything” event with ATA Board Chair Amy Bircher on Monday, January 31, 2022, from 2pm – 3pm EST in an ATA CONNECT community Open Forum. This is an opportunity to ask Bircher questions about the future of ATA as well as challenges currently facing the [...]

By |2022-01-10T10:38:46-06:00January 12, 2022|

MFA Regional Workshop registration open

Registration is now open for the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) regional workshop hosted by Charlton’s Marine Canvas in Yorktown, Va., February 10-11, 2022. This is an opportunity for hands-on marine fabrication education in a shop setting. Build your network with like-minded business owners, exhibitors and suppliers, and share business information while you socialize and expand [...]

By |2022-01-05T07:50:23-06:00January 5, 2022|
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