2023

Webinar | PFAS: Chemistry, Regulations, and Options

April 5

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT

Webinar

Free for Members | $39 for Non-Members

PFAS (Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) will be defined and examples given. An overview of recent environmental science will be presented. Important regulations will be highlighted including several US states, the US EPA, and the EU.

Lastly, options will be presented related to substituting PFAS from textiles.

Smart Fabrics Summit 2023

April 11 – April 12

North Carolina State Univ.

Raleigh, NC

Smart Fabrics Summit 2023 will take place April 11-12. We are excited to again partner with the Wilson College of Textiles and be located at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC.

April 2023 Member Onboarding Webinar – Maximizing Your ATA Membership

April 18

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT

Webinar

Free for Members

Welcome to ATA! Join us for monthly webinars on how to maximize the value of your ATA membership. We'll walk you through the programs, events and member benefits that best meet your organization’s needs. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and get real time answers from your division leaders, sales representatives and other ATA staff.

Each webinar will include:

  • A review of ATA staff contacts to create seamless communication
  • The latest in event and webinar offerings
  • Updates in member programming
  • Involvement opportunities throughout the year
  • How to stay connected

These webinars are a chance to introduce all your staff to ATA! Each monthly webinar will be updated with timely content. Staff can join any webinar for all the latest, and how to utilize offerings.

Webinar | Adding Value to Your Architect Relationships

April 19

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT

Webinar

Free for Members

In this webinar you will be introduced to the continuing education programs PAMA has put together for the architectural community. Attendees will learn how to present to architects and share specific case studies and industry research strengthening the case for fabric awnings and shades. You will also learn about fresh concepts and unique ideas to address sustainability concerns and solar heat gain issues in commercial structures. Additionally, the presentations dive into opportunities to share some money saving tips through proper planning. Overall, participants will gain confidence in being strategic resources for the architectural community.

Fabricators Conference and Showcase 2023

April 24 – April 25

Manufacturing Solutions Center II

Conover, NC

Fabricators involved in specialty and industrial textile markets are encouraged to participate in this conference focused on workforce development, training and featuring hands-on demos. Take part in sessions on sewing machines and CAD, plus enjoy tour of the new Manufacturing Solutions Center while networking with fabricators and suppliers.

Webinar | Geosynthetic Interlayers for Asphalt Pavement Reinforcements

April 25

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT

Webinar

Free for Members & Non-Members

Today’s asphalt pavements are under ever increasing traffic loads. Asphalt reinforcing interlayers have proven to extend the service life of pavements by 50% or more, as well as reducing annual maintenance costs. This webinar will illustrate the concept of reinforcing pavements with HUESKER’s high strength geosynthetic paving interlayers with the science and test data performance along with installation and best practice for a successful long-term cost benefit value-added contribution to your next paving project.

Outlook Conference 2023

April 30 – May 2

The Westin Poinsett

Greenville, SC

Discover a signature experience for industry leaders at IFAI's Outlook Conference. Dive in to a deep exploration of the industrial fabrics industry and uncover:

  • Essential information, including driving factors and challenges, that will define the future growth of our industry
  • Exclusive insights to power informed decisions that improve our organizations and daily lives
  • Empowered understanding and decreased uncertainty to mitigate risk
  • Expansive, shared knowledge from across industry sectors

Join USIFI, NFI and the Military Division to explore our industry at Outlook 2023.

Webinar | May Onboarding Webinar – Maximizing Your ATA Membership

May 16

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm EDT

Webinar

Free for Members

Welcome to ATA! Join us for monthly webinars on how to maximize the value of your ATA membership. We'll walk you through the programs, events and member benefits that best meet your organization’s needs. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and get real time answers from your division leaders, sales representatives and other ATA staff.

Each webinar will include:

  • A review of ATA staff contacts to create seamless communication
  • The latest in event and webinar offerings
  • Updates in member programming
  • Involvement opportunities throughout the year
  • How to stay connected

These webinars are a chance to introduce all your staff to ATA! Each monthly webinar will be updated with timely content. Staff can join any webinar for all the latest, and how to utilize offerings.

ITMA 2023

June 8 – June 14

Fiera Milano Rho exhibition centre

Rho Milano,

The world’s largest international textile and garment technology exhibition, ITMA highlights innovations that will help textile and garment manufacturers transform and grow their business.

MFA Pacific Northwest Regional Workshop 2023

September 22 – September 23

Oyster Creek Canvas

Bellingham, WA

Join us in at the northern end of the Washington coast, just a stones throw away from the Canada border for 1 1/2 days of hands on education and networking with attendees and exhibitors in a marine fabrication shop.