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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Blue Wool Lightfastness Standard Updates
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., April 29, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥currently sells Blue Wool Lightfastness Standard fabric for measuring increments of 5 and 20 AFU. Staff and committee members are also working on the development of new fabrics to measure longer exposure, particularly for evaluating outdoor and automotive fabrics. Join the RA50 Lightfastness and Weathering Test […]
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Workin’ for a Living
Construction, mining, and drilling for oil and gas are some of the messiest and most dangerous jobs out there. For this reason, anyone working in those fields needs protective clothing that works and won&/archive/page/11/8217;t fail. While traits like fire resistance and durability continue to be key, a greater need for comfort, durability, sustainability, and size […]
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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥ Foundation Grants Support Textile Research
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 29, 2024 –Each year, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Foundation awards $10,000 in grants for textile-related academic research. This year, funding went to 18 students at 7 universities. Topics range from denim recycling to tissue engineering. Funded proposals are not limited to traditional textile departments but include undergraduate and graduate studies in consumer sciences, […]
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Spring 2024: ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Committee Project Updates
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 22, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥connects the global textile community through networking, educational events, and publications—and perhaps most recognizably, through standards. As an international standards organization, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥adheres to the Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations defined by the World Trade Organization (WTO). This means maintaining a […]
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Twist and Shout!
How fabrics help amusement parks create an amazing experience. While materials like steel, wood, and plastic play dominant roles in the construction and design of amusement parks, fabrics are present in more ways than you might think. From high-resolution digital printed textile backdrops to create immersive scenery to costumes specially designed for […]
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I Remember When: My Top Ten List from the Textile Industry
I Remember When: My Top Ten List from the Textile Industry By Don Carrigan This past June, I reached a milestone in my textile career: I have worked 60 years in the industry (57 years as an ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥member!) After obtaining a degree in textile chemistry, I started full time employment at Cannon Mills in […]
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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Welcomes New Pakistan Local Section
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 6, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥welcomes the Association’s newest Local Section, the Pakistan Section! Pakistan is globally recognized for its rich textile heritage along with its modern presence as an international textile production hub. The founding of the ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Pakistan Section is a commitment to empower an innovative, informed, and sustainable […]
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Shape the Future of Textiles: Register Now for ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Committee Meetings
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 19, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥extends an open invitation for all interested professionals to have a seat at the table and help shape the future of textiles by registering to participate in upcoming committee meetings. These volunteer-led committees create the test methods, measurements, specifications, and educational resources that enable quality, safety, […]
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The PFAS in Textiles Discussion Continues
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 21, 2024 – Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to garner significant attention in textile manufacturing, given their prevalent usage in enhancing durable water repellency and stain resistance along with growing health and environmental concerns. As the discourse evolves, open collaboration among diverse perspectives is vital to making progress. The […]
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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Textile Test Methods
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 14, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 volume 99 edition of the Manual of International Test Methods and Procedures. Containing 4 new standards and 26 revised standards, the latest Technical Manual provides industry professionals with the most up-to-date textile testing procedures and methods available […]
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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Announces New Corporate Member Benefit
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 12, 2024 – ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥prides itself on offering Corporate Members many tangible benefits in addition to increased visibility, access opportunities and ongoing communication. As part of that commitment, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥is launching a new, Corporate Member exclusive marketing platform: Corporate Member News. Thanks to the feedback of Corporate Members, the Association […]
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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Corporate Member News: How-To Guide
ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥Corporate Member News is the brand-new Corporate Membership Benefit. ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥is replacing the previous whitepaper benefit with a new, multi-media way to promote your company. You can still post whitepapers, but also blog posts, videos, brochures and more. Scroll on to learn about navigating your new membership benefit. 1. Head over to the ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥[…]
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