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Cost management of obstructions
May 30th, 2018
Every tent rental and installation company has faced installation jobs that are teeming with obstructions. From vegetation and trees to permanent fencing and asphalt, obstructions can cause problems with not only the installation process, but also the costs involved in completing the project. When Matt Mutton and his team at Bob Mutton Party & Tent […]
Stimpson launches rebrand as part of 165th anniversary
May 21st, 2018
Stimpson, formerly known as Edwin B. Stimpson Company, manufacturer of grommets and washers, eyelets and more, has launched a new brand identity and revamped its digital assets to celebrate 165 years in business. The company manufactures products for the commercial tent industry and countless other applications out of its 278,000-square-foot facility in Pompano Beach, Fla. […]
All Seasons Tent Sales is now Infinity Tent Sales
May 17th, 2018
All Seasons Tents Sales has rebranded as Infinity Tent Sales. The 35-year-old manufacturer of commercial tents based in Kansas City, Kan., plans to add new features and product lines. The business remains at the same location but is moving to Building 2: 5050 Kansas Avenue Bldg 2, Kansas City, KS 66106.
The Cutting Room
May 9th, 2018
June 12, 2018 | Noon EST Free to IFAI Members/$79.00 for Nonmembers The presenters will cover four components used in a cutting room: digitizing, cutting, material handling and ROI. Learn what applications are best suited for full automation and how to implement them and increase your product volumes. Presenters Truy Pham Autometrix Inc. Truy “Tree” […]
Webinar: Selling quality over price
May 9th, 2018
June 20, 2018 | Noon EST Free to IFAI Members/$75.00 for Nonmembers Learn about increasing your bottom line and how to encourage your clients to upgrade to better quality materials. Find out how upselling reflects company image, leads to future referrals and produces long-lasting products. Presenter Dave Callahan Granite State Cover & Canvas Inc. […]
IFAI’S Student Design Competition: Deadline is May 15, 2018
May 4th, 2018
Each year, the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) sponsors a Student Design Competition for students enrolled in a post-secondary college or university program studying textiles, apparel, engineering or design. The annual competition offers students a valuable opportunity to build their portfolios and advance their career opportunities—and first-place winners also receive a $6,000+ Prize Pack with […]
Weighing aesthetics versus performance of event tent fabrics
May 1st, 2018
A tent with translucent fabric makes a pretty Instagram photo, but for a tent rental company, the fabric isn’t without its challenges. To get the most out of their investment, tent rental professionals need to understand the qualities and care requirements of the various event tent fabrics on the market. In addition to heat and […]