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U.S. and EU delay tariffs until Aug. 1
July 18th, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that tariffs outlined in Executive Order 14266 are on pause until Aug. 1, 2025, which were initially set to take effect July 9. This pause does not apply to those outlined in Executive Order 14298, Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates To Reflect Discussions With the People’s Republic of China. President Trump […]
Aztec Tents unveils new size in Tidewater Sailcloth Line
July 14th, 2025
Aztec Tents, a global manufacturer of tents, canopies, and other industrial fabric solutions proudly announces the newest addition to its best-selling Tidewater Series: the 66-foot-wide (20m) Tidewater Twin Pole Sailcloth Tent. This latest innovation marks the eighth model in the Tidewater Sailcloth Tent line, which debuted in 2009 and has since become a mainstay of […]
ATA accepting applications for advisory board and member group positions
July 7th, 2025
Advanced Textile Association (ATA) members and staff rely on engaged advisory boards and councils to help guide programming and initiatives. Below are the openings for ATA's Divisions and Groups, all for three-year terms. Applications are due Fri., Aug. 22, 2025. Open positions ATA Canada: 2 openings Fabric Structures Association (FSA): 4 openings Emerging Technologies Council (ETC): 3 […]
ATA to honor workers on National Uniform Day
June 30th, 2025
Image: NAUMD Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is among 10 organizations across the apparel, textile, uniform and equipment sectors joining forces to celebrate the second annual National Uniform Day. The event recognizes those who wear uniforms or workwear as part of their daily jobs, from police officers and health care providers to hospitality staff, utility workers and […]
Trivantage launches new event for workroom professionals, registration due July 16
June 25th, 2025
Image: Trivantage® Trivantage®, a supplier for workroom and upholstery professionals, announced the launch of a new educational event called The Makers Meet. The event will celebrate the skill, creativity and community of workrooms and upholstery shops. The event will take place Aug. 14–15 at the Sunbrella® headquarters in Burlington, N.C., and will provide attendees with […]
Mike Stephenson promoted as Herculite’s director of manufacturing
June 17th, 2025
Herculite Products Inc., an innovator and manufacturer of high-performance and custom fabrics, announced the appointment of Mike Stephenson as the new director of manufacturing. Mike joined Herculite in 2010 and has served in progressively responsible roles within manufacturing for the past 15 years. In his most recent role as production manager, he has played a […]
Proposed code changes for temporary structures
June 1st, 2025
Proposed code changes would prevent tenting golf events along rivers or near coasts. Photo courtesy of National Structures Events & Services. The 2024 International Building Code has a major revision that impacts temporary structures. It allows them to remain in place for up to 365 days. Any building or structure that is erected for one […]
2025 State of the industry
June 1st, 2025
The fact that a survey captures a moment in time was never more apparent than in the Advanced Textiles Association’s annual State of the Industry survey that occurred during the late February and early March period when the tariff rules being proposed by the federal administration were changing daily, in addition to other policies. The […]
The real cost of a tent
June 1st, 2025
Have you ever thought about the real cost of a tent purchase? When a business owner considers investing in new equipment, the decision often revolves around the upfront price tag. However, the real cost of purchasing equipment extends beyond its initial purchase price. In this edition of “Covered Conversations,” I wanted to open a discussion […]
Project Showcase: Arena Americas tents the U.S. Open
June 1st, 2025
For the 2024 U.S. Open Championship, Arena Americas provided comprehensive infrastructure, including tents, flooring, carpeting, staircases, railings, video-board structures and other essential features. Photos courtesy of NXTLVL Media and Bobby Gnatzig. Steeped in tradition, North Carolina’s Pinehurst Resort has hosted more golf championships than any other site in America—and providing structures to uphold that kind […]