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Federal judge blocks New Mexico PFAS labeling rule
September 22nd, 2026
A federal judge has ruled that New Mexico's PFAS labeling rule, which was announced earlier this year, infringes on commercially protected speech. As a result, the regulation has been temporarily halted. The labeling rule is part of the New Mexico PFAS Protection Act and would require manufacturers to label consumer products that contain PFAS beginning […]
Choice Party Linens celebrates 35 years
September 22nd, 2026
Photo courtesy of Choice Party Linens. Choice Party Linens, Prospect Park, Pa., a nationwide provider of specialty linen and accessory rentals, as well as laundry services, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Founded on Sept. 16, 1991, by Norman Longman and Ken Kelk, Choice Party Linens began in a small garage unit in Colwyn, Pa. “Armed […]
EventRent launches online platform for trade show planners
September 22nd, 2026
Event and trade show rental provider EventRent, Meridian, Idaho, has launched Tradeshow Experience, a self-service digital platform designed to simplify how promoters and exhibitors plan, request and manage their trade show and expo needs across Idaho. According to the company, Tradeshow Experience brings the intake process online with an intuitive system designed for two distinct audiences: […]
In memoriam: Steve Husbands
September 22nd, 2026
Stephen (Steve) Husbands, 76, Kennedale, Texas, died Sept. 16, 2026. Husbands, along with his friend and business partner, Bob Shaffer, started Overland Rentals in Arlington, Texas, in 1982, which would later become Rental Stop with locations in Arlington and Grand Prairie, Texas. The pair also founded Point of Rental Software, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, […]
Discounted hotel, airline rates available for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026
September 18th, 2026
Through Oct. 5, get discounted hotel rooms for Advanced Textiles Expo®, Nov. 3–5 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., and the Emerging Technologies (ET) Conference Nov. 2. Discounted flights with Delta Air Lines are also available for Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) members and nonmembers. Join textile industry professionals for educational sessions, hands-on […]
In memoriam: Andre West, Wilson College of Textiles
September 18th, 2026
Image: North Carolina State University Andre West, Ph.D., professor at North Carolina State University's Wilson College of Textiles and former director of Zeis Textiles Extension, passed away Sept. 10 at the age of 66. Born June 30, 1960, West earned his bachelor's degree in textile design from the University of Huddersfield in England. In 2009, […]
FSA launches LinkedIn page
September 16th, 2026
The Fabric Structures Association (FSA), a member group of Advanced Textiles Association, has launched an FSA LinkedIn page. The page will allow architects, designers, engineers and other professionals to connect and stay up to date on the latest FSA projects and opportunities. It will showcase and celebrate the innovative work of FSA members, highlighting the […]
Aggreko files for US IPO
September 10th, 2026
Proper placement and installation of power generators ensures safety for installers, technicians and event attendees. Photo courtesy of Aggreko. Aggreko, a U.K.-based global supplier of energy, power and temperature control products, has publicly filed a registration statement on Form F-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to a proposed initial public offering […]
Party Reflections acquires Snyder Event Rentals
September 10th, 2026
When working on golf events, Party Reflections focuses on creating impressive structures designed for spectators’ comfort and safety. Photo courtesy of Party Reflections. Party Reflections, based in Charlotte, N.C., has acquired Snyder Event Rentals, marking the company’s expansion into the Charleston, S.C., market. Party Reflections has served clients across the Carolinas since 1958; Snyder Event Rentals […]
ATA announces volunteer award winners, call for board candidates results
September 9th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announced the 2026 recipients of the Outstanding Volunteer Award and the results of the call for board candidates at the Annual Meeting and Advanced Textiles Expo Preview webinar, Sept. 9. Outstanding Volunteer Award winners The Outstanding Volunteer Award program was created in 2012 and recognizes a handful of dedicated ATA volunteers, […]