Smart Fabrics Summit goes virtual

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

Enjoy the summit via a 2-day webinar format  Due to the COVID-19/Coronavirus, there will no longer be an in-person summit in Washington D.C. However, we invite you to attend the Summit virtually. The Smart Fabrics Virtual Summit 2020 features the same great content that the in-person …
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Message from INDA regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

Dear Colleagues, INDA is committed to safe working principles for our members, our staff and the industry as a whole. We are all making adjustments in our business to minimize the impacts and spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are carefully monitoring and following the guidelines from the Cent…
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NCSL tracks state fiscal responses to COVID-19

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

As the global and national response to COVID-19 dominates public attention, state legislatures are taking steps to address budgetary and economic threats. To find current state by state information, The National Conference of State Legislatures website outlines state budget legislation to prepare an…
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Gauze fabric needed for medical order

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

SEAMS member Carolina Cotton Works is trying to fill a medical supply order and needs 2M+ yards of the gauze fabric pictured below. If you have this fabric, please contact:Stacey Bridges at CCWSBridges@carolinacotton.comCCW Plant/Office14 Commerce Dr.Gaffney, SC 29340864-488-2824 x108
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Financial resources for small businesses

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

America’s SBDC, the association that represents the country’s nationwide network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), is working to help small businesses address the business challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. It has compiled a list of excellent resources for small businesses …
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Gerard Systems offers sewing assistance on gowns and masks

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

Girard Systems, an RV awning manufacturer in San Clemente, Calif., is offering assistance in producing COVID-19 supplies.  Monica Girard says, “My mother, Marcia Girard, is the owner, and was just notified the RV industry is closing their doors for the next two weeks. We have warehouses that…
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IFAI offers template letter for shelter-in-place orders

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

Dear IFAI member,  I hope you are doing well and staying healthy during the COVID-19 crisis. IFAI and other industry associations have been working with officials at the highest levels of the White House, the administration and senior congressional officials, who have enlisted our industry’s …
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Beverly Knits joins coalition for produce face masks

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

Beverly Knits Inc. is proud to be involved in the effort led by Hanes and Parkdale to help support the fight against COVID-19. Working with a coalition of textile companies, the company is ramping up production in the U.S. to provide face masks for health care workers on the frontlines. With the com…
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FDA continues to facilitate access to crucial medical products

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19, News

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ARA COVID-19 survey report; free webinars the week of March 23

March 23, 2020  |  COVID-19

The effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) are significantly impacting the equipment and event rental industry. According to a recent survey of the American Rental Association (ARA) membership, rental revenues are declining and are projected to significantly deteriorate in the coming months. ARA plan…
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