Morito Scovill Americas announces acquisition of Edward Segal Inc.

August 10, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Morito Scovill Americas, a supplier of high-performance fasteners for apparel and light industrial applications based in Clarkesville, Ga., has announced the acquisition of Edward Segal Inc., a Thomaston, Conn.-based manufacturer of eyelet, grommet, rivet and snap fastener for machines and custom-en…
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U.S. imposes additional tariffs on Canada

August 7, 2026  |  Industry News, News

U.S. President Donald Trump announced July 20 that 50% tariffs on certain goods from Canada will be imposed beginning Aug. 19. The tariffs are pursuant to Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and are in response to “Canada’s discriminatory treatment of American products,” according to a White…
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International Code Council deepens expertise with acquisition

August 6, 2026  |  Industry News, News

The International Code Council (ICC), a source of model codes, standards and building safety solutions based in Washington, D.C., acquired Code Concepts Group, Brighton, Mich., a consulting firm specializing in fire and building code advisory services, training and technical consulting for…
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Registration open for ATA webinar: Woven Narrow Fabrics | Kevlar EXO Development

August 3, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Registration is open for the Woven Narrow Fabrics: Kevlar® EXO™ Development webinar Aug. 12, 1–2 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), attendance is free to ATA members and $39 for nonmembers. The webinar will highlight the development process of DuPont’s Kevlar EXO fiber, …
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Houston Tents & Events acquires Jaacked Event Rentals

July 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Houston Tents & Events announced the acquisition of Jaacked Event Rentals, expanding the company’s operational footprint into West Texas and strengthening its ability to serve customers across the state. The acquisition establishes the newly formed Houston Tents & Events – West Texas…
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In memoriam: John Newberry

July 23, 2026  |  Industry News, News

John Albert Newberry, 90, Quincy, Mich., died April 15, 2026. He was the owner of Canopys R Us in Quincy, which his sons continue to operate. Newberry is survived by his children, Kevin (Sandra) Newberry, Karol Booher, Kendall “Ken” (Lora Snider) Newberry and Kelli (David Siler) W…
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New Mexico small business organizations file lawsuit challenging PFAS labeling regulation

July 7, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Several small business organizations in New Mexico filed a lawsuit July 1 challenging a regulation from the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board requiring manufacturers to label products containing PFAS. The regulation, which was passed in March, requires manufacturers to display a universal s…
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U.S. textile groups unite behind trade incentive program to strengthen U.S. manufacturing

July 6, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Industry organizations representing U.S. textile manufacturers, apparel brands and retailers urged the Trump administration to adopt a newly developed textile and apparel trade incentive program they proposed in a joint submission to the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) July 6. This is th…
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In memoriam: Bob Campbell, Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co.

June 23, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Robert “Bob” Campbell, MFC, and owner of Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co., passed away June 21 at the age of 74. Born Nov. 22, 1951, in Pittsburgh, Pa., Campbell was a graduate of Bethel Park High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in music education at Duquesne University. H…
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Businesses producing or selling textiles in California must register with PRO by July 1

June 12, 2026  |  Industry News

Pursuant to the Responsible Textile Recovery Act, businesses that produce or sell apparel and textiles in California must register with the state’s producer responsibility organization (PRO)—Landbell USA—by July 1. The Responsible Textile Recovery Act was passed in 2024 and establishes an …
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