Capital Events Austin opens in Central Texas

June 8, 2026  |  Company News, News

Central Texas is welcoming a new event rental company — Capital Events Austin — serving Austin, Texas, and its metro area. Founded by Billy Gann, the company launched on May 1, 2026, from its location in Liberty Hill. The full-service event rental company has inventory from rides and attractions…
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New Mexico PFAS Protection Act rule effective July 1

June 1, 2026  |  Industry News, News

New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board finalized a rule (20.13.2 NMAC) regulating intentionally added PFAS in consumer products, effective July 1. The rule establishes a process for manufacturers to submit currently unavoidable use (CUU) proposals for exemption from state requirements, in ad…
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Connecticut PFAS labeling requirements effective July 1

June 1, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Beginning July 1, several products manufactured, sold, offered or distributed for sale in Connecticut must include a warning label if they contain intentionally added PFAS. Products that must be labeled include apparel, carpets or rugs, fabric treatments, textile furnishings, upholstered furniture, …
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Measure twice, site visit once

June 1, 2026  |  Covered conversations

In my own operations at Houston Tents & Events, and in conversations with fellow tent industry leaders across the country, I’ve found that the biggest drain on profitability isn’t the equipment; it’s the “unknowns” we encounter on job sites. The most successful companies aren’t just …
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Palmer Snyder partners with Chameleon

May 27, 2026  |  Company News, News

Palmer Snyder Furniture, Louisville, Ky., has entered into a U.S. sales partnership with Chameleon Chair Collection®, Los Angeles. The companies said the partnership combines Chameleon’s signature, patented designs with Palmer Snyder’s distribution network to ensure that the hospitality indust…
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Curated Events acquires Casa de Perrin

May 21, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Curated Events, Charleston, S.C., has acquired Casa de Perrin, a Los Angeles-based tabletop rental and design company serving the luxury event market. According to the company, the acquisition expands Curated Events’ national event services platform, which also includes Skyline Tent Co., See-…
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Judge applications open for 2026 International Achievement Awards

May 14, 2026  |  ATA News, Expo News, Industry News, News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is now accepting applications for judges for the 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAAs). The IAAs are an annual competition that celebrates the best projects in the specialty fabrics industry, showcasing ATA members’ technical skills and accomplishment…
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Registration opens for Advanced Textiles Expo

May 13, 2026  |  ATA News, Expo News, News

Registration is open for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026. The show returns Nov. 3–5, 2026, in Orlando, Fla., at the Orange County Convention Center (West Building). Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) expects 4,000+ attendees and 300+ exhibitors. Exhibit booths are still open as well. Expo program…
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Goff Tents & Events acquires Tri-State Tents & Party Rentals

May 11, 2026  |  Company News, News

Goff Tents & Events, Nicholasville, Ky., has acquired Tri-State Tents & Party Rentals, a provider of event rental services in the northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati market. “We are incredibly excited to welcome Tri-State Tents & Party Rentals into the Goff family,” sa…
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U.S. Court of International Trade rules 10% global tariffs illegal

May 8, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Three judges of the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled May 7 that the 10% global tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump in February were illegal. The 2–1 decision ruled that the tariffs imposed by the president under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 were “invalid” and …
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