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. PleaseRobinson February 15, 2023 John Kenneth Robbie” Robinson passed away on February 6th, 2023. Better known by his nickname, Robbie, he will be greatly missed by family and friends for his big personality, love of casual conversation, and the twinkle in his eyes. Professionally, Robbie was the CEO of the industrial fabrics company, ETP, Inc. which he started in … Read More Read More Answers to your Supply Chain questions! August 8, 2022 CONNECT by ATA will be hosting an Ask Me Anything on Supply Chain Challenges event with Bill Rooney of Kuehne + Nagel Inc. on August 30! Get the answers to your supply chain questions from an expert at this live session on August 30 from 1-2pm EDT. Can’t make it to the live session? Email … Read More Read More Advanced Textiles Association debuts new logo July 28, 2022 Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), recently launched their new logo. ATA became the official new name of the association formerly known as Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), on June 1 and have now released their new look. The goal was to find a name and acronym that was more inclusive of the textiles, fabrics, materials that … Read More Read More OSHA administers $11.7 million in training grants June 22, 2022 The U.S. Department of Labor will provide a funding opportunity for $11.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants to support the delivery of training and education to help workers and employers identify and prevent workplace safety and health hazards. Administered by the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the grants will target disadvantaged, underserved, low-income, and other hard-to-reach, … Read More Read More Textile groups urge U.S. to maintain penalty tariffs on China June 16, 2022 The Biden administration should maintain Section 301 penalty tariffs on finished textiles and apparel from China or risk reversing once-in-a-lifetime nearshoring trends and undermining critical investments and jobs in the U.S. and Western Hemisphere, three key American textile manufacturing groups said today. In a formal submission to the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) office, which is … Read More Read More IFAI selects Advanced Textiles Association as new name May 17, 2022 The Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) will become the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) effective June 1. The name change was approved in April with 85.6 percent of association members casting their votes to do so. Association bylaws require the approval of two-thirds of those returning ballots. The results were audited by Clifton Larson Allen. This … Read More Read More Outlook® gives attendees exclusive insights to power informed decisions at the 2022 conference May 17, 2022 Close to 100 attendees gathered at the Omni Homestead Resort (circa 1766) in Hot Springs, VA to engage, learn and connect with colleagues in the industry. A day and a half of informative business sessions, intermingled with several networking opportunities, were filled with knowledge and idea exchange as well as insights from various thought leaders … Read More Read More Ask Me Anything May 10 on trade and tariffs with Nate Bolin April 28, 2022 The Advanced Textiles Association will be hosting an Ask Me Anything” on trade issues with attorney Nate Bolin in May. The event will take place on Tuesday, May 10, from 2 to 3 p.m. EDT, in CONNECT by ATA’s Open Forum. This is a great opportunity to ask him your questions about trade and tariffs. … Read More Read More Watershed Geo strategic hires April 28, 2022 Watershed Geo strategic hires Randy Thompson, Daniel Ward and Trey Hardin bring years of experience to Georgia-based geosynthetics company. Three leading industry professionals are bringing their talent to the growing team at Watershed Geosynthetics LLC of Alpharetta, Ga., the company announced in a prepared statement. Randy Thompson, Daniel Ward and Trey Hardin joined the company … Read More Read More Your extrusion welding rod matters April 27, 2022 Solmax discusses why choosing your extrusion welding rod matters, and the best ways to perform an extrusion weld on a geomembrane. Extrusion welding is a highly effective seaming method that’s primarily used for detailed patching work on polymeric geomembranes such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). It also works well for seams around pipes, especially those in areas that are difficult to access … Read More Read More GSI landfill covers webinar upcoming April 26, 2022 GSI landfill covers webinar on May 11 will focus on the various components included in geosynthetic final covers for solid waste landfills. The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will sponsor a webinar, Landfill Covers: Past-Present-Emerging,” on May 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) member companies and their employees receive discounted rates … Read More Read More Previous Next View All News IAA 2022 Winners Geosynthetic Miscellaneous Mines/Landfills/Waste-Water View All Entries Member Spotlight We stay connected to our industry through our membership in ATA. Membership gives us a pulse on the segments of the industry that affect our business the most. Joe Belli, Eide Industries Inc. 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