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Geotextiles and geogrids mean longer-lasting roads
April 1, 2026 | Markets, Product Trends
Can geotextiles and geogrids help build roadways that last for 100 years—or longer? Yes, say both industry and transportation representatives, although wider adaptation may require overcoming a few bumps in the road.
Maintaining critical funding
April 1, 2026 | Advanced Textiles, Markets
Among the factors that have made the U.S. a superpower are its investment in R&D and contributions from highly skilled foreign nationals in scientific fields. The innovation borne out by this funding—as well as policies promoting domestic manufacturing—eventually influences home markets for …
PFAS testing: What textile companies need to know
March 1, 2026 | Markets, Product Trends
Many jurisdictions have current and forthcoming regulations banning per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in a variety of products, including textiles. Laboratory testing can help prove compliance with such bans of these so-called “forever chemicals,” although not without some caveats and c…
Doing business with the U.S. military
March 1, 2026 | Advanced Textiles, Markets
How to introduce a product into the U.S. military marketplace is a big question for companies. For many of those who have tried to do so, these attempts are met with frustration. Case study examples of missteps can be seen across a wide range of technologies, not just for textile products.
Securing the supply chain
January 5, 2026 | Industry in Focus, Markets
In today’s data-driven environment, it is better to have an abundance of information rather than a shortage—especially in supply chain operations. Businesses must be able to keep track of various moving parts, such as shipping and arrival dates for materials or products and the quantity to be re…
When loyalty hurts a family business more
December 2, 2025 | Business, Features, Markets
“I can’t fire them—they’re family” can be a dangerous phrase in a family business. This deep-seated loyalty can create complications in the business if loyalty over performance is prioritized. Among the many excuses for not parting ways with family are: “It’s not a good time”; “Thi…
Textile regulations in the U.S. and abroad
November 1, 2025 | Industry in Focus, Markets
Laws and regulations are inherently part of doing business in the textile industry. Compliance challenges are compounded by shifts in both U.S. and international textile markets, driven by new laws and regulations—including the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the revised W…
Your business: What’s it worth?
October 1, 2025 | Business, Markets
Your most valuable asset may be your business. A business owner can spend decades building a business and reputation. As they approach retirement age, they likely have questions such as: How do they value their business? How do they maximize the value and minimize taxes upon sale or succession?