Talking Textiles

Advanced Textiles Association

Created by the Advanced Textiles Association, Talking Textiles provides the latest in industrial fabrics and highlights key players and up-and-comers in the business.

  1. 25 MRT

    Inside the FASTR Lab with Lynn Wagner

    Listen in as Jasmine Cox, Executive Director at Gaston College's Textile Technology Center and ETC Chair, interviews, Lynn Wagner, Senior Research Textile Manager, FASTR Lab at the University of Maine and ETC Board Member. The discussion focuses on the Fiber & Specialty Textiles Research (FASTR) Lab at the University of Maine. The lab is a is a state-of-the-art research and development facility dedicated to advancing the frontiers of industrial fabrics. Lynn notes that while the university does not directly teach textiles, it emphasizes advanced composites, where materials can function as sensors or integral components within larger systems. Learn more as the discussion continues about priorities for the lab and student work within the lab.

    54 min.

  2. 23 FEB

    Branding and Rebranding Your Marine Canvas Business

    Kyle Van Damme, MFC [Marine Tops Unlimited], got together with Mike Boatman [Boatman Marine Canvas], and Justin Jones [SewLong Custom Covers] to talk about branding and rebranding your marine canvas business. The importance of being consistent across your digital and social media platforms to build customer trust and company perception was discussed. Using brand as a tool to take your company to the next level, along with being intentional about your brand at the start of your business was covered.  Plus, tips on when it's important to transition to a rebrand and how making gradual changes is key to rebrand success.

    44 min.

  3. 16 JAN

    Seasons of the Marine Canvas Business

    Julie Tinsman [Strataglass LLC] sat down with featured guests: Charlene Clark, IFM [Signature CanvasMakers LLC], Jeff Newkirk, MFC [Precision Custom Canvas], and Andrew Oatley [Oatley's Top Shop] at the Advanced Textiles Expo to talk about seasonal business. They covered the year-round business and strategies for slow times, from products to training to business improvements, to setting expectations with customers during peak times. They shared on common client misconceptions about being a skilled trade, negotiating for a better price, and trying to jump ahead of other customers.

    41 min.

  4. 11-12-2025

    Building the Textiles Workforce: Assessing and Hiring Talent

    Liz Johnson [Brookwood Companies] sits down with featured guests Tanya Wade [Manufacturing Solutions Center at CVCC]; Jennifer Fennell [Polo Custom Products]; and Robert Finnegan [AFFOA] to record a live podcast from Advanced Textiles Expo 2025, focusing on how to assess and hire talent. They open by exploring key qualities to define strong candidates—such as drive, curiosity, adaptability, and a desire to contribute to a larger purpose. The discussion then shifts to the importance of educating prospective workers about the opportunities within the industry and the landscape of today's industrial fabric trades. The guests also highlight the value of creating environments that support work–life balance, foster leadership development, and offer pathways of innovation and technology growth. They conclude by discussing innovative training tools like Thread X, which uses augmented technology to help train employees on manufacturing processes.

    32 min.

  5. 25-11-2025

    Tackling Tariffs Part Two

    In part two of the podcast on tariffs, the conversations centers around the current landscape and how companies are navigating through uncertainty. Host Tony Ehrbar [Renegade Plastics/American Tent] sits down with Brian Coughlin [Sioen]; Victor Jensch [Ennis Fabrics]; and Jonathan Palmer [Autometrix] at the Advanced Textiles Expo 2025. The group talks about being flexible, keeping calm, and staying in communication, and offers advice on building your relationships and your business despite the current challenges. They talk about changes in lead times, pricing strategies, forecasting, onshoring and offer their opinions on the current policies.

    50 min.

  6. 22-10-2025

    Insights on Codes, Standards, and Best Practices for Tent and Shade Professionals

    Listen in as host Dan Litster chats with featured guests Nick Deninno (Block & Roll Innovations), and Paul Armstrong (PACCS) about the codes and standards in the tent and shade industry. They share practical advice on building relationships and best practices for working with code officials. The conversation also covers the upcoming ICC Code Action Hearing, including proposals related to loads and installations for temporary structures in high-hazard areas and floodplains. Plus, get a preview of the AHJ session planned for Tent Expo 2026.

    36 min.

  7. 19-09-2025

    Education Sampler of Advanced Textiles Expo

    Tune in for a sneak peek of featured education sessions at the upcoming Advanced Textiles Expo, taking place November 4–7 in Indianapolis. Expo presenters Elizabeth Denly (Technical Strategy and Innovation) and Terry Kelm (Sunbelt Franchise Re-sales) join with Jonathan Sweet (ATA) to preview their sessions.   Denly offers insights into her session on PFAS, where she'll discuss how to stay ahead of evolving regulations, prepare for upcoming changes, and manage the liabilities and complexities surrounding PFAS. Kelm highlights key points from his session on selling a business—including how to navigate valuation, avoid common pitfalls, and develop effective planning strategies.

    30 min.

  8. 12-08-2025

    Tackling Tariffs

    The episode looks at the uncertainties of tariffs and how companies are making things work amongst the policy changes. They touch on onshoring and nearshoring, being transparent with customers, evaluating new sources, and what can be gained through customer loyalty. Our host is Tony Ehrbar (Renegade Plastics and American Tent) who is joined by Brent Nussbaum (Miller Weldmaster), Kristi Reiherzer (SHADE Industries) and Brian Coughlin (SIOEN).

    49 min.
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Created by the Advanced Textiles Association, Talking Textiles provides the latest in industrial fabrics and highlights key players and up-and-comers in the business.

Informatie

  • Maker
    Advanced Textiles Association
  • Jaren actief
    2021 - 2026
  • Afleveringen
    53
  • Beoordeling
    Veilig
  • Copyright
    ©2021
  • Website van aflevering
    Talking Textiles

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