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Registration Open (Room S220 A-D, Level 2)

30 Sep 19
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Stop by to pick up your name badge or register onsite. More...

Registration Open (Room S220 A-D, Level 2)

01 Oct 19
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Stop by to pick up your name badge or register onsite. More...

Pre-Expo Tour | Behind the Scenes of Walt Disney (Room Walt Disney World)

01 Oct 19
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Ticket required Explore the inner workings of The American Adventure, the patriotic Audio-Animatronics extravaganza. Get a behind-the-scene... More...

Shuttle Service (Room OCCC South, Hall A-B)

01 Oct 19
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sponsored by Stimpson Complimentary shuttle service is provided between the OCCC South, Hall A-B and select hotels. View the shuttle schedule at... More...

Advanced Textiles Conference (Room S210 A-C)

01 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
12 sessions dedicated to the Advanced Textiles field. Session content includes: Aerospace, Medical, Safety and Protective, Smart Fabrics ... More...

Designing Softgoods for Human Spaceflight (Room S210C)

01 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Molly Harwood
There are many challenges when designing products for spaceflight. Successful product design is crucial to the success of any mission. Throughout N... More...

Making (Some) Sense of the DoD Budget (Room S210B)

01 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Ron Houle
Many companies in the textile industry have an interest in the Defense Budget, as they support products with the U.S. Military as the end user. It ... More...

Regulatory and Device Evaluation Challenges for Textile Biomaterial Devices (Room S210A)

01 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Elaine Duncan, MSME, RAC, AIMBE
Textile medical devices are facing challenges on sufficient testing of materials and devices before commercialization. These challenges are changin... More...

CANCELLED: Lab to Life-Saving: Advanced Textiles R&D Innovations to Commercialization (Room S210C)

01 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Amit Kapoor
Taking a product from the lab and making it into a product for the masses is challenging. This presentation will look at some of the paths that res... More...

Intro to Military Contract Bidding (Room S210B)

01 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Jeff Papalia
The U.S. government is the largest buyer of goods and services in the world. Attendees will learn how to find opportunities though the Federal Busi... More...

REPLACEMENT SESSION: Development of Textile-based Sensors for Inspection of Composite Materials (Room S210C)

01 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Dr. Reinhold Schneider
Composites are not only lightweight but also highly resilient. Therefore, they are well established in engineering applications where components mu... More...

Stage Gates or Funnels? Innovation Management and New Medical Textile Product Development (Room S210A)

01 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Dr. Martin W. King
Medical textiles, one of the largest categories within the field of technical textiles, have a broad range of applications. What specific steps... More...

Continuous Manufacturing of Fine Denier, Conductive Yarns (Room S210C)

01 Oct 19
3:15 PM - 4:05 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Derek Hass, Ph.D.
Directed Vapor Technologies and its subsidiary, LEAF, are using a high throughput, gas jet-assisted, vapor deposition technique for the continuous ... More...

Exploring the World of Smart Textiles: What We Learned Along the Way (Room S210B)

01 Oct 19
3:15 PM - 4:05 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Dr. Amanda Myers
What is a smart textile? How is it different from a wearable? This session will cover materials, market challenges and manufacturing practices cu... More...

Things to Consider in Developing Advanced Prototype Protective Garment Systems (Room S210A)

01 Oct 19
3:15 PM - 4:05 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Marc Mathews
How can you develop advanced thermal and chemical protective garments and gear with enhanced wear comfort? This session will describe a holistic ap... More...

Future Technologies for the Functionalization of Textile Materials (Room S210B)

01 Oct 19
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Dr. Thomas Stegmaier
The efforts of the bioeconomy in the field of technical textiles mainly include the development of materials from renewable raw materials. This pre... More...

Growing Through Diversification into Technical Markets: From Trash Covers and Truck Covers to Ground Support and Flight Hardware (Room S210A)

01 Oct 19
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Bud Weisbart
This session will focus on how diversification based on core competencies can create opportunities for companies to grow, including examples of how... More...

Standards Panel: Why Should My Company Care About Standards? (Room S210C)

01 Oct 19
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

Speaker(s): Chris Jorgensen ; MaryAlice Gill ; Oona Oksjarvi ; Remington Scott ; Stephanie Rodgers
Whether you manufacture end products integrated with electrical or electronic functionality, provide the e-textiles or conductive technologies for ... More...

Shuttle Service (Room OCCC South, Hall A-B)

01 Oct 19
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Sponsored by Stimpson Complimentary shuttle service is provided between the OCCC South, Hall A-B and select hotels. View the shuttle schedule at... More...

Advanced Textiles Conference Networking Reception (Room Destination Lounge, Level 2)

01 Oct 19
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Advanced Textiles Conference

*For Advanced Textiles Conference attendees Mix and mingle with fellow Advanced Textile Conference attendees over drinks and appetizers. More...

PAMA Pub Night (PAMA members only) (Room Marlow's Tavern)

01 Oct 19
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for PAMA's member-exclusive annual social event. This is a great opportunity to network with your PAMA peers. Relax before submerging y... More...

Industrial Fabrics Foundation Night (Lafayette’s Music Room 9101 International Dr #2220)

01 Oct 19
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
*Requires ticket purchase Make your first night at Expo a lively, fun-filled experience! Support a good cause and enjoy an evening of great sout... More...

Fun Run (Room Orange County Convention Center; South Concourse)

02 Oct 19
6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
*Requires ticket purchase New for 2019! Pack your running shoes. IFAI will host its inaugural 5K Fun Run/Walk during IFAI Expo! Don’t miss... More...

Shuttle Service (Room OCCC South, Hall A-B)

02 Oct 19
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sponsored by Stimpson Complimentary shuttle service is provided between the OCCC South, Hall A-B and select hotels. View the shuttle schedule at... More...

Registration Open (Room S220 A-D, Level 2)

02 Oct 19
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Stop by to pick up your name badge or register onsite. More...

IFAI Annual Meeting Followed by Keynote Speaker (Room S230 A-C, Level 2)

02 Oct 19
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Speaker(s): Thom Singer, CSP
Sponsored by FASNAP Open to all attendees and exhibitors Join us as Keynote speaker Thom Singer leads us on a journey of exploration about how w... More...

Application, Efficacy and Persistence of Synthetic Pyrethroids Vs Plant Based Insect Repellents on Textiles (Room S210A)

02 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Dr. Kiarash Arangdad
Mosquitoes transmit diseases to more than 700 million people annually. In addition to potential diseases, biting insects can detract from outdoor a... More...

Developing and Manufacturing World Class Knitted Shade Fabrics (Room S210B)

02 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Andrew Nasarczyk
Most knitted shade fabrics look similar, but dig a little deeper and you’ll quickly learn that not all products are created or manufactured e... More...

ETFE Film - Properties and Features, Creating Beauty through Innovation (Room S210C)

02 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Bill Fiedler
Why Ethylene TetraFluoroEthylene (ETFE) film? Learn more about this alternative membrane for tensile structure designs. See how ETFE film can creat... More...

How to Scale Your Manufacturing Business with Software (Room S210D)

02 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Bob Falahee ; Mike Falahee
This session will discuss growing your sales & manufacturing organizations with software. Attendees will learn how to eliminate paperwork, reduce e... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Military (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Pet a Puppy, a Giving Back Opportunity (Room Booth A831)

02 Oct 19
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Support two great causes as the Industrial Fabrics Foundation (IFF) and the Pet Alliance of Orlando join forces for one adorable show floor experie... More...

Advanced Textiles Student Design Winner | Emergency Avalanche Transceiver Garment (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Join the winners of the Advanced Textiles Student Design competition as they present their winning project, Emergency Avalanche Transceiver Ga... More...

Architectural Shifts to Outdoor venues - "Benefits of Pergolas and Structures" (Room Booth 2459)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Jesse Goodman
The architectural design industry is taking large steps towards complimenting the outdoor venues and utilizing the elements for energy and comfort.... More...

Shade Cloth for Human Protection (Room S210B)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Christopher Nolan
What is shade cloth and how effective is it in fulfilling its intended purpose? How long does it last, and how should it be properly fabricated and... More...

Structural Air: Engineering Considerations for Inflatables and Air-Supported Structures (Room S210D)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): J. David Bowick, P.Eng.
This presentation will introduce participants to the various types of air-supported structures used in buildings with some historical background. E... More...

The Evolution of Medical Textiles for Vascular Surgical Applications (Room S210A)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Fitzroy Brown
The medical textile market is rapidly growing, as medical-grade textiles have proven to provide the versatility and performance that medical device... More...

The Technology Behind Shade Sails - How it Works and How to Get it Right (Room S210C)

02 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Alan Stewart
Shade Sails are engineered structures; however, the technology is often misunderstood and underestimated. The result is that many shade sails fail ... More...

Demo Booth: Manufacturing for Good (Room Booth A879)

02 Oct 19
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Visit the Manufacturing for Good booth to view equipment demonstrations and watch the full manufacturing process for a live charity event to suppor... More...

Explore the Differences in Marine Enclosure Materials (Room Booth 2059)

02 Oct 19
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Jeff Smith
This campfire with help you define your shops presence in the market and grow your profit margins. Understand the materials available for marine en... More...

If We Build It, Will They Wear It? (Room Booth A813)

02 Oct 19
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker(s): Anjali Khemani ; Chris Jorgensen ; Matt Kolmes ; Stephanie Rodgers
Building an e-textiles-based product for health and wellness is a mix of technical accumen, fashion sense, market knowledge, understanding of regul... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: U.S. Fabrics / USIFI (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Designing Shade to Consider the Path of the Sun (Room Booth 2459)

02 Oct 19
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Katherine Fisher
"How to" designing to ensure the proposed shade will provide adequate protection. Learn about the 3 factors effecting shade sail placement. Discove... More...

InfraRed (IR) Thermal Cameras for Clothing Evaluations - Scientific Tool or Just a Toy? (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Prof. Emiel DenHartog
Infrared cameras are often used to evaluate cooling power or thermal comfort of fabrics and garments. Yet, often the science behind thermal infrare... More...

Antimicrobial Treatments of Textiles (Room Booth A813)

02 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Speaker(s): Dr. Martin W. King
Micro-organisms, whether they are bacteria, viruses or fungi, impact our everyday lives in a variety of detrimental ways. We know that the active w... More...

Market Segment Open Meetings: Awning / PAMA (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Selling Specialty Products (Room Booth 2059)

02 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Chris Semonelli
After 35 years of sales experience and many many trips along the way, some fundamental principals have been observed that need to be followed to su... More...

Idea Blueprint: Mapping Out Your Idea (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Paige Mullis
Have you ever had a great idea and not quite sure what to do with it? In this fast-paced session, we will engage in Innovation Round-Up, clearly de... More...

Exploring Industrial Fabric Welding Equipment and Applications (Room Booth 2059)

02 Oct 19
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Ken Huber
Learn about the different types of plastic(Industrial Fabric) welding equipment and the different applications they are used in. 1. Determine whic... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Fabric Structure / FSA (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Supporting the Textile Industry: Textile Testing and Development Resources for Startups, Small Business, Students & Corporations (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Jasmine Cox
From testing to pilot scale development, IFAI attendees will be able to learn more about the latest technologies and services available to the indu... More...

Government Relations Update: Trade, Tariffs, and Military Procurement (Room Booth 2059)

02 Oct 19
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Auggie Tantillo ; Sara Beatty
USIFI and NFI advocate for our legislative and regulatory needs. Hear a recap of their activities in Washington on policy items of interest and gai... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Tent / TRD (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

"Spacetex-2“ - Enhancing Evaporative Heat Loss in Performance Apparel for Astronauts (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Dr. Jan Beringer
Space – to go where no one has gone before, explore the final frontier. But how do astronauts use garments to enhance their daily exercize in zero-... More...

Engineering with Air: Understanding Inflatable Technologies and their Applications (Room Booth 2459)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Ryan Gundling
Inflatable technologies go well beyond bounce houses and pool toys. In fact, most people rely on inflatables on their primary mode of daily transpo... More...

Leading Through Change and Disruption: Turning Rapid Change into Your Organization's Competitive Edge (Room S210D)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Brad Wolff
Workforce optimization is the process of creating a competitive edge by developing a flexible, adaptive, learning organization. In this executive s... More...

Marketing Energy-Efficient Fabrics: Differentiation and Customer Confidence through Fabric and Shading Testing and Certification (Room S210B)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Erika Burns
A newly-launched fabric and window attachment certification and labeling program from the Attachments Energy Rating Council (AERC) provides an oppo... More...

Proposition 65: What You Need to Know and What Really Matters (Room S210A)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Proposition 65 is not going away. With more than 850 chemicals on the list, this consumer “right-to-know” law affects numerous products... More...

Selling Energy Reduction with Fabric (Room S210C)

02 Oct 19
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Steve Fredrickson
During this session we will review various types of applications using fabric to show attendees the options available to them outside of the standa... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Geosynthetics / GMA (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Shuttle Service (Room OCCC South, Hall A-B)

02 Oct 19
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Sponsored by Stimpson Complimentary shuttle service is provided between the OCCC South, Hall A-B and select hotels. View the shuttle schedule at... More...

Smart Medical Textiles Designs Needed for More Effective Patient Visits (Room Booth A813)

02 Oct 19
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Speaker(s): Chris Semonelli ; Kunal Mankodiya
The need for new designs in smart medical textiles to minimize the information input burden during patient visits is widely known and frustrating f... More...

Functionalisation of Textile Surfaces Using Digital Application Technology (Room S210A)

02 Oct 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Dr. Reinhold Schneider
Textile finishing improves performance of textile substrates by implementing functions such as water repellency, UV-protection and flame-retardancy... More...

Helping the DoD understand Tension Fabric Structures Options (Room S210C)

02 Oct 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Gregory Jones
Large Tension Fabric Structures (TFS) have more in common with the traditional building construction process than with tents when it comes to large... More...

Productivity for Small Businesses: Optimizing Your Communication,Workflow, and Performance (Room S210B)

02 Oct 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Randy Westlund
Small businesses in this industry all face similar productivity-related issues that cost time and money. Identifying weaknesses in key areas and im... More...

Shade Sail University Chapter 3: How do I sell these things? (Room Booth 2459)

02 Oct 19
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Gregg Burrows ; Robin DuBroy
From the first contact with your customer to the last handshake and goodbye, you need a system that helps the customer make their decision and help... More...

Understanding How Coated Fabric Manufacturers Adhere to Prop 65 Requirements (Room Booth A859)

02 Oct 19
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Jeff Post
Proposition 65, the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, was enacted more than 30 years ago. The requirements of marki... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: IFAI Canada (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

02 Oct 19
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

IFAI Expo Opening Reception (Room S230, Level 2)

02 Oct 19
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Sponsored by Herculite   Open to all attendees and exhibitors After the show floor closes, keep the energy and conversations going at the ... More...

Shuttle Service (Room OCCC South, Hall A-B)

03 Oct 19
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sponsored by Stimpson Complimentary shuttle service is provided between the OCCC South, Hall A-B and select hotels. View the shuttle schedule at... More...

Registration Open (Room S220 A-D, Level 2)

03 Oct 19
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Stop by to pick up your name badge or register onsite. More...

Awards and Networking Breakfast (Room S230 A-C, Level 2)

03 Oct 19
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
*Doors open at 8 am Mix and mingle with the winners of the 2019 IFAI Awards. Enjoy breakfast, awards presentation, lively emcees and an awesome ... More...

Color Smart: The Future of Textile Color Management (Room S210C)

03 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Timothy Mitchell
We will look at the new HP ColorSmart technology and the recent innovations in color management for textiles and how those innovations will change ... More...

Graphics for the Small to Medium Fabricator (Room S210D)

03 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): William McSpadden
Get an overview of techniques and processes for any size shop. Learn about the major mistakes that companies make and how to avoid them. Discover t... More...

Industry 4.0 for Small Businesses (Room S210B)

03 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Jonathan Palmer
Manufacturing 4.0 is here. For the most part, Smart Factories are being implemented by large corporations that have the capacity to make big upfron... More...

Using Advanced Repellent Finishes to Improve Textile Product Sustainability (Room S210A)

03 Oct 19
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Frank Keohan
Repellent finishes provide many beneficial properties to fabrics including resistance to water, stains and abrasion. They can improve the sustaina... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Narrow Fabrics / NFI (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

03 Oct 19
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Pet a Puppy, a Giving Back Opportunity (Room Booth A831)

03 Oct 19
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Support two great causes as the Industrial Fabrics Foundation (IFF) and the Pet Alliance of Orlando join forces for one adorable show floor experie... More...

E-Textiles Discussion: Aerospace (Room Booth A813)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Presented by a NASA representative  More...

Hazardous Waste Generator Improvement Rule: New Compliance Requirements (Room S210B)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Ethan Ware
In 2015, EPA published the New Hazardous Waste Generator Improvement Rule. This session will review changes to satellite accumulation policies, fle... More...

Maximizing Growth Trends in Digital Print Media Markets (Room S210D)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Mike Compton
This session will cover details of the fastest growing trends and markets in digital printing media and applications. Discussion points include how... More...

Propelling Ideas Into Action (Room S210A)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Paige Mullis
Do you have a great idea, yet you are not quite sure what to do with it? This fast-paced session will discuss innovation, help you clearly define y... More...

Repairs and Innovations, the Cause and Effect of Choices (Room S210C)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Classroom Education

Speaker(s): Whitney Carman
Fabricators are unique-minded individuals. They are problem-solving artists, each with their own style. In the process of creating they are also in... More...

Textile Tariff Update - China 301 and More (Room Booth 2059)

03 Oct 19
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Sara Beatty
Come hear the latest on the China 301 tariffs and other pending initiatives that could impact the U.S. tariff schedule. More...

Demo Booth: Manufacturing for Good (Room Booth A879)

03 Oct 19
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Visit the Manufacturing for Good booth to view equipment demonstrations and watch the full manufacturing process for a live charity event to suppor... More...

Shade Sail University Chapter 5: Shade Sail Installation (Room Booth 2459)

03 Oct 19
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Patrick Howe ; Robin DuBroy
You’ve sold your customer on a unique and beautiful shade sail, congratulations! You’re ready to install, but where do you start? In th... More...

The Added Benefit: How Flame Retardants Contribute to Coated Fabrics (Room Booth A859)

03 Oct 19
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Patrick Diebel
PVC itself is inherently flame retardant, but its ultimate resistance is determined by types and quantities of additives. A wide range of flame ret... More...

Dynamic Energy Developments: Data, Digitalization, Demand, Distributed Generation & Decarbonization (Room Booth 2059)

03 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): Chris Landing
How can your organization reduce reduce energy consumption,energy demand, and overall energy spend. Is this even something you should be concerned ... More...

Leveraging e-textiles as a Driver of Innovation in Wearable Technology (Room Booth A813)

03 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Speaker(s): Marie O'Mahony
As wearable technology has matured, consumer expectation is driving demand for clothing that offers technology, performance, comfort and aesthetics... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Tarp / TA (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

03 Oct 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

An Update on the IPC E-Textiles Committee’s Standards Activities (Room Booth A859)

03 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Chris Jorgensen
The e-textiles industry is on the verge of going from a boutique industry to one that will involve mass production and end-products that will span ... More...

Overhead: Knowing Your Costs so that You Actually Make Money (Room Booth 2459)

03 Oct 19
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection

Speaker(s): Gary Westlund
What is Overhead? The mysterious and elusive figure that we are all told is extremely important, yet few of us take the time to actually understand... More...

Designing Antimicrobial Knitted Spacer Fabric for Vacuum Assisted Wound Closure (Room Booth A813)

03 Oct 19
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Speaker(s): Daxian Zha
Learn about designing an antibacterial 3D warp knitted spacer fabric with plasma treatment technique, which serves as wound dressing for vacuum ass... More...

Fire Retardancy in Shade Structures - Requirements and Solutions (Room Booth 2059)

03 Oct 19
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

Speaker(s): David Dean
The requirement for shade structures to use Fire Retardent fabrics continues to grow and becoming one of the dominant factors in shade structure de... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Fabric Graphics / FGA (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

03 Oct 19
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...

Development of Textile-based Sensors for Inspection of Composite Materials (Room Booth A859)

03 Oct 19
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Advanced Textiles

Speaker(s): Dr. Reinhold Schneider
Composites are not only lightweight but also highly resilient. Therefore, they are well established in engineering applications where components mu... More...

Market Segment Open Meeting: Advanced Textiles / ATP (Room IFAI Hub (Show Floor))

03 Oct 19
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
A forum for members and non-members of IFAI and its Divisions to discuss the program activity and industry impact of each Division, swap ideas rega... More...
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