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Textile World magazine and TextileWorld.com are leading resources for textile news and information - from textile fiber to fabric formation and finishing.

Southern Textile News, a 60-year-old newspaper published bi-weekly, offers the latest in textile news and news that affects the industry, including trade matters; new advancements in textile equipment; developments in yarn, thread, knits, wovens, nonwovens, cotton, dyeing and finishing and apparel; updates on mill news; and industry trade shows worldwide.

International Fiber Journal has been the recognized leader in coverage of the manmade fiber industry worldwide for more than 25 years. Our quarterly supplement T3-Technical Textile Technology was launched in 2002 to focus on trends and developments in the commercialization of performance fibers, fabrics and manufacturing technologies for high-tech technical textiles and engineered nonwoven fabrics.

The American Flock Association is the only trade association dedicated to the fiber-coating industry in North America. Its mission is to provide positive leadership to foster a strong flock industry in North America. AFA members include manufacturers of roll-to-roll fiber-coated coated textiles, papers, and films as well as coaters of 3 dimensional objects and printers of apparel decoration and graphics arts products. Industry suppliers are a key sector of the membership.

AATCC is the world’s leading not-for-profit association serving textile professionals since 1921. AATCC is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, N.C., USA, providing test method development, quality control materials, and professional networking for thousands of members in 60 countries throughout the world.

The American Fiber Manufacturers Association, Inc. (AFMA) is the trade association for U.S. companies that manufacture synthetic and cellulosic fibers. The membership is limited to U.S. producers that sell manufactured fiber in the open market. The Association maintains close ties to other manufactured fiber trade associations worldwide.

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is the science-based source for the facts about carpet and rugs. Whether you are a homeowner, an architect, or a facility manager, making the right decisions starts with having the facts. CRI’s job is to prove how your environment for living, working, learning and health is better.

IFAI is the only trade association in the world representing the entire specialty fabrics/technical textiles industry, a world market estimated at $120 billion in 2010. We support 2,000 members in 12 market niches and three country sectors; sponsor the largest industry tradeshow in the Americas, IFAI Expo; and publish seven trade magazines and buyers guides.

The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) is an international Association for the world’s textile industries, dedicated to keeping its world-wide membership constantly informed through surveys, studies and publications and through the organization of annual conferences, participating in the evolution of the industry’s value chain and publishing considered opinions on future trends and international developments.

MAPI's research program gives members access to the latest economic forecasting, legal and regulatory analyses, and surveys of management practices. Executives from medium and large global companies learn from peers in the areas of Finance, Legal, Operations, IT, Strategy, and Management.

The NAM’s mission is to advocate on behalf of its members to enhance the competitiveness of manufacturers by shaping a legislative and regulatory environment conducive to U.S. economic growth and to increase understanding among policymakers, the media and the general public about the vital role of manufacturing in America’s economic and national security for today and in the future.

The National Textile Association is the nation's oldest and largest association of fabric-forming companies. Our members knit and weave fabric in the U.S.; supply fibers, yarns to the fabric-forming industry; or supply other materials or services to the American textile industry.

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) is a unique association representing the entire spectrum of the textile industry. From fibers to finished products, machinery manufacturers to power suppliers, NCTO is the voice of the U.S. textile industry.

As an international trade association, SMART strengthens the economic opportunities of our diverse membership by promoting the interdependence of our industry segments and providing a common forum for networking, education, and trade.

The purpose of the Association as stated in its Charter is to promote good fellowship among its members; to exchange professional knowledge and experience on subjects relating to textile manufacturing; to promote other social, educational, personnel relations, research, and other scientific activities for the benefit of the members, their companies , and the textile industry.

Benefits of the SYFA To Our Members and Member Companies: Membership in the Synthetic Yarn and Fiber Association enables participation in numerous research committees and gives you access to all the SYFA information archives. Additionally, through the Members Only section of the website you will have access to all SYFA publications, past conferences presentation, and networking contacts within the core of the industry.

Together we can achieve great things. The VDMA (Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau - German Engineering Federation) is a network of around 3,000 engineering industry companies in Europe. 400 industry experts are there to take good care of you.

ATMA® provides an unparalleled opportunity to network with others in the textile industry.

SGIA is the only international association for specialty imaging. Its mission is to provide imaging professionals with the tools and information needed to make the best possible business decisions.

The association of the flock industry Europe (reg.), is the central representation of interests of all participating companies of the flock technique. Its main topic is to make known the advantages of the flock technology, to further develop the flocking process, to make sure the application is secure and environmentally safe and boost the quality idea among its members. The association actively participates in working on safety-technical regulations and on quality standards. It advises members and interested parties in all flock technological questions. The association’s office and our members gladly respond to all questions you may have about the flocking technique.

INDA is the trade association representing the nonwoven fabrics industry since 1968. We are an organization committed to energetic action on behalf of the nonwovens industry. Throughout the year, our conferences and action-oriented committees bring industry professionals together to explore the most pressing trends and issues in the areas of government relations, technology, marketing and international commerce. INDA then marshals the resources of member companies to make a coordinated response that is prompt, cost-effective and industry-wide. U.S. Chamber of Commerce Member 2006INDA is well known worldwide as a show organizer. IDEA, International Engineered Fabrics Conference and Exposition is the key event and is offered every three years. The next show is in Miami Beach, April 27-29, 2010, and 7000 people from over 60 countries are expected to attend. Also, organized by INDA is the annual event...Filtration. This is the largest Filtration industry event in the world. Furthermore, INDA leads the way in the education of nonwovens and by offering training courses in nonwovens and publishing various handbooks on the many segments of the industry.

Management resource magazine featuring articles and columns oriented to manufacturing business issues.

Technical Textiles International is the only international magazine exclusively devoted to technical textiles. Coverage includes: new products and processes, market, applications and industry news, health and safety, testing, standards and quality certification together with in-depth feature articles written by leading industry figures and full coverage of major international fibre and textile exhibitions. Subscription includes a comprehensive buyers’ guide to worldwide suppliers to the technical textiles industry. Click here to download a sample back issue

Melliand International is the English language international technical publication for technical and commercial decision-makers and all areas of management in the textile industry throughout the world. Special topics are: Fibers/Yarns, Spinning, Weaving, Knitting, Textile Finishing and Nonwovens as well as International Industry News and Management. Twelve times a year, the Chinese language technical publication Melliand China is published for the technical experts in the Chinese textile industry, research institutes, technical universities and ministries. It is translated and distributed by the respected Donghua University in Shanghai/China. Melliand International is published in its 15th volume.

International Dyer is the world’s leading specialist source of information for textile finishers. Published since 1881, it provides comprehensive technical intelligence about developments in coloration, chemical and mechanical finishing, coating and all other value-added textile effects. International Dyer keeps professionals in all corners of the globe informed about the market trends and issues of concern that may impact their investment decisions. High among these is sustainability – including the urgent need in many parts of the world to conserve water and energy, and the effects of chemical-control legislation such as Europe’s REACH. International Dyer also provides detailed insights into rapidly developing market segments, including technical textiles and digital printing.