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May 3, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., May 6, 2024 – Entries are being sought for the 2024 Herman and Myrtle Goldstein Graduate Student Paper Competition. The oral portion of the competition will be held...
May 1, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., May 3, 2024 – Every year, AATCC student chapters name a graduating senior to be recognized for academic achievement and contribution to the chapter, school, and society. This...
April 29, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., May 1, 2024 – AATCC works closely with organizations like the Southern Textile Research Conference (STRC) to support the textile community. This year, AATCC is a Bronze Sponsor...
April 29, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., April 29, 2024 – AATCC currently sells Blue Wool Lightfastness Standard fabric for measuring increments of 5 and 20 AFU. Staff and committee members are also working on...
April 22, 2024
Construction, mining, and drilling for oil and gas are some of the messiest and most dangerous jobs out there. For this reason, anyone working in those fields needs protective clothing that works...
March 28, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 29, 2024 –Each year, AATCC Foundation awards $10,000 in grants for textile-related academic research. This year, funding went to 18 students at 7 universities. Topics range from...
March 22, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 22, 2024 – AATCC connects the global textile community through networking, educational events, and publications—and perhaps most recognizably, through standards. As an international standards organization, AATCC adheres...
March 6, 2024
How fabrics help amusement parks create an amazing experience. While materials like steel, wood, and plastic play dominant roles in the construction and design of amusement parks, fabrics are present...
March 1, 2024
I Remember When: My Top Ten List from the Textile Industry By Don Carrigan This past June, I reached a milestone in my textile career: I have worked 60 years in the...
February 29, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 6, 2024 – AATCC welcomes the Association’s newest Local Section, the Pakistan Section! Pakistan is globally recognized for its rich textile heritage along with its modern presence...
February 19, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 19, 2024 – AATCC extends an open invitation for all interested professionals to have a seat at the table and help shape the future of textiles by...
February 16, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 21, 2024 – Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to garner significant attention in textile manufacturing, given their prevalent usage in enhancing durable water repellency and stain...
February 14, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 14, 2024 – AATCC is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 volume 99 edition of the Manual of International Test Methods and Procedures. Containing 4...
February 12, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., February 12, 2024 – AATCC prides itself on offering Corporate Members many tangible benefits in addition to increased visibility, access opportunities and ongoing communication. As part of that...
February 8, 2024
AATCC Corporate Member News is the brand-new Corporate Membership Benefit. AATCC is replacing the previous whitepaper benefit with a new, multi-media way to promote your company. You can still post whitepapers, but...
January 30, 2024
From early alliances formed for survival to the companionships that eventually evolved, animals have played an integral role in shaping the narrative of human existence. One tangible expression of this bond is...
January 22, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., January 22, 2024 – The AATCC Foundation scholarship and fellowship application is now open for the 2024-2025 academic year. Undergraduate and graduate students in any textile-related discipline may...
January 17, 2024
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., January 19, 2024 – AATCC is currently accepting nominations for open positions on its 2025-2026 Board of Directors. As a member-led organization, serving on the AATCC Board provides...
January 4, 2024
How outdoor brands are prioritizing sustainability, measuring progress and communicating results. Shared experiences and values across a wide range of outdoor activities have established a strong sense of community throughout the outdoor industries,...
December 19, 2023
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., USA, December 22, 2023—Students are invited to showcase their merchandising and marketing talents to win cash and recognition by participating in the 2024 Concept 2 Consumer Student Merchandising...
December 19, 2023
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., USA, December 20, 2023—Students are invited to showcase their design talents to win cash and recognition by participating in the 2024 Concept 2 Consumer Student Design Competition. Entries...
December 15, 2023
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., December 15, 2023 – AATCC, the world’s leading not-for-profit association serving textile professionals since 1921, invites industry partners to “get their ducks in a row” with the launch...
December 13, 2023
In October 2023, the United Stated Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) completed the rulemaking procedure to revise the Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles in 16 CFR part 1610. The new...
December 6, 2023
During the pandemic, the frailties of traditional supply chains were clearly exposed, resulting in significant disruptions across almost all industries around the globe. As we exited the pandemic, brands and retailers were...