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Oct 6Tue
  5. Non-Metal Laser & Digital Cutting Systems (Zünd, Eurolaser, Kongsberg, Lectra)5

    Aerospace Manufacturing Magazine Explores Natural-Fiber Composites in Aerospace Manufacturing

    Aerospace Manufacturing magazine's "Taking a natural step" examines the use of natural-fiber composites as an alternative to conventional aerospace materials. The source provides no specific company, material grade, metric, or outcome beyond the article's framing.

    Technical Textiles#Material Innovation#Other
Oct 2Fri
Sep 30Wed
  1. Ultraflex Systems (SEG & Print Media)58

    UltraFlex Publishes Blockout Banner Specification Guide for Three Constructions

    UltraFlex Systems released a specification guide detailing three blockout banner constructions: black-back, greyback, and double-sided builds, across 23 products from 7 oz to 20 oz. The guide advises selecting construction by number of printed faces and viewing distance, noting that full opacity starts at 7 oz while weight determines structural performance. It also flags that 6 of 23 products lack Latex compatibility and that flame listings vary, with only UltraBlockout Banner Pro grades carrying five certifications.

    Signage & Display#Material Compliance#Process & Yield
Sep 29Tue
  1. ISA - International Sign Association38

    Sign MFG Day 2026 Draws Nearly 50 North American Sign Companies and One South African Firm to Host Students

    Nearly 50 companies across North America and one in South Africa will open their shops to high school, technical and community college students for Sign MFG Day 2026 on Friday, Oct. 2. Created by the International Sign Association with the National Association of Manufacturers, the event has led to job shadowing, internship programs and full-time hires, and connects sign companies with local educators for ongoing job placement. ISA President and CEO Lori Anderson said the 2026 event is expected to build on past success as older workers retire.

    Signage & Display#Other
Sep 28Mon
  1. Composites Manufacturing Magazine48

    ACMA North American Pultrusion Conference Returns to Chicago, April 13–15, 2027, with EPTA and WPC

    The American Composites Manufacturers Association will hold its North American Pultrusion Conference on April 13–15, 2027, in downtown Chicago, in collaboration with EPTA and WPC. The three-day event is expected to draw 200+ industry leaders, customers, OEMs, and suppliers, with two keynotes and an onsite exhibit hall covering pultrusion standards, technology, and trends.

    Automotive & Composites#Other
  2. Composites Manufacturing Magazine38

    FRP in Sustainable Buildings Program Opens AIA 2027 Participation for FRP Manufacturers

    The FRP in Sustainable Buildings Program is offering FRP manufacturers participation opportunities at the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2027, held May 19–22, 2027, in Philadelphia, PA. Participating companies can reach architects, specifiers, designers, and building officials through educational programming, product visibility, and networking. An informational webinar on participation opportunities is scheduled for November 18, 2026, from 1:00–1:45 p.m. ET.

    Automotive & Composites#Other#Material Compliance
Sep 27Sun
Sep 18Fri
Sep 17Thu
  2. ISA - International Sign Association38

    ISA Converge Connects National Sign and Graphics Companies with Suppliers in Nashville, Oct. 28–30

    ISA Converge will bring purchasing decision-makers from national sign and graphics companies together with suppliers and distributors on Oct. 28–30 at Virgin Hotels Nashville. The limited-attendance event uses small group supplier showcases, followed by buyer-selected follow-up meetings based on sourcing priorities. Participation is restricted to eligible ISA National Sign and Graphics Company and Supplier/Distributor members.

    Signage & Display#Other
Sep 15Tue
Sep 9Wed
  1. ISA - International Sign Association28

    ISA BuildU Workshop at American Sign Museum Teaches Full Sign-Building Process

    ISA BuildU, presented by Yorston & Associates, brings its one-day hands-on sign-building workshop to Cincinnati's American Sign Museum on October 6. The expert-led program covers the entire sign process—concept, material selection, fabrication, installation, and project management—combining classroom sessions with interactive build stations. It targets fabricators, project managers, owners, designers, and sales professionals; registration is open, with BuildU Dallas planned for December.

    Signage & Display#Other
Sep 5Sat
Sep 1Tue
  1. Risk & Progress (J.K. Lundblad / Incautious Optimism)3

    Risk & Progress Explores a Job-Free Future

    Risk & Progress has published an essay examining a job-free future, framed within its stated mission to explore risk, human progress, and human potential. The piece appears under the publication's free-subscription model, with paid subscribers receiving access to the full archive and the Pathways of Progress series. The available source text does not disclose specific companies, materials, equipment, or technical metrics.

    Technical Textiles#Other
Aug 28Fri
Aug 27Thu
Aug 26Wed
  2. Tengiz28

    The Boeing 787 main wheel brake assembly uses four electric brake actuators per wheel, replacing the hydraulic pistons traditionally used to apply braking force. The actuators convert electrical commands into mechanical force that clamps the carbon brake discs to generate braking torque, and the system also provides real-time carbon-disc wear information to the cockpit.

    QuotingTengiz@tengizlab

    The Boeing 787 uses electrically actuated carbon brakes on its main landing gear. Instead of hydraulic pistons, electric brake actuators use motors and gear mechanisms to press the carbon brake discs together. The discs rotate with the wheels, and the braking force converts the aircraft's kinetic energy into heat, slowing the aircraft. The brake assembly includes the carbon discs, torque tube, actuator carrier, electric actuators and electrical connections. The system also monitors carbon-disc wear, allowing brake-condition information to be provided to the cockpit.

    Automotive & Composites#Material Innovation#Other
Aug 21Fri
Aug 20Thu
  1. ISA - International Sign Association12

    ISA Launches Content Collective for Sign and Graphics Industry Member Insights

    ISA has launched the Content Collective, a group of ISA members who regularly contribute real-world experiences, practical advice and business insights on topics affecting the sign, graphics, print, wrap and visual communications industry. A few times each year, ISA sends contributors a short set of questions, and members choose which to answer with brief responses that ISA compiles into articles, newsletters and other content. Participants must be employed by an ISA member company or an affiliated association.

    Signage & Display#Other
Aug 10Mon
  1. Katherine Soucie (Sans Soucie)30

    Designer Katherine Soucie Tests Cheekyarn Loop8 Recycled Yarn in Sock-Waste Upcycling

    Katherine Soucie has tested Cheekyarn's Loop8 recycled yarn as a structural component in upcycled textiles built from recycled wool-blend sock waste sourced from J Alex Swift. In her trials, Loop8 remained visible and structurally present through wet and dry felting, unlike wool yarns that merged into the sock material. The 8-ply yarn proved slightly too large for the needle eye of her Merrow Crochet Purl Edge machine, so she adapted with hand stitching.

    Technical Textiles#Material Innovation#Process & Yield
Aug 8Sat
  1. https://www.ledsignboardz.com/15

    LED Neon Sign Company, a manufacturer and fabricator based in Hyderabad, Telangana, produces 3D acrylic signage boards, liquid LED signage, LED and neon sign boards, ACP sign boards and cladding, and aluminium channel letters. Its product range also covers SS, gold and platinum metal letters, front-lit, back-lit, halo-lit and edge-lit letters, building and corporate signage, hoarding, pylon and totem signage, indoor and outdoor signage, and LED video walls and digital displays.

    Signage & Display#Other
Aug 7Fri
Aug 3Mon
  1. Risk & Progress (J.K. Lundblad / Incautious Optimism)2

    Risk & Progress Publishes "Paying You to Live" Essay on Risk and Human Progress

    Risk & Progress has published "Paying You to Live," an essay exploring risk, human progress, and individual potential. The publication states its mission is to educate, inspire, and invest in concepts promoting a better future for all, with free subscriptions and paid tiers offering full archive access and Pathways of Progress.

    Technical Textiles#Other
Jul 29Wed
  1. Textile Tales (Megan Sharkey)8

    Textile Tales in STRUCTURE Features Sheer Structures by Do Ho Suh and Harmony Hammond's 1980 'Hunker Time'

    Textile Tales in STRUCTURE presents works by Do Ho Suh, known for sheer structures, alongside Harmony Hammond's 1980 piece 'Hunker Time' and a birds nest made from paper. The feature also includes ballet shoe industrial offcuts by Isabel Fletcher and Daniel Graffin's 1995 Wind Sculpture, plus original structured textiles.

    Technical Textiles#Other
  2. ISA - International Sign Association18

    ISA Highlights August Affiliate Events Including Tri-State Sign Association 2026 Sign Expo and Northeast States Sign Association Table Top Event

    The International Sign Association is directing sign and graphics professionals to August affiliate events, including the Tri-State Sign Association 2026 Sign Expo on Aug. 4-6 and the Northeast States Sign Association Table Top Event on Aug. 12. Sign Association of Canada regional golf tournaments run throughout August, and the ISA Events Calendar lists the full schedule of affiliate meetings, trade shows, and educational sessions.

    Signage & Display#Other
Jul 27Mon
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