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  • AATCC 2012 International Conference

    • March 21–23, 2012

    The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists will hold their annual conference at Hilton University Place in Charlotte, N.C., U.S.A. Conference will include three educational tracks (Concept 2 Consumer®, chemical applications and materials), poster session, student paper competition and an awards luncheon.

  • IFAI Expo Canada 2012

    • March 29–30, 2012

    The annual IFAI Canada Expo features dedicated exposition hours on the exhibit floor, combined with a compelling and interactive program. The 2012 event will take place at the Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centrein in Mississauga, ON.

  • 2012 SWIFA Convention

    • April 26–28, 2012

    Southwest Industrial Fabrics Association will hold its convention at the Hilton Garden Inn, Austin, Texas, U.S.A. The annual meeting, a market day, walking tour and a golf tournament will be included, as well as a workshop sponsored by PAMA on Friday, April 27: “Value-Added Selling and New Technologies.”

  • IFAI Outlook Conference 2012

    • May 7–8, 2012

    Will be held at the Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, Ga., U.S.A. The premiere leadership forum for the specialty fabrics industry, developed by the United States Industrial Fabrics Institute and the Narrow Fabrics Institute. For information, visit www.usifi.com or www.narrowfabrics.org.

  • The Fiber Society’s Spring 2012 Conference

    • May 23–25, 2012

    Scheduled for the Empa facilities, St. Gallen, Switzerland, with the theme “Fiber Research for Tomorrow’s Applications.” Registration will be online through the Fiber Society website, www.thefibersociety.org. Up-to-date information about the conference, hotel accommodations, travel and more is also available at Empa’s conference website, fs2012empa.ch.

  • Ecoprint Europe Live: 2012

    • September 26–27, 2012

    A new print industry event dedicated to sustainable print production in retail, interiors, POP and packaging will be held in Berlin, Germany, offering attendees a defined and practical guide to implementing and enhancing profitability through a sustainable approach to print. For details, visit www.ecoprintshow.com.

  • IFAI Expo Americas 2012

    • November 7–9, 2012

    Scheduled for the Boston Convention Center in Boston, Mass., U.S.A., to co-locate with JEC Americas 2012. IFAI Expo Americas is the largest specialty fabrics trade show in the Americas. This year marks IFAI’s 100th anniversary, and the celebration will continue throughout the show, culminating with the Chairman’s 100th Anniversary Gala.

  • FABTECH 2012

    • November 12–14, 2012

    The American Welding Society’s metal forming, fabricating, finishing and welding event; the largest in North America, combining four previously independent shows. It will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nev., U.S.A.

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  • Fabric selection

    Sponsored by Fabric Architecture magazine

    To enhance a project site intended for use by the public, designers can turn to the family of specialty fabrics. The "active" or kinetic aspects of fabric, together with their color and festivity, give them a powerful edge over "hard" materials that are inert and often restricted to earth tones.

    Integration: Banners and flags provide colorful and economical ways to dress up a building or boulevard. They can integrate parts of a shopping district attractively and inexpensively. Seasonal decorating, special events and everyday activities provide opportunities for decorating with fabric.

    Color: Brightly colored fabrics don't have to be printed with advertisements to catch an eye and "sell" a business service. A striking color leaves a strong impression.

    Movement: The movement of banners and flags is a major advantage over fixed billboards and signs. When something moves, the eye is inevitably drawn to it.

    Variety: Frequent changes in familiar settings attract attention. Since banners and flags are relatively easy to mount and remove, whole new looks can evolve from simply changing colors.

    Function: Fabric pieces can enhance a variety of locations and are available in many formats for installation across streets, on light poles, on buildings and on flagpoles. They can be one- or two-sided, mounted with rope or cable and come in any shape or size.