OptiTex will be exhibiting at the IFAI Expo Americas 2012. The trade event, which is planned for November 7-9, 2012 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Mass., is the largest event of its kind. Exhibits include the most ...
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History Sofas date to Greek and Roman times when they were used more for reclining while eating than sitting. Originally covered in fabric, leather has been used as an upholstery material for couches since the Renaissance period. Spanish ...
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Four BRIC countries (India, China, Brazil and Russia) and a few other Latin American countries like Mexico have proved to be the 'Knight in Shining Armour' for embattled luxury home textile producers and brands across the world following ...
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In its first year of entry DyStar has gained a second position in the prestigious Parivartan Sustainable Leadership awards DyStar participated in the “Sustainability stewardship - innovation in shaping sustainability in Supply ...
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Trendway Designs,LLC announced the opening of their online store,where distinctive and stylish patterns and designs are available for download.Artwork files are available for use in textile–apparel,upholstery,home goods—and ...
Indian automobile manufacturer Tata Motors has launched the Aria Pure LX,the revamped version of the Aria in India. Powered by a BS-IV grade 2.2L Dicor petrol engine the SUV produces an output of about 140PS(140hp)and 320Nm(236lbft)of ...
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The 2013 BMW Z4 has been revealed ahead of the updated roadster's official unveiling at next month's Detroit motor show. The mid-life upgrade introduces a handful of subtle exterior tweaks and cabin refinements to the BMW Z4 range,along ...
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Evonik Industries marked the roof-topping phase of construction for its hydrogen peroxide plant in Jilin, China, with a ceremony on October 19, 2012. Situated in the northeast of the country, the plant is due to go online in late 2013 with ...
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WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Manufacturer Palliser Furniture has promoted industry veteran Cary Benson to president, with responsibility for all functions. He will report to Art DeFehr, who remains CEO of the parent ...
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Johnston Textiles Inc. (JTI) has added the top 25 colors of its popular Interweave collection to its Lead Program of delivering fabrics in two-days to two-weeks of order. This is a follow up to the Odyssey Collection that kicked off the ...
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The BMW M6 Gran Coupe has been officially unveiled ahead of its world premiere at the 2013 Detroit motor show in January. The BMW M6 Gran Coupe becomes the third model in the flagship M6 performance family,joining the Coupe and ...
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The high-performance Mini Paceman JCW has been officially revealed ahead of its world premiere at the 2013 Detroit motor show in January. The three-door Mini John Cooper Works Paceman will launch in Australia from the middle of next ...
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The old saying"penny wise and pound foolish"can certainly be applied to home decorating.Putting your budget and money towards investments is wiser than skimping on the big decorative elements and splurging on trendy accents.When it comes to ...
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Top ten sustainable textile trends, with the potential to influence eco thinking of the future highlighted by WGSN Materials team: 1. Compress fibres to produce new eco materials 2. Luxury unwaste redefines recycling 3. Changing the ...
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Images Courtesy of Wexler Gallery Left to Right: Baskets of Knowledge,Kete Tuauri,2009 Aluminium with rivets,shrouds hand sanded PETG plastic 33 1/2 X 82 1/2 inches Baskets of Knowledge,Kete Tuaatea,2009 Hand sanded ...
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