IFAI Expo 2017 is organized by the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) and takes place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA, September 26–29. IFAI is thrilled to offer you the premier industrial fabrics expo in North America. This is the place to see new and innovative products, learn from the experts, meet influential industry leaders and more.
- Connecting thousands of attendees with more than 400 exhibitors
- Global connections and networking through events, education and meetings
- Comprehensive programming to generate ideas, provide solutions and promote business growth
- Numerous experiences showcasing the breadth and innovation of the industry
The IFAI Expo is being held in Charlotte, NC USA
Date: October 18-21 2016
IFAI Expo is a dynamic event experience combining textile industry experts, manufacturers, members and attendees to deliver innovative, industry-shaping solutions. Whether your business is specialty fabrics, advanced textiles or shade and weather protection, IFAI Expo can take you to the next level.
The inaugural Fire Resistant Textiles & Fibre Conference will be held in Melbourne, Australia in November 2016.
2016 Fire Resistant Textiles & Fibre Conference will be an open forum presenting the latest science, technology, design and manufacturing techniques for fire resistant fibres, textiles, coatings and finishes for the protection of people, property and the environment.Testing, management and compliance of fire resistant characteristics in fibres and textile to reduce risk to the greatest extent possible will also be explored.
India is the 2nd fastest growing major economy in the world and inspite of the global economic scenario, the Building Construction & Infrastructure industry in India continues to boom.
Pre-engineered Buildings/Factories, Airport modernization / new airports projects, Metro Rail, New Hotel / Resorts, IT Parks, Retail Malls, Hypermarkets, Multiplexes, Integrated Townships etc are still buzzwords today in India's booming Building Construction & Infrastructure industry.
The Roof India Exhibition is Asia's largest Roofing & Allied Products Event andprovides the ideal platform for the building construction and infrastructure industry fraternity to converge, network and strike lucrative business deals and establish business partnerships & joint ventures.
Geelong, Australia, 3 to 6 November 2015
ATC is one of the world-leading conferences in the textile and fibre field and takes place biannually at Asian countries in turn.
For more information visit their website: Asian Textile Conference
ATC are extremely fortunate to be able to bring together highly respected members of the global textile and fibre research community to enrich the knowledge exchange at this important conference. Keynote speakers for the 13th Asian Textile Conference include:
Design and Practical Realisation of Architectural Membrane Structures
This workshop takes place in Berlin from May 11-13 2015. It ties in well with the Frankfurt from May 4-7 2015
Once again, the organizers have successfully arranged an interesting workshop programme. Following the presentations in the mornings, you can take part in the interactive hands-on afternoon sessions on Architectural Membrane Structures with experts from all over the world. As usual, technet GmbH is one of the main sponsors of the workshop and we are looking forward to meeting you in Berlin. technet GmbH is an LSAA member.
Leading International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwovens
Techtextil is the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. With over 1,300 exhibitors from 48 countries and around 27,500 visitors from 97 different nations, Techtextil amounts to the world's central marketing and sourcing platform for users and manufacturers of technical textiles and nonwovens.
Why not take advantage of the opportunity to visit the show from 4 to 7 May 2015, to meet a host of international business contacts and to experience this centre of innovation in Frankfurt am Main at first hand?
For more information please visit: techtextil website
Workshop 2011 - Design of Tension Shadecloth Shade Structures

Supported by Engineers Australia for CPD Credits
Tensioned membrane structures have become an important structural form for both large span roof structures as well as for smaller covered areas which also serve as an architectural statement. This seminar is an opportunity to learn about the basic structural design parameters, material selection, fabrication and erection techniques.
IABSE IASS Symposium 2011 - "Taller Longer Lighter"
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