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AATCC is the world’s leading not-for-profit association serving textile professionals since 1921. AATCC is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, N.C., USA, providing test method development, quality control materials, and professional networking for thousands of members in 60 countries throughout the world.
These goals are achieved through the activities of our three interest groups - Chemical Applications, Concept 2 Consumer®, and Materials - by our Committee and Section activities, and through our award-winning magazine and peer-reviewed journal,AATCC Review.

ASTM International

Textile Standards ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy. Committee D13 ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles was formed in 1914. D13 meets twice a year, in January and June, with approximately 100 members attending three days of technical meetings. The Committee has 535 members and currently has jurisdiction of 339 standards, published in the Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Volumes 7.01 and 7.02.

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A textile technologist, chemist to be more precise. Have taken up responsibilities with AATCC and ASTM International to provide technical and support services to members and member prospects. Involved in QA systems implementation for Textile producers. Work with some of the top rated technicians in the world. We are Rated very highly Globally. I share my knowledge and experience ( Episteme and Techne)with the industry. Conduct Training programs for AATCC and ASTM Intl. In addition design and deliver tailor made programs and deliver lectures. Love to drive in search of desolate and exotic locations, where the air is clean , water in pure and nature is still natural. Ironically I Love gadgets and gizmo's and experimenting with new hardware and software. Life is not perfect , but it is interesting. Imperfections make life worth living. A perfect system is no challenge to the body , mind and soul.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Textile Industry News from USA

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Fabric Copyright Decision May Bolster Upholstery Makers IP Protection

According to a report in Furniture Today the U.S. Copyright Office has granted copyrights to three microfiber patterns for upholstery fabrics. It is being characterized as a landmark decision that might deter future knockoffs of previously unprotected patterns.

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Bedspread May Hold Key to Solving Murder of Girl

The National Textile Association USA has been contacted by an investigator in the case of a little girl murdered over twenty years ago , in identifying the bedspread depicted in the attached photo.

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Identifying certain details about this bedspread could provide investigator’s the necessary leads in identifying a potential suspect.
April Tinsley’s tragic story recently aired on John Walsh’s Americas Most Wanted. If you wish to learn more about this case and see the bedspread we are attempting to identify, please visit the America's Most Wanted website www.amw.com/fugitives/case.cfm?id=64668

Closing Of Textile Plant Marks Passing Of Already-Bygone Era

Boston's WBUR radio station reports on Cranston Print Works. Listen to the story at wbur.org/2009/05/28/factory-shutdown.

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