• Big machines equal big decisions

    Big machines equal big decisions

    Marine fabricators invest in big machines to improve efficiency, increase production and maintain competitiveness. Of course, these large investments are not simple decisions due to the high upfront costs, required training to operate and ongoing maintenance expenses. Fabricators need to mitigate the risks of large machine investments through a combination of operational strategies, financial planning and even phased integration.

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  • New Mexico appeals preliminary injunction on PFAS labeling rule

    October 22, 2026Industry News, News

    New Mexico appealed a preliminary injunction against the state’s PFAS labeling requirement Oct. 16. The preliminary injunction was issued by U.S. District Judge [...]

  • Certification announcement featuring a blue and red layout with text highlighting ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D, emphasizing quality and craftsmanship.

    Chicago Marine Canvas earns ISO 9001, AS9100D certifications

    October 22, 2026Industry News, News

    Chicago Marine Canvas announced Oct. 16 that the shop’s quality management system (QMS) has achieved ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certification. “It represents another [...]

  • A man in a blue shirt stands confidently with arms crossed, in front of shelves filled with colorful marine fabrication patterns.

    Succession planning 101

    October 21, 2026Business, Shop Talk

    Steve Frost, former CEO and current senior advisor of Stamford Tent & Event Services. Photo: Christopher Beauchamp Any successful business eventually catches the [...]

  • Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 app now available

    October 19, 2026ATA News, Expo News, News

    The Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 app is available to download now on the App Store and Google Play. The app allows attendees to [...]

  • Logo featuring the text "Advanced Textiles EXPO," with bold colors: red, green, and blue, arranged around a prominent black "PO."

    Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 digital guide now available

    October 13, 2026ATA News, Expo News, News

    Advanced Textiles Association released the digital edition of the Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 Show Guide, detailing everything attendees need to know about this [...]

  • Deep navy fabric with a glossy finish, featuring a folded edge revealing a contrasting white underside.

    Classic marine color

    October 13, 2026News, Products

    SG fabrics come with a soft backing for an extra level of scratch and scuff protection. Photo: WeatherMAX® The WeatherMAX® Surface Guard (SG) [...]

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