Industrial Fabrics Association International

IFAI is the only trade association in the world representing the entire specialty fabrics/technical textiles industry, a world market estimated at $120 billion in 2010. We support nearly 2,000 member companies in 11 defined market niches and three country sectors; sponsor the largest industry tradeshow in the Americas, IFAI Expo; and publish seven trade magazines and buyers guides.

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International Impact - We recognize the important work and impact of members internationally and strive to create a global network to promote awareness and understanding of the international marketplace including our annual Advanced Textiles European-U.S. Entrepreneur Networking Conference held annually. The 2009 event was held in Brussels, Belgium.

Trade Events Represent Unequaled Exposure - IFAI's integrated marketing program allows you to reap the benefits by joining the association through exhibiting at EXPO and advertising in our market-targeted margazines. We have special Perk Packages tailored to your company requirements.

Education Conferences & Academic Partnerships - IFAI is currently partnering with North Carolina State University TexED to offer Textile Fundamentals eLearning modeuls for your distane learning needs. In addition, during every EXPO event, numerous symposium and educational workshops are held to further the professional development of our members.

IFAI STRATEGIC PARTNER DIRECTORY (last revised: 29 April 2010)

Please click here to download a PDF version of the latest IFAI strategic partner directory. (File size 76k)

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Other IFAI websites...

Automotive Materials Association (AMA)

Fabric Graphics Association (FGA)

Fabric Structures Association (FSA)

Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA)

Marine Fabricators Association (MFA)

Narrow Fabrics Institute (NFI)

Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA)

Safety and Protective Products Division (SPPD)

Tent Rental Division (TRD)

Tarp Association (TCTA)

United States Industrial Fabrics Institute (USIFI)

IFAI Canada

IFAI Japan

IFAI/Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand

Outlook Conference

IFAI's Advanced Textiles '10 conference - Paris

IFAI Expo Americas 2010 - Orlando

IFAI Expo Asia 2011 - Singapore

Geo-Frontiers 2011 - Dallas

Awnings Today - Consumers

Design With Awnings - Landscapers

Got a sourcing question?

Contact IFAI INFO CENTRAL at 800 328 4324 (US & Canada) or +1 651 225 6935.

Learn how IFAI can help you!

Read the Member Spotlight in every issue of Specialty Fabrics Review magazine.

This month's feature:

Michael Ciferri Jr. gets tough to enhance profits
Michael Ciferri Jr. of Donovan Enterprises boosts truck cover and tarp sales despite the sluggish economy.

The annual Review Buyer’s Guide is your comprehensive guide to products, services, equipment and supplies for the specialty fabrics industry.

Events coming up...
2010 MFA Great Lakes Workshops 15-17 Oct 2010 - Traverse City, MI USA Advanced Textiles Conference 2010 26-27 Oct. at IFAI Expo Americas 2010
Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, FL USA
IFAI Expo Americas 2010 - 27-29 Oct. - Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL USA

The 98th IFAI Annual Meeting - 8:00-8:45 am, 27 October -Room N320 -
Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, FL during IFAI Expo Americas 2010

MFA National Convention 2011 - 21-23 Jan. 2011 - San Diego, CA USA IFAI Tent Expo 2011 - 24-27 Jan. - St. Pete Beach, FL USA Geo-Frontiers 2011 - 13-15 March - Dallas, TX USA IFAI Expo Asia 2011 -22-25 March - Singapore Outlook Conference 2011 - 2-3 May - White Sulphur Springs, WV USA

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Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) | 1801 County Road B West - Roseville, MN 55113 USA
Email: info@ifai.com | Phone: 011 651 225 6923 | Toll free (U.S. & Canada): 800 225 4324 | www.ifai.com