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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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The most comprehensive collection of resource materials available for the specialty fabrics industry.
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Click on the logo at left or on this link to go to the official PAMA website:
Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA)
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in FOCUS -- AWNINGS TODAY SPREADING AWARENESS THROUGH VIDEOS & SOCIAL MEDIA
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PAMA Awnings Today campaign continues its social media outreach through the use of videos and YouTube, and now incorporating LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
To date:
- New video on protecting pets from heat and sun by incorporating awnings into your pet care.
- A video testimonial that awnings save cooling energy features a PAMA member’s awning customer and on-site footage.
- Facebook page promoting awnings to homeowners and consumers with a Twitter tie-in.
- Design with Awnings site provides design ideas, sourcing and information about incorporating fabric awnings and canopies into home landscaping and building plans. This special site is geared directly to landscape and architecture professionals.
PAMA is reaching customers where they look for their information, through social networks, online and in print. Join PAMA now and be part of the most exciting promotion ever attempted by IFAI/PAMA.
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Online TODAY –––– PAMA Seeks Awnings Today Sponsors
Awnings Today is expanding its reach and would love for you to help through financial sponsorship.
Opportunities include End Product Manufacturer Sponsorships which includes web listings, logos in the shop locator (buy) section of the Awnings Today website.
We also offer a Supplier / Retractable Awning Manufacturer Sponsorship which includes industry recognition in publications, banner ads, web links and more. For more information contact Michelle Sahlin,+651.225.6948
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why join PAMA ––––
PAMA provides resources and programs for awning manufacturers and suppliers and establishes standards of excellence for business practices, products and craftsmanship.
Your membership delivers valuable benefits for your business
- Opportunity to participate in the awning industry's most ambitious initiative, Awnings Today
- Chance to meet, learn from and collaborate with other awning professionals
- Opportunities for top-notch educational workshops that will help your business grow and prosper
- Unlimited use of a toll-free information central hotline
- Chance to reach architects through the PAMA-exclusive American Institute of Architects accredited education program
- Help addressing building codes and awning design standards
PAMA is open to companies that are current members of IFAI and that manufacture or sell awnings or supply goods and services to the awning industry. For additional details on an PAMA membership, please visit: www.awninginfo.com.
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upcoming EVENTS –––
Get more business at IFAI Expo Americas 2010 - the largest trade show in the Americas devoted to technical and specialty fabrics, 27-29 Oct. 2010 at the Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, FL USA. |
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Boost the impact of your advertising with targeted banner ad
placements. Advertising information for each publication is found on
its landing page. If you would like more information contact sales
today at 800.319.3349.
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Where do I find...
Click icon to join now. IFAI has a LinkedIn group for members...
Network - brainstorm - join the conversation
IFAI Press Releases and Member eNewsletters
Videos about industrial fabrics
Other IFAI websites...
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
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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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Email: info@ifai.com | Phone: 011 651 225 6923 | Toll free (U.S. & Canada): 800 225 4324 | www.ifai.com
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