1. IFAI Expo Summary
Expo Official Title: IFAI Expo 2016
Conference Schedule: Oct 18 (Tue) ~ Oct 19 (Wed)
Expo Schedule: Oct 19 (Wed) ~ Oct 21 (Friday)
Venue: Charlotte Convention Center 501 S College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Organizer: Industrial Fabrics Association International www.ifai.com
Exhibitors: 400 + on specialty fabrics, advanced textiles, shade/weather protection, testing program
2. What is IFAI Expo?
IFAI Expo 2016 is organized by the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) and will take place at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, October 18 - 21. IFAI Expo is the premier industrial fabrics expo in North America featuring:
- The broadest marketplace 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
3. Why is FITI exhibiting @ IFAI Expo 2016?
FITI Testing & Research Institute has been an active international member of IFAI, providing an intuitive understanding of academic development and industry application of new technology. With more than 50 years of expertise in testing and research for the textile industry, FITI Testing & Research Inst. is set out to achieve the following objectives:
Face-to-Face Contact:
- Providing immediate assistance to exhibitors and buyers on technical issues
“One Stop” Shop for Testing Expertise:
- Textile testing ranging from regulatory requirements to quality standards
- Identify and recommend the industry specifications of performance testing
FITI’s Global Supply Chain Management Support:
- FITI’s global network to ranging from Asia to Americas
- State of art analysis equipment and qualified support staffs in the major production regions
- Industry best online QA testing management program called “FITI Connect”
On-site demonstration of testing procedures (in collaboration with NC State, IFAI and 16 other sponsors):
- Moisture Management Tester (MMT, AATCC 195)
- Light-Absorbing/Insulation Performance Testing (FITI TM 0003:2012)
“Advanced Textiles Reception and Student Design Award” (Presenting Sponsor: FITI USA)
- Scheduled for Tuesday October 18, all exhibitors and buyers are welcome to join the main networking event of IFAI Expo 2016
