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Foster and service the fabric and graphics industries by becoming a first source for graphic information, from application to inspiration.

A definitive resource for applying graphics to fabric, enhances opportunities for specialty fabric end product manufacturing companies to increase product offerings through graphic applications while promoting common interests of members of the Fabric Graphics Association.


 
Fabric Graphics Magazine

Fabric Graphics Magazine is the official publication of the Fabric Graphics Association. 

 www.fabricgraphicsmag.com

"Guide to Fabric Substrates for Digital Prining" 2010-2011 Edition is now accepting submissions.  Requirements for listings are:  must be a FGA member company and be the manufacturer of the fabric or hold the fabric "trademark".  Contact FGA Division Manager at +1 651 225 6944 for details.  

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IFAI Certification Program Update – Submit your Intent to Apply today!    

The MFC and IFM certification recognizes individuals for superior knowledge, skills, experience and dedication to excellence in a variety of specialty fabric product and management categories.   The program revisions are nearing completion and IFAI is now accepting Intent to Apply applications.

  

Certification includes the submission of a written project report with essay questions, passing a written exam, and signing of the IFAI Member’s Code of Ethics. In order to enable more candidates to apply and sit for the written exam, IFAI has increased the locations where the exam may be taken. Written exams will be continue to be conducted at the IFAI Expo Americas and other IFAI events but may now also be administered by an MFC that is in your area. 

 

If you are interested in becoming certified you may submit an Intent to Apply form along with a $50 deposit. Upon receipt of this form you will be assigned a mentor to guide you through the process. You will have two years from the date on the Intent to Apply form to submit your application to take the written exam. For additional info rmation on the program or the Intent to Apply process please contact: 

MFC – Fabric Graphics Specialty 
Jan Schieffer
+1 651-225-6944 

IFM – All Specialties
Beth Hungiville
+ 1 651-225-6952
 

 
 

FGA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW SEEKING APPLICANTS.  Candidate must be an employee or a family member of a Fabric Graphics Association member company.  The amount is $2000 and will be awarded in May 2010 for the upcoming school year.  Download the application here:     

IFAI Expo The Americas 2010 - Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida - October 27-29.  Fabric Graphics Symposium is scheduled for Thursday, October 28, 2010 from 10:00 - 1:00 PM.  Visit often for updates.                

The 2010 International Achievement Award (IAA) competition has begun.  Companies may enter online at: www.ifaipublications.com/iaasubmit.  The first 50 companies to enter online will be entered into a drawing to win a free full registration to the 2010 IFAI Expo Americas.   View 2009 International Achievement Award (IAA) Winners at www.ifaipublications/iaa      

 COMING SOON!  TEXTILE AND GRAPHICS RECYCLING SOLUTIONS...WEB LINKS TO RECYCLING CENTERS, SUPPLIER SOURCES FOR RECYLE, REUSE, REPURPOSE PRODUCTS, GENERAL INFORMATION AND MUCH MORE. 

 
 
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Sustainability Partner - Fabric Graphics Association

As a member of the Fabric Graphics Association, a division of the Indusrial Fabrics Association International, we are committed to supporting sustainable business practices of the textile and graphics industry.

We encourage the understanding and implementation of environmentally, socially and economically resposnible programs that support the growth of its member companies.

We work with manufacturers and suppliers to promote products that are environmentally friendly.

We encourage our members to adopt practices that conserve resources and energy in their processes as well as minimize the use of harmful chemicals.

We encourage members to design their products to lower the use of energy throughout the life span of the product.

We encourage members to look for opportunities to apply sustainable practices throughout their entire organizations not just on the plant floor.

Sincerely,

Tony Schmitt, Optima Graphics

Fabric Graphics Association Chairman