Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) was held in the US from October 18 to 21, 2016. IFAI expo is the largest display of specialty fabrics and technical textiles in the US. Attendees were treated to four days of product demonstrations, education, networking, exhibits and awards recognizing industry achievement.

IFAI is a member-owned, member-driven trade association representing the global industrial fabrics industry. It provides events, publications, education, networking, business resources, industry advocacy and more. It works with members to provide sourcing solutions and referrals throughout the sales and production cycle. Its divisions provide market-specific activities and benefits to members.

Providing the global industry with news and information, IFAI publishes trade magazines, digital publications and industry guides to provide continued growth and awareness of the specialty fabrics, technical textiles and geo synthetic markets. The event gave exhibitors an opportunity to listen to the customer. It combines textile industry experts, manufacturers, members and attendees to deliver innovative, industry-shaping solutions. The expo covers specialty fabrics, advanced textiles or shade and weather protection.

Attendees also had the chance to earn textile testing certificates from North Carolina State University after completing a special testing course. IFAI expo 2017 will take place from September 26 to 29.