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06/05/2026

Textile testing question: does the detergent used in laundering evaluations matter?

Yes. In standardized textile testing, detergent is one of the variables that can affect consistency.

AATCC Standard Reference Powder Detergent is designed for textile testing applications and is available with brightener and without optical brightener/WOB.

Learn more or order through AATCC: https://loom.ly/6tua_pE

06/05/2026

🌊Registration is open for PTP7 Moisture Management. Textile testing labs have until June 15 to register for this year’s AATCC Moisture Management Proficiency Testing Program.

This program gives participating labs the opportunity to benchmark results, evaluate testing performance, and support ongoing quality initiatives.

Don’t miss the annual registration deadline.

📅Register by June 15: www.aatcc.org/ptp

06/04/2026

Be a part of our Color Management Workshop tailored for merchandisers, retailers, and designers! Discover key color principles, how lighting influences perception, palette creation, and digital color application. With limited spots, be sure to register early to claim your spot!

Your registration covers meals and essential resources. AATCC members receive a discount. Register by June 1, 2026, to enjoy early-bird rates! 🔗https://loom.ly/WxZLHRQ

05/31/2026

We’re proud to be a for the ATA - Advanced Textiles Association Outlook Conference—starting today!

Join us to connect with industry leaders and explore what’s next in textiles and apparel—from testing and quality to innovation and sustainability.

Register with code OC26SONM for a discount: https://loom.ly/ZGiDJ0o

See you there!

05/28/2026

AATCC is proud to serve as a for the ATA - Advanced Textiles Association Outlook Conference this year! It’s a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders, learn what’s next for textiles and apparel, and join the conversations shaping innovation, performance, and progress across our global supply chain.

Whether you’re focused on testing, quality assurance, product development, sustainability, or compliance, Outlook is where ideas turn into action—and we’d love to see AATCC members and colleagues represented. Be sure to attend the event!!

Ready to register? Use code OC26SONM for discounted registration.

Learn more and sign up here: https://loom.ly/ZGiDJ0o

05/27/2026

On June 3, we’re bringing together two leaders who are shaping the future of AI in apparel—each from a different but deeply connected part of the value chain.

Todd Morgan has spent his career modernizing textile and apparel manufacturing. From leading global Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to driving adoption of AI‑powered ERP and digital solutions, Todd has helped organizations transform the way they plan, schedule, and ensure quality. His insights into AI for operational excellence are grounded, practical, and proven.

Matthew Forman has been innovating at the intersection of fashion and technology for more than two decades. His work in AI‑driven creative workflows—including garment visualization and photo‑to‑CAD conversion—helps brands reduce development time while improving clarity and consistency across design teams.

Their combined perspectives offer a rare end‑to‑end view of how AI is reshaping both creative and operational functions in apparel. This session will be rich with real examples, practical takeaways, and a clear roadmap for applying AI today.

Register here today: https://loom.ly/0QInBaU

05/26/2026

AATCC is proud to be a for the ATA - Advanced Textiles Association Outlook Conference this year! This is your chance to be part of the conversations driving innovation and progress across our industry.

Planning to register? Use code OC26SONM for discounted registration! Visit https://loom.ly/ZGiDJ0o for more details.

05/22/2026

🌊PTP7 Moisture Management registration closes June 15. Is your lab participating in this year’s moisture management proficiency testing round?

AATCC Proficiency Testing Programs give textile testing labs the opportunity to compare results with hundreds of other labs while supporting certification and continuous improvement efforts.

💧PTP7 includes moisture management methods for absorbency, liquid moisture management, vertical and horizontal wicking, drying time, drying rate, and water v***r transmission.

Register by June 15: https://loom.ly/6ItmNxc

05/20/2026

AI is no longer the future of apparel. It’s happening right now!

From first sketch to final stitch, AI is transforming how the apparel industry designs, plans, schedules, and delivers quality products faster and smarter.

Join us on June 3, 2026 | 2:00–3:30 PM EST for a virtual C2C session exploring the real-world impact of AI across the apparel value chain lead by Matt Forman with Zydat, Inc and Todd Morgan with Infopine.

Perfect for:
Design & creative teams • Product developers • Operations leaders • Executives evaluating AI • Anyone curious about practical AI applications in apparel

You’ll leave with a clearer roadmap for applying AI across both creative and operational functions.

👉 Register now: https://loom.ly/0QInBaU

June 3, 2026, 2:00PM – 3:30 PM EST, Virtual In this C2C session, we’ll explore how AI is transforming the apparel retail and brand value chain from early creative development to downstream operational ex*****on. Industry leaders Matt Forman (Zydat Inc.) and Todd Morgan (Infopine) will share real...

05/18/2026

Would you like the opportunity to step inside one of America’s longest-running textile mills?

As Draper Knitting marks 170 years of craftsmanship, innovation, and family legacy, the company is opening its doors to the AATCC New England Section for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour—followed by a networking reception.

What you’ll experience:
• Historic and modern machinery operating side by side
• Multiple fabric formation methods under one roof
• Technical and traditional textiles, from everyday blends to performance applications
• A look at how manufacturing heritage and today’s technology intersect

Open to AATCC members, non-members, students, and anyone interested in textile manufacturing. Non-members are encouraged to attend and learn how AATCC membership can expand your network and keep you connected to textile innovation.

Register here: https://loom.ly/jieA_ss