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06/04/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Textile Apparel Group (TAG) Conference, taking place July 21-23 in Philadelphia, Pa.

Hosted by SEAMS members National Industries for the Blind and SourceAmerica, the annual conference brings together nonprofit manufacturers, government customers and industry partners from across the textile and apparel supply chain to collaborate, share insights and strengthen support for the AbilityOne Program.

Attendees will explore ways to enhance production capabilities, address supply chain challenges and create new opportunities for mission-driven manufacturing through educational sessions, panel discussions and networking events.

NEW for 2026: A mini-expo will be held Wednesday afternoon, providing exhibitors with an additional opportunity to connect with industry stakeholders. Reserve your table today.

📍 The Westin Philadelphia
📅 July 21-23, 2026

Be sure to book your hotel early. The room block closes June 21.

Book room here: https://tinyurl.com/3dyd24ns

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4tpwwm6d

Agenda here: https://tinyurl.com/5n734uwj

Sponsor here: https://tinyurl.com/3khd2pv7

Contact Donielle Lorelli, [email protected] or 703-209-5512.

06/04/2026

Mid-Atlantic Sewing Factory space available for lease

Soon to be available: 3,000 – 14,000 square feet of factory space in Essex, Baltimore County, Maryland, previously used for woven and knit apparel sewing production. Amenities include spreading tables, 240 volt 3-phase feed rail, two air compressors, LED lighting, loading dock, dry sprinkler and security systems and abundant natural light. In storage are countless old sewing machine parts and accessories, including needles, K-legs, tabletops, thread stands, folders, bobbin winders, etc.

The location is close to Interstate 95, Baltimore beltway 695, Dundalk Marine Terminal, Tradepoint Atlantic, Baltimore-Washington International Airport and Martin State Airport. The landlord is responsive and conscientious, and the address is 620-626 Franklin Avenue, Baltimore (Essex), Maryland 21221.

For full description and images, please visit www.moxil.com, or contact Dan at [email protected], or via voice / text at 410 375-4766.

06/03/2026

SEAMS is well represented this week at the Furniture Manufacturing Expo (FME) at the Charlotte Convention Center. Four members — Dunlap Industries Inc, Lectra, Sewn Products Equipment Company (SPEC) and Zund — are showcasing the technologies, equipment and services that help power furniture and textile manufacturing across the United States.

FME, which runs today and Thursday, is the only trade show in North America dedicated exclusively to furniture manufacturing suppliers, bringing together manufacturers, equipment providers, technology companies and service partners from across the industry. This year's event marks the show's move to Charlotte, expanding its reach and accessibility for furniture manufacturers nationwide. The expo also features educational sessions and the latest innovations in manufacturing, automation, materials and supply chain solutions.

05/31/2026

🎭 Join SEAMS in New Orleans this September!

Registration is open for the 2026 SEAMS Fall Networking Conference, Sept. 15-17, at the Astor Crowne Plaza in the heart of New Orleans. Located at the corner of Canal and Bourbon streets, this year's event combines industry insight, business connections and the unforgettable culture of the Crescent City.

Under the theme Innovation – Education – Transformation, attendees will enjoy:

• Informative industry sessions
• Dynamic speakers and panelists
• Networking Reception at Antoine's
• Networking Lunch
• WOVEN Women's Soiree
• Special Mardi Gras World event (spouses and significant others welcome!)

Whether you're looking to build new relationships, strengthen existing partnerships or stay ahead of industry trends, this is an event you won't want to miss.

📍 Book your hotel: https://tinyurl.com/frjc8dpr
📝 Register today: https://tinyurl.com/3we9uwat
🤝 Sponsorship opportunities available: https://tinyurl.com/3uup8ct4
📅 View the agenda: https://tinyurl.com/4e87nuze

05/31/2026

News from SEAMS member Coville, Inc.

Congratulations to SEAMS member Coville on announcing key leadership promotions as the company celebrates its 50th year of operations.

Tyler Henson has been named President after nearly a decade with the company, where he has helped drive product development, operational improvements and technical innovation, including Coville's first U.S. fabric patent in more than 30 years.

The company also promoted Morgan Absher to Director of Sales & Customer Service, reinforcing Coville's commitment to customer support, responsiveness and program ex*****on.

Henson, a graduate of NC State University Wilson College of Textiles with a B.S. in Textile Engineering, has spent nearly a decade with Coville in roles spanning product development and manufacturing operations. He has led process and operational improvements across the business and played a key role in advancing the company’s technical capabilities, including the development of Coville’s first U.S. fabric patent in more than 30 years. His experience across knitting, dyeing, and finishing operations positions him to lead continued ex*****on in performance-driven textile programs.
Absher will oversee customer relationships and order ex*****on, with responsibility for responsiveness, communication, and program coordination. She brings experience across the knit fabric supply chain, enabling alignment between development, production, and delivery. Her promotion reinforces Coville’s focus on consistent ex*****on and customer support across ongoing programs.

Michael Gutschmit, previous President, will continue to play an active role with the company as Head of Corporate Development and as a member of the Board of Directors. In this position, he will focus on long-term growth initiatives and will support the continued evolution of the business.

“This step comes as Coville marks its 50th year of operations,” said Don Trexler, Chairman. “It reflects the strength of our organization and our confidence in the company’s future and capabilities. Tyler and Morgan represent our next generation of leadership, and we are well positioned to continue supporting our customers and partners in the years ahead.”

Congratulations to Tyler, Morgan and the entire Coville team on this exciting next chapter.

05/25/2026

Today, SEAMS honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the courage, dedication and selflessness of those who gave their lives to protect the freedoms we cherish. Their legacy lives on through the strength and resilience of the American spirit.

SEAMS is proud to support and advocate for the U.S. sewn products and textile industry — an industry deeply connected to serving our military, our communities and our country.

We remember. We honor. We thank you. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Non-Profit has Surplus Sleeping Bag Insulation FOR SALE

SEAMS member SourceAmerica, an Ability One Program Central Non-Profit Agency, has an affiliated Non-Profit located in the West Texas area that has Sleeping Bag Insulation material FOR SALE.

The first quality Sleeping Bag insulation material was purchased in 2019/2020 and is in original bags consisting of two Climashield types made by Harvest CI, Inc.

a. 46 x 60 YD 4 oz/SY
b. 47 x 61 YD 3.6 oz/SY
c. Total of 150+ rolls

To respond please forward your full contact info to the contact below and the nonprofit will contact you with details.

If Interested, Contact Gary, senior account representative – NPA Product Support at SourceAmerica at [email protected].

05/23/2026

SEAMS member Infopine is helping textile manufacturers move beyond spreadsheet-driven planning with its iTexClouds Intelligent Planning Engine — an AI-assisted scheduling layer designed to work with existing ERP systems without disruption.

Built specifically for textile manufacturing, iTexClouds helps planners optimize schedules using real-world constraints, priorities and capacity data while keeping humans in the loop for full visibility and control. Approved schedules are written directly back into the ERP system for seamless integration.

According to Infopine, manufacturers using iTexClouds can reduce time spent planning and re-planning by 25–60%, improve equipment utilization by 10–20%, and reduce expedites and overtime by 15–30%. The platform is designed for fast implementation and easy adoption — without replacing an existing ERP system.

Infopine notes that iTexClouds is backed by more than 30 years of textile manufacturing and operations experience and is built by operators who understand how plants run. Features include secure, role-based access and data governance, with implementation timelines measured in weeks — not months.

As part of a special SEAMS offer, pricing starts at $2,500 per month for up to five users. Companies can also schedule a 30-minute demo to see how the platform can improve scheduling, reduce hidden costs and strengthen delivery performance.

To learn more or schedule a demo, contact Todd Morgan at 336-423-8487 or [email protected].

Learn more: https://infopine.com/itexclouds/

Watch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Rrur-VifOE

05/23/2026

Knit sportswear cut and sew facility in central North Carolina available for lease. Existing equipment in place to produce about 600 dozen t-shirts a week. Other equipment in place allows the inclusion of some pockets, shorts, hoodies and Henleys.

Main cut, sew and office area is 20,000 sq ft. There is an additional 5,000 sq ft of warehouse space available at the moment though that is subject to change.

Some existing contract work could possibly be available to lessee.

Inquiries to Mike Jones at Granite Knitwear.
704-798-5426
[email protected]

05/15/2026

SEAMS' ORIGIN USA tour highlights challenges — and opportunities — of rebuilding U.S. manufacturing

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