About this expo
The Advanced Textiles Expo, formerly known as IFAI Expo, is an annual B2B trade show dedicated to the industrial, specialty, and advanced textiles sector. Scheduled from November 3 to 5, 2026, with education sessions commencing on November 2, 2026, the event takes place in Orlando, Florida, USA, at the Orange County Convention Center (West Building). Organized by the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), this expo is co-located with Sun Shading Expo North America, creating a comprehensive experience for attendees.
The exhibition serves as a crucial platform for exhibitors to showcase a wide array of products and solutions, including equipment, fabrics, computer software, testing products, fibers, findings/components/hardware, and awning systems. Specific categories span chemicals, coatings, compounds, end products, equipment and tools, fabrics, fibers, films, hardware, findings, accessories, and various services. The target audience comprises professionals such as CEOs, engineers, designers, manufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, and R&D managers, with attendee statistics indicating that 95% have buying influence (2026) and 92% seek new products (2026).
Attendees are drawn to the expo to find solutions to industry challenges, with 71% stating this as an objective (2026). The event fosters networking and knowledge exchange through concurrent programs like the Emerging Technologies (ET) Conference, Textiles Challenge (2026), Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Roadshow, Industry Night, Opening Reception, Show Stopper product entries, and the Women in Textiles Summit (2026).
Highlights
5 items- Venue: Orange County Convention Center (West Building)
- Organizer: Advanced Textiles Association (ATA)
- Co-located with Sun Shading Expo North America
- AUMA listed
- 95% of attendees have buying influence (2026)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 take place?+
The Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 will be held from November 3 to 5, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, USA. Education sessions are scheduled for November 2, 2026. The venue is the Orange County Convention Center (West Building).
Who organizes the Advanced Textiles Expo?+
The event is organized by the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA).
What industries and products are covered at the expo?+
The expo covers the industrial, specialty, and advanced textiles industry. Exhibitors showcase products and solutions across categories such as equipment, fabrics, computer software, testing products, fibers, findings/components/hardware, and awning systems. This includes chemicals, coatings, compounds, end products, equipment and tools, fabrics, fibers, films, hardware, findings, accessories, and services.
How can I attend or exhibit at the Advanced Textiles Expo?+
Registration for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 will open on May 1, 2026. Non-exhibiting suppliers and distributors can access the show floor by registering at a rate of $1,500 per attendee (2026). Exhibitor booth purchases include three exhibitor badges per 100 square feet.
Are there any special registration discounts or deadlines for participation?+
Government attendees receive a 30% discount on all registration packages, and students are eligible for a 70% discount. The deadline for the Call for Presentations is February 20, 2026. The priority deadline for the Hosted Fabricator Application is July 1, 2026, with the final application deadline on August 1, 2026.