July 2009

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    SuperFabric® brand technology applies tiny, hard, armor-like plates to fabric that create new fabric composites. SuperFabric materials encompass a range of other desired performance attributes that can include fire resistance and UV resistance; many are engineered to be lightweight, stretchable and breathable. For use in a variety of products including shoes, pants, jackets, outdoor apparel, [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Taconic’s Solus® line is a collection of multi-layer architectural fabrics comprised of PTF-coated Fiberglas® fabric for interior and structural applications. Lightweight, energy efficient, flexible, weldable and fire resistant, Solus is coated on both sides with PTFE and is translucent, allowing soft, diffused lighting for glare-free interiors. Due to the material’s flexibility, it can be tensioned [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Tape Craft Corp. offers a variety of polypropylene, nylon and polyester, and coated webbings in hundreds of styles and colors. With more than 15,000 SKUs, Tape Craft offers webbing for hundreds of applications, serving the safety, automotive, government, tiedown, tarpaulin, medical, sporting goods, luggage and apparel industries. SOURCE Tape Craft Corp.

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Titex Vertriebs-GmbH distributes TIZIP® waterproof zippers and new, coated fabrics solutions. TIZIP waterproof and airtight zippers are used for dry bags, dry suits for water sports, diving suits, and immersion and survival suits. Several variations are used in a variety of applications, such as inflatables, waterproof containers, waterproof covers, textile constructions and marine covers. SOURCE [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Transhield now offers rolls of its Shrinkable Fabric™ for industrial, military, marine, RV and power sports applications. Fabric rolls consist of three layers: an outer layer of UV-resistant and anti-condensation polyethylene shrink/stretch film; a middle, adhesive layer,; and a soft, inner layer to protect finishes. With all three layers, products are protected against the elements [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Showtime® II tent fabric has been used for theme park and event applications for more than 25 years, providing performance with a high-gloss, ultra-smooth surface and an extensive color offering for maximum “show.” Water, mildew and fire resistant, Showtime II is 61 inches wide and 14 ounces per linear yard and put up on 100-yard [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Gatorshield® is a triple-layer, rust- and corrosion-resistant protection for steel tubing. The zinc interior coating provides the inside of the tube with maximum corrosion and rust protection inside and out. Protected by a clear, organic top coating that supplies excellent adhesion to most thermo-set powder coatings, Gatorshield’s zinc-coated finish welds quickly and easily under normal [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Vintex is now offering phthalate-free product choices. New laws in North America and Europe have banned or restricted phthalate plasticisers in toys and child care products. Vintex offers a solution with phthalate-free choices in the three market areas most affected: children’s athletic mat fabrics, healthcare fabrics and mattress ticking fabrics. Formulated with flame-retardent ingredients, these [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Vulcana LLC announces the introduction of printing on its rubbRe™ material. Through a patented process, Vulcana recycles car tires into rubbRe, a sheet rubber material. Digital images can be transferred onto it, using up to six colors, to create individual panels or a wallpaper design. Applications include outdoor upholstery, banners, signage, wall coverings, luggage, tents, [...]

  • Published On: July 1, 2009

    Wolff Industries is the North American distributor for KAI® scissors. The KAI 7000 series is a high-carbon, stainless steel, heavy-duty industrial scissor. Lightweight and well suited for cutting all aramid and hard-to-cut material, the KAI 7000 shear is used in many applications, including military and civilian aircraft construction, protective clothing, automotive, marine construction, outdoor canvas, [...]