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September 2008 Issue

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Features

Skoldeberg values people-driven business

Ben Skoldeberg employs people skills and skilled people to bring solar protection to central Texas.

Markets

Innovative fire-retardant fabrics

Innovations in fire-retardant fibers and fabric products are keeping people and structures safer.
Wireless wall switch controls automated window coverings

Each button on the wall switch can be customized with printed text, with approximately 40 options available
Awning material used on KeyBank locations worldwide

The technically advanced, completely waterproof awning material offers the look and feel of a woven fabric, with all the benefits of a high-performance composite vinyl.
Fabric-coated insert covers staples seamlessly

The system is available in every color of several popular awning fabrics and works with any staple system on the market.
CoverTrax system hides screws and tracks on structures

The CoverTrax system features white PVC track, unique small-size keder tape and four PVC lower panels.
Skoldeberg values people-driven business

Ben Skoldeberg employs people skills and skilled people to bring solar protection to central Texas.
Awning roll-out keeps Airstream rolling

In designing its new 17- and 22-foot Safari Sport RVs, Airstream aimed for a design lightweight enough to be pulled by a standard SUV or V6 minivan.
Soaring canopies take flight at Indiana International

Indiana International Airport’s recent renovations included a five-story, 2.5-million-square-foot parking facility topped with helix-shaped canopies designed to emulate the spirals in the ramp.
Rainier moves to larger headquarters

In July, Rainier Industries, Seattle, Wash., moved a short distance from its previous headquarters into a new 140,000-square-foot facility with ample space for five in-house divisions.
Innolite introduces LEC-based panels

The panels make lighting paper-thin for illumination on signage, trade show exhibits, architecture and design, point-of-purchase displays, photography—even within wallpaper.
Low-cost substrate offers superior quality and appearance

Frontlit Extra cast-coated banner and graphic substrate combines a streamlined base scrim and lighter PVC coating.
UV-optimized fabric coatings show image detail

UV-optimized fabric coatings give customers professional results with synthetic or natural fibers.
Fabric Images helps create successful Ferrari exhibit

The high-end automaker chose a dome structure and created both inside and outside display elements.
German supermarket features fabric screens

The grocery retailer installed digitally printed vertical screens that lower from closed boxes on the ceiling to signal that chilled fresh food counters are closed for the day.
Tri Vantage introduces 117 new style patterns

A combination of current styles and classic looks, the new collection includes a large grouping of traditional weaves in basic coordinating colors, new reversible patterns, and new textures such as the “Plush” pattern.
Researcher reportedly develops decontamination for nanotechnologies

Nanotechnology may be a manufacturing revolution, but how environmentally responsible (and safe) will it be?
French Army soldiers wear protective fabric

Rugged meta-aramid fibers, all-temperature protection and fire resistance sold the French Army on protective clothing from the Kermel® Co., Comar Cedex, France.
Fungi-fighting yoga mats and heat-seeking swampstools

New, innovative products from Sommers.
Protective garment testing lab opens at NCSU

Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense, the Man-in-Simulant Test (MIST) facility grand opening included tours, live demonstrations of protective garment testing and Rep. Bob Etheridge.
Geodesic dome promotes successful communication

Temporary spaces bring the message to mobile customers, and the ZENDOME geodesic dome can be deployed easily and anywhere.
Spherical structure with fabric wings promotes Verizon exhibit

The objective of this display was to visually demonstrate that Verizon as a company was about to “take off” (the telecommunications giant had recently acquired MCI).
'Squid booth' showcases Eventscape fabrication and design

This fabric structure, nicknamed the “squid booth,” was designed to reach out to architects, designers and other potential clients.
Fireproof tents shelter visitors at Mecca

Mina Valley in Saudi Arabia is one of the stations housing pilgrims, but a 1997 fire during Hajj destroyed thousands of cotton tents used for shelter there.
Mini Motel offers travelers portable shelter

The 4.7-pound, one-person shelter includes an air mattress, pillow, bed sheet, alarm clock, reading light, toothbrush, ear plugs and eye shades.
Rainier produces permanent and semi-permanent cottages

The new Rainier Cottage, a handcrafted canvas and Douglas fir structure for permanent or semi-permanent use, is sturdy enough for use year-round in most climates.
PVC-free upholstery collection balances design and performance

Similar in performance to conventional vinyl, but with a softer hand, the products contain no polyvinyl chloride and are antimicrobial and bleach-cleanable.
Sunbrella performance yarn for indoor and outdoor applications

The Everyday Color Indoor/Outdoor Collection from J. Ennis Fabrics uses Sunbrella® performance yarn to create the look, color and performance essential to the home decor market.

News

AATCC to hold technical textiles symposium

Confirmed topics include next-generation carbon fibers, 3-dimensional composites, hemostatic textile matrices, microbial textiles, body armor composites and many more.
OFPANZ celebrates 20 years

Members of the Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand (OFPANZ) gathered in Auckland on July 3–5 for their annual conference, marking the 20th anniversary of OFPANZ’s founding in 1988.
Researcher reportedly develops decontamination for nanotechnologies

Nanotechnology may be a manufacturing revolution, but how environmentally responsible (and safe) will it be?
Protective garment testing lab opens at NCSU

Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense, the Man-in-Simulant Test (MIST) facility grand opening included tours, live demonstrations of protective garment testing and Rep. Bob Etheridge.
U.S. and Brazil textile industries form cooperation agreement

Following an April summit in Washington, D.C., the American Apparel and Footwear Association and Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association agreed to work together on trade issues that affect both countries.
U.S. exports cotton and assistance to Vietnam

The Texas Cotton Association and International Cotton Council want to increase exports of U.S. cotton, cottonseed and cotton products.
French Army soldiers wear protective fabric

Rugged meta-aramid fibers, all-temperature protection and fire resistance sold the French Army on protective clothing from the Kermel® Co., Comar Cedex, France.
Weber & Heusser to distribute Dow XLA fiber in Europe

Dow Fiber Solutions’ (DFS) XLA™ olefin-based stretch fiber, which resists chemicals and high temperatures, may expand its sales in German-speaking markets.
Rainier moves to larger headquarters

In July, Rainier Industries, Seattle, Wash., moved a short distance from its previous headquarters into a new 140,000-square-foot facility with ample space for five in-house divisions.

Products

Geodesic dome promotes successful communication

Temporary spaces bring the message to mobile customers, and the ZENDOME geodesic dome can be deployed easily and anywhere.
Zipper offers waders flexible water resistance

The zipper’s plastic teeth give the fastener flexibility while keeping out surface water.
Low-cost substrate offers superior quality and appearance

Frontlit Extra cast-coated banner and graphic substrate combines a streamlined base scrim and lighter PVC coating.
Sunbrella performance yarn for indoor and outdoor applications

The Everyday Color Indoor/Outdoor Collection from J. Ennis Fabrics uses Sunbrella® performance yarn to create the look, color and performance essential to the home decor market.
Fabric-coated insert covers staples seamlessly

The system is available in every color of several popular awning fabrics and works with any staple system on the market.
UV-optimized fabric coatings show image detail

UV-optimized fabric coatings give customers professional results with synthetic or natural fibers.
CoverTrax system hides screws and tracks on structures

The CoverTrax system features white PVC track, unique small-size keder tape and four PVC lower panels.
Wireless wall switch controls automated window coverings

Each button on the wall switch can be customized with printed text, with approximately 40 options available
PVC-free upholstery collection balances design and performance

Similar in performance to conventional vinyl, but with a softer hand, the products contain no polyvinyl chloride and are antimicrobial and bleach-cleanable.
Awning material used on KeyBank locations worldwide

The technically advanced, completely waterproof awning material offers the look and feel of a woven fabric, with all the benefits of a high-performance composite vinyl.
GreenShield efficiently delivers chemical treatments

GreenShield technology cuts waste, uses ambient temperature and pressure, and improves economy of use.
Tri Vantage introduces 117 new style patterns

A combination of current styles and classic looks, the new collection includes a large grouping of traditional weaves in basic coordinating colors, new reversible patterns, and new textures such as the “Plush” pattern.
Innolite introduces LEC-based panels

The panels make lighting paper-thin for illumination on signage, trade show exhibits, architecture and design, point-of-purchase displays, photography—even within wallpaper.
Mini Motel offers travelers portable shelter

The 4.7-pound, one-person shelter includes an air mattress, pillow, bed sheet, alarm clock, reading light, toothbrush, ear plugs and eye shades.
Fungi-fighting yoga mats and heat-seeking swampstools

New, innovative products from Sommers.
Rainier produces permanent and semi-permanent cottages

The new Rainier Cottage, a handcrafted canvas and Douglas fir structure for permanent or semi-permanent use, is sturdy enough for use year-round in most climates.

Business

Trade shows benefit businesses in numerous ways

Make your next trade show the business opportunity it truly is.
Skoldeberg values people-driven business

Ben Skoldeberg employs people skills and skilled people to bring solar protection to central Texas.

Projects

Fabric Images helps create successful Ferrari exhibit

The high-end automaker chose a dome structure and created both inside and outside display elements.
Spherical structure with fabric wings promotes Verizon exhibit

The objective of this display was to visually demonstrate that Verizon as a company was about to “take off” (the telecommunications giant had recently acquired MCI).
'Squid booth' showcases Eventscape fabrication and design

This fabric structure, nicknamed the “squid booth,” was designed to reach out to architects, designers and other potential clients.
Cellophane House celebrates SmartWrap building skin

The five-story Cellophane House is made of transparent, recyclable materials designed by KieranTimberlake Associates LLP, Philadelphia, Pa.
German supermarket features fabric screens

The grocery retailer installed digitally printed vertical screens that lower from closed boxes on the ceiling to signal that chilled fresh food counters are closed for the day.
Awning roll-out keeps Airstream rolling

In designing its new 17- and 22-foot Safari Sport RVs, Airstream aimed for a design lightweight enough to be pulled by a standard SUV or V6 minivan.
Soaring canopies take flight at Indiana International

Indiana International Airport’s recent renovations included a five-story, 2.5-million-square-foot parking facility topped with helix-shaped canopies designed to emulate the spirals in the ramp.
Fireproof tents shelter visitors at Mecca

Mina Valley in Saudi Arabia is one of the stations housing pilgrims, but a 1997 fire during Hajj destroyed thousands of cotton tents used for shelter there.

Resources

Experts clarify measurement terminology

Defining a linear yard.
Meeting French flammability standards for fabrics

While it’s possible that a fabric that meets a number of U.S. flammability standards will meet French standards too, you’re probably going to need to get the fabric tested specifically to that specification.
Krylon offers alternative to TT-L-50G

Unlike their spray paints, Krylon does not sell this product retail, but through industrial supply companies.
Supplier offers wide skirt liners

We found one supplier that had skirt liner material in widths of up to 40 inches.

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