March 2009 Issue

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  Business opportunities in India

  Investment-friendly policies are welcoming specialty textile manufacturers to India.

• State of the Industry 2009: Outlook

  Challenge, opportunity and growth: Our market forecast for the specialty fabrics industry.

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  Fabric art to be featured at 2010 Winter Olympics

  The 2010 Winter Olympics will host world-class athletes and fabric art worthy of the event.

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  Blind fabrics meet the latest window trends

  Sun blind fabrics from Van Clewe Sun Protection reflect the latest market requirements.

• Awning fabric mirrors appearance of woven fabric

  Herculite® Natura™ awning fabric is a revolutionary new, dimensionally stable, vinyl composite featuring the look and feel of woven fabric on both sides.

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  Hendee finds new market opportunities

  Demand and supply: Chuck Hendee creates products to meet customer needs.

• State of the Industry 2009: Awnings and canopies

  Challenge, opportunity and growth: Our market forecast for manufacturers of awnings.

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  Shade structures help restore city park

  Shade Sails at seven Lake Charles parks helped restore the Louisiana city after Hurricane Katrina struck.

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  Woven polypropylene geotextiles provide strong base

  Mirafi® HP-Series woven polypropylene geotextiles offers higher tensile modulus properties per ASTM D 4595 than comparable stabilization products.

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  Commuter train’s 10th anniversary features vinyl wrap

  The Altamont Commuter Express (ACE®) dressed up in party gear for its 10th year of passenger rail service.

• State of the Industry 2009: Lightweight structures

  Challenge, opportunity and growth: Our market forecast for manufacturers of lightweight structures

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  Luxurious marine fabric protects boaters

  The fabric protects boaters from rain and spray while offering a luxurious, velour-like feeling inside the cabin or beneath the bimini.

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  Nylon snap caps protect against oils and solvents

  Fasnap® Corp.’s line of non-reflective nylon (thermoplastic) snap caps are tough, strong, impact- and UV- resistant.

• State of the Industry 2009: Marine fabrication

  Challenge, opportunity and growth: Our market forecast for marine fabricators

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  Jacket features LED light system for safety

  Integrated into the collar of the jacket is an LED light safety system for maximum night time visibility.

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  Sports bra features heart-sensing technology

  The bra is designed for even greater support during high impact sports.

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  Fiber-based slings support heavy nuclear turbines

  The slings provide a safe, efficient and cost-effective solution for conducting plant inspections.

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  Composite armor stands up to roadside bombs

  The Pentagon estimates that more than 25,000 injuries and casualties in Iraq have been caused by roadside bombs, so more effective armoring is a high priority for manufacturers of protective gear.

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  Robots to test hazmat gear

  Public safety and military personnel don hazmat suits to prevent exposure to deadly chemicals, and can’t afford to think twice about whether those garments provide sufficient protection.

• State of the Industry 2009: Tent rental

  Challenge, opportunity and growth: Our market forecast for tent renters

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  Coconut husks used for auto interiors

  New technology uses coconut fibers in automotive trunk liners, floorboards and interior door covers.

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  Xorel Graphic gives wall coverings eco-friendly designs

  Xorel Graphic for textile wall coverings, paneling and upholstery offers a new visual vocabulary.

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  Non-wicking sewing thread built to perform and last

  American & Efird Inc. has created the next generation in non-wicking sewing threads.

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• Rental industry supports economic stimulus

  The ARA stresses the importance of action to help the U.S. economy and the rental industry rebound.

• VDMA awards junior engineers

  The Walter Reiners Foundation of the German textile machinery industry has honoured three successful junior engineers for research projects.

• Nonwovens partnership promotes development of textile functionality

  The Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH) at Texas Tech University has announced a partnership with Enercon Industries Corp. designed to combine each organization’s expertise.

• New waterproofing technique uses nanofibers on fabrics

  Swiss researchers coated polyester fabric with tiny silicone nanofilaments and the result is a whole new level of waterproofing.

• CPSC accredits Hohenstein Institute

  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has accredited the Hohenstein Institute as an independent testing laboratory.

• MarChem changes name to indicate fabric development

  The new name is to signal the company’s resolve to work with customers on unique fabric development.

• University claims development of strongest polyester fibers

  North Carolina State University (NCSU) College of Textiles claims to have developed a new fiber-making process that produces the strongest polyester fibers ever made.

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  IFAI membership helps OFPANZ expand

  New Zealand’s OFPANZ is working to expand industry opportunities.

• Milliken moves beyond carbon neutral

  The Leonardo Academy, a nonprofit organization promoting sustainability among competitive businesses, has certified the global operations of Milliken & Co., Spartanburg, S.C., as carbon negative.

• Seaman adds state-of-the-art coating line

  The new equipment is intended to improve productivity and coating capabilities.

• Rowley Co. launches Finestra

  Finestra’s American-made finial, pole and accessory designs will be available in 36 hand-rubbed finishes.

• ABC Industries receives ISO certification

  ABC Industries Inc., a supplier of industrial textile fabrics, received ISO 9001 certification for quality management and manufacturing.

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  Woven polypropylene geotextiles provide strong base

  Mirafi® HP-Series woven polypropylene geotextiles offers higher tensile modulus properties per ASTM D 4595 than comparable stabilization products.

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  Non-wicking sewing thread built to perform and last

  American & Efird Inc. has created the next generation in non-wicking sewing threads.

• Fabrics provide durability for liners and covers

  Rhinoskin is InterWrap’s line of industrial fabrics designed for maximum strength and durability.

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  Nylon snap caps protect against oils and solvents

  Fasnap® Corp.’s line of non-reflective nylon (thermoplastic) snap caps are tough, strong, impact- and UV- resistant.

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  Eco-friendly WeatherMax withstands environmental elements

  WeatherMax employs advanced UV technology and solution-dyed SaturaMax yarns to maintain its rich color and dimensional stability.

• Awning fabric mirrors appearance of woven fabric

  Herculite® Natura™ awning fabric is a revolutionary new, dimensionally stable, vinyl composite featuring the look and feel of woven fabric on both sides.

• Strong bale tarpaulins at a reasonable price

  Bull Flex is designed to be easy to use and have a far longer life than many off-the-shelf tarpaulins.

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  Luxurious marine fabric protects boaters

  The fabric protects boaters from rain and spray while offering a luxurious, velour-like feeling inside the cabin or beneath the bimini.

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  Fabric provides solar heat and glare control

  The fabric helps conserve heating and cooling energy, harness natural light and maintain interior comfort levels.

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  Xorel Graphic gives wall coverings eco-friendly designs

  Xorel Graphic for textile wall coverings, paneling and upholstery offers a new visual vocabulary.

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  Welder with ultra-thin wedge heats consistently

  The Pro-Seam wedge welder has an exclusive “Smart-Seam” control system to deliver even, consistent heat through a proprietary ceramic heating wedge.

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  Blind fabrics meet the latest window trends

  Sun blind fabrics from Van Clewe Sun Protection reflect the latest market requirements.

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  Country Living magazine inspires fabric collection

  The fabrics are available in a host of textures, patterns and colors.

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  Jacket features LED light system for safety

  Integrated into the collar of the jacket is an LED light safety system for maximum night time visibility.

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  Manufacturer produces made-for-iPod apparel

  French fashion brand Celio has launched the iPod compatible Celio Club Suit, and Canadian brand Killa has launched a range of hip-hop clothing for fall 2009.

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  Sports bra features heart-sensing technology

  The bra is designed for even greater support during high impact sports.

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  Health Savings Accounts benefit small businesses

  Health Savings Accounts are an increasingly popular option, especially for smaller businesses.

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  Innovation helps fabrics industry expand

  Processes that spark innovation are just good business.

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  Hendee finds new market opportunities

  Demand and supply: Chuck Hendee creates products to meet customer needs.

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  Fabric art to be featured at 2010 Winter Olympics

  The 2010 Winter Olympics will host world-class athletes and fabric art worthy of the event.

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  Commuter train’s 10th anniversary features vinyl wrap

  The Altamont Commuter Express (ACE®) dressed up in party gear for its 10th year of passenger rail service.

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  Shade structures help restore city park

  Shade Sails at seven Lake Charles parks helped restore the Louisiana city after Hurricane Katrina struck.

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• Company offers curtain tracks for airplane interiors

  In the United States, materials used in an airplane interior must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration.

• Defining composites

  A thorough definition of composites answers any questions you may have.

• TenCate offers Baycor

  Baycor is now part of the Nicolon family of fabrics from TenCate.

• How fabrics can pass NFPA 701

  NFPA 701 has provisions within it for samples to be exposed to weathering before being tested.

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