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PTFE sewing thread designed for various applications
October 1st, 2010
Available in a range of sizes in clear, black and white, SolarFix PTFE sewing thread offers long-term performance in a wide array of outdoor applications under the most extreme conditions. Backed by expert technical support, SolarFix thread will not lose any significant strength due to UV or chemical exposure, unlike conventional polyester, nylon and cotton […]
Easy-to-use awning software
October 1st, 2010
Awning Manager™–Sales & Fabrication Software, a collaboration between Donald Sweitzer of U.S. Canvas & Awning and John Contreras of Omnireign Solutions, delivers automated editable proposals and pricing, quotes, calculates material needs, provides editable 3D shop drawings, generates fabrication sheets, integrates Google maps, creates sales reports, maintains customer databases, and generally provides an affordable and essential […]
Combination die-cutting system for optimum efficiency
October 1st, 2010
The Spartanics Finecut-Plus-Rotary™ is a combination laser die cutting and rotary die cutting system, especially recommended for companies that are increasingly combining short-run and long-run work needing different cutting tools for optimum efficiency. Versatile system’s capabilities include rotary die cutting as fast as 400 fpm, tool-free laser die cutting as fast as 300 fpm, fast […]
Outdoor urethane line offers luxurious upholstery products
October 1st, 2010
The Soleil Collection from Spradling International Marine is the company’s latest group of outdoor urethanes, offering soft and luxurious upholstery products with a performance edge. A wide variety of colors is available with the SRX topcoat. The line’s combination of strength and style provides easy cleaning, high UV resistance, mildew resistance, a durable surface and […]
Comparing 10-mil vinyl and10-ounce vinyl
October 1st, 2010
Compiled by Juli Case We need to compare two materials. Is a 10-mil vinyl the same as a 10-ounce vinyl? It’s hard to tell from the information you’ve given us, but we’re guessing that they’re not the same. “Mil” is a measurement of thickness (a mil is 1/1000th of an inch) and “ounce,” of course, […]
“Senior Ballistic”
October 1st, 2010
Compiled by Juli Case In a recent bid, I’ve had a client quote a fabric called “Senior Ballistic.” I’m familiar with ballistic nylon, but how is “Senior Ballistic” different? It’s not a different fabric as much as it’s a more specific way of referring to it. “Senior Ballistic” is, according to the supplier we talked […]
TenCate patents ‘grassy’ geosynthetic
October 1st, 2010
TenCate Geosynthetics, Pendergrass, Ga., recently received a U.S. patent for its Miramesh® SG woven geosynthetic, which combines the benefits of its Miramesh GR open biaxial fibers with green synthetic grass fibers. The product, designed to stabilize soil on steep slopes and wire basket walls, immediately creates a finished, fully vegetated-looking wall face and eliminates the […]
Intertek opens consumer goods testing lab
October 1st, 2010
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions in a wide range of industries around the world, has announced the opening of its first consumer goods testing laboratory for textiles, apparel and soft home furnishings, in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, Korea. The new 55,000-sq. ft. laboratory draws upon the expertise and resources of the company’s network […]
Oil booms as standard equipment?
October 1st, 2010
Tanker ships would be required to deploy oil booms as a preventive measure in California waters before transferring fuel, under a bill that has passed the Legislature. Washington state has a similar law. Current California regulations cover only how much boom should be deployed after a spill occurs. The bill passed in August on a […]
Market report: fasteners
October 1st, 2010
Discretionary clothing purchases are down, as people nervously watching the economy delay purchase of new coats, shoes, suits and playwear. This consumer restraint is affecting manufacturers of needles, buttons, zippers, hooks, snaps, rivets and Velcro™ closures, according to “Textile Fasteners and Needles: A U.S. Market Report,” recently completed by Global Industry Analysts Inc., San Jose, […]