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A safer ceiling
September 1st, 2015
Fabric ceilings are gaining impetus in Japan after the Great Eastern Japan Earthquake in 2011. In the October 2011 issue of Specialty Fabrics Review, the article “A safer ceiling” discussed the possible benefits of fabric ceilings to protect against damage from earthquakes, focusing on a case study at Miraikan Museum in Tokyo, which had sustained […]
A healthy living
September 1st, 2015
Inflatable products need not be oversized to have a big impact; small can be mighty, especially when it comes to inflatables designed to provide relief on an individual basis, such as those popping up in wellness centers, hospitals, nursing homes and even on clothing racks and in closets. Here’s a quick overview of three companies […]
High-performance faux leather
September 1st, 2015
NuLeather™ is The Mitchell Group’s newest offering in high-performance faux leather; with a luxurious texture and feel and the ability to withstand demanding applications, it is being marketed to hospitality, health care, contract and residential markets. Engineered with the highest quality polycarbonate resins for strength and durability, the fabric’s formulation offers hydrolysis resistance, and its […]
Up to BAT: Wind energy in remote locations
September 1st, 2015
Bringing power to remote island communities, military bases and disaster-relief sites is a daunting task, dependent upon expensive diesel generators and regular deliveries of fuel. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) set its sights on the $17 billion market for remote power and “microgrid” power generation, using its engineering expertise to harness consistent, high-altitude winds […]
Red overhead
September 1st, 2015
The Guildford Town Center in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, wanted to spice up the looks of its newly renovated mall with long fabric ribbons above two of the mall’s second-level walkways. The designer envisaged a continuous ribbon of constant width, and Transformit Inc., Gorham, Maine, accepted the challenge. To comply with fire code, the ribbons […]
Pouf! Furniture modules offer instant ambiance
September 1st, 2015
Oddly shaped spaces in hotel lobbies, galleries or multi-use public buildings can be an interior designer’s nightmare. Designers selecting furnishings for a narrow hallway or cavernous revamped warehouse spend sleepless nights trying to find the right fit—unless they’re in touch with LINA®. LINA design d.o.o., a modular furniture manufacturer in Kamnik, Slovenia, has dreamed up […]
Explode your business
September 1st, 2015
Is your company growing as fast as it should? Over the years, you’ve built a reasonably profitable business; but lately, sales and profits have either increased only slightly or have remained flat. You know your business has far greater potential, but you’re not quite sure how to make it happen. To get that process going, […]
S-RACE sublimation paper
September 1st, 2015
Sublimation papers are used in transfer printing images. S-RACE paper from Felix Schoeller uses a microporous ink-receiving coating that offers significantly shorter drying times for faster image transfer. Recommended for sublimation printing not only on textiles but also onto hard plastic-coated substrates such as metal, glass or wood. The papers are also able to absorb […]
Durable marine fabric
September 1st, 2015
WeatherGuard™ is a tough and cost-effective marine fabric made of solution-dyed polyester that’s resistant to water, tearing, abrasion, UV and mildew. It remains soft and pliable with use, and is lightweight enough to be easily folded and stored. Introduced by Ameritex Fabric Systems, a supplier of engineered canvas enclosures, tops and covers for OEM boatbuilders, […]
What to wear to Mars
September 1st, 2015
Requirements for space garments share similarities with those worn on Earth. For human space missions beyond low-Earth orbit (LEO), the logistical burden is at least twice as great as that of missions in low-Earth orbit. Take, for instance, a trip to Mars, which is being planned by NASA to occur sometime in the 2030s. For […]