All Entries | 2018

Safe styling
Safe styling  |  bella-dura.com  |  800 544 0478

Ranging from bright patterns to elegant neutrals, the By the Yard Program is comprised of a selection of the most popular patterns from the brand’s overall collections. Antimicrobial, durable, chemical- and stain-resistant, Bella-Dura® packs performance into every proprietary fiber. More than 230 skus available in its current By the Yard Program; all fabrics are made in the USA.

Bella-Dura®

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Self-cleaning awnings
Self-cleaning awnings  |  herculite.com  |  800 772 0036

Coastline Plus® Awning Fabric is a high-performance PVC textile engineered for commercial and residential awnings and canopies. Mildew, stain and dirt-resistant, it also features a proprietary top coating that supports most types of graphics, including pressure-sensitive vinyl lettering for
sign decoration.

Herculite Products Inc.

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Shade collection
Shade collection  |  phifer.com  |  +1 205 464 3191

SunTex® 95 exterior shading fabric offers style and durability for sun shades, roller shades, window awnings or rollup shades. A new hue, Stucco, joins a roster of nine neutral color options designed specifically for exterior roller shade applications, made from vinyl-coated polyester in a full basketweave. Blocks approximately 95 percent of the sun’s rays, to control heat and glare, and lower cooling demand and energy costs. SunTex 95 fabrics are infused with Microban® antimicrobial product protection to combat mold and mildew, and are also certified to GREENGUARD standards for low chemical emissions.

PHIFER INC.

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Soft and sturdy
Soft and sturdy  |  DirecTex.net  |  800 845 3603

Micro-suede with knit backing, YMICROSUEDE is used in the production of pet beds and furniture upholstery, providing a soft hand and DWR finish at an economy price. Versatile, durable and water-repellent, it can be treated with a variety of finishes and coatings and ordered in custom colors and prints.

DIRECTEX

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Strong and light
Strong and light  |  tarpo-hiraoka.com/en  |  +81 3 3876 5165

The HG Series architectural material offers superior dirt resistance, UV protection and water-repellency. Available in Standard, Metallic, Heat Shield, Block Out and High Light Transmission.

Hiraoka & Co. Ltd.

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Stronger stretch
Stronger stretch  |  dazian.com  |  +1 818 287 3800

Acrobat® with Mira-S is a stretch fabric for graphics, tension structures and projection surfaces that offers an alternative to the limitations of spandex and mechanical stretch polyester products. The fabric is suitable for outdoor applications and has excellent stretch and recovery, light fastness, dyeing properties, high chemical resistance and a soft touch with no need for companion fibers, unlike spandex.

Dazian Creative Fabric Environments

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Stronger, lighter membrane
Stronger, lighter membrane  |  itape.com  |  +1 902 896 1165

Whether the project is a sports arena or an event tent, NovaShieldELITE is a lighter weight, durable choice in membrane structure fabrics that is designed to meet the highest standards in the industry. Its patented weave produces impressive strength-to-weight ratios and its lighter weight makes for easier, faster, money-saving installations. The fabric features a film-laminated top side that has outstanding abrasion resistance, flex crack resistance and longevity that comes with a 20-year warranty.

Intertape Polymer Group®

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Stylish performance
Stylish performance  |  herculite.com  |  800 772 0036

Natura Awning Fabric is engineered for outdoor commercial awnings and canopies. The technical textile features the look, feel and aesthetic features of a natural, woven cloth on both the face and reverse sides of the fabric with the performance attributes and benefits of an engineered thermoplastic. Flame-resistant, waterproof and mildew/fungal-resistant, the fabric can be sewn or welded and framed over appropriate awning structures.

Herculite Products Inc.

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Supreme strength
Supreme strength  |  staftex.com  |  +1 416 252 3133

Solarlite 300 Supreme is a lightweight, durable fabric for outdoor applications such as patio furniture, marine boat tops and recreational vehicle covers. Available in nine stock colors.

Stafford Textiles Limited

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Technology-enhanced
Technology-enhanced  |  trivantage.com  |  800 786 1876

PremoBond is a line of filament-bonded polyester sewing thread that uses a proprietary bonding blend for less breakage and fraying in marine and outdoor markets. With yarn that’s approximately 30 times stronger than the current industry standard, it offers maximum UV protection and is able to withstand heat, humidity and all-weather conditions.

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HarborTime® Edge is a double-coated fabric powered by Perfecta Marine® technology, which offers premium heat reduction, heat reflection and UV performance. With water-repellent and mildew-resistance capabilities, the fabric provides maximum strength and long-lasting color.  Also available in a heavy-duty version, HarborTime Edge HD.

Trivantage

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Temperature resistant
Temperature resistant  |  rexpeggfabrics.com  |  +1 253 272 5162

Designed to resist the harshest environments, Stamskin One handles extreme temperatures (-58°F to 302°F) and is insensitive to UV radiation and water. Formulated by Serge Ferrari, the elastomer gives it an ultra-soft touch and “peach skin” effect while combining high-performance thermal comfort.

Rex Pegg Fabrics

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Tough comfort
Tough comfort  |  jasonmills.com  |  +1 732 651 7200

Used in products for outdoor retail, occupational safety, health care and orthopedics, Style 601PCM works as a comfort layer against the back (eg., in backpacks) as cushioning, and features a cooling layer that the wearer can feel (even through a shirt). Its cooling technology combines with breathability
to make it a comfortable choice for users.

Style 800PN is a cut-resistant material (to ANSI Level II), with a knit construction that allows airflow to help keep the user comfortable. High-visibility colors help to keep workers safe in the workplace.

High-visibility, lightweight, breathable 413 fabric (also available in black) offers protection from ticks and tick nymphs. Used in an outdoor setting, it is water-repellent, fire-resistant and (in the black material) UV-resistant.

JASON MILLS LLC

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Tough protection
Tough protection  |  trivantage.com  |  800 786 1876

Combining the performance of Aqualon® Edge with the protection of a soft warp-knit backing, Aqualon Edge Soft provides cover for boats, patio furniture, RV windshields and other applications. It features a front fabric coated with Perfecta Marine® technology for UV performance and heat reduction/ reflection and a backing made of warp-knit polyester fabric for an abrasion-resistant surface.

SolaMesh is a performance fabric recommended for shade sails, shade and fabric structures, awnings and other applications. Made from highly stable and colorfast HDPE monofilament tape, it has been tested in the world’s harshest environments including the Australian Outback and the deserts of the Middle East. Supported by a 10-year warranty.

Trivantage LLC

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Tough stuff
Tough stuff  |  marlentextiles.com  |  +1 573 237 4444

TOP NOTCH FR® was specially created for applications needing flame-resistance and unrivaled durability, tear, water and abrasion resistance. The fabric can be used for many outdoor applications such as commercial, residential and industrial awnings, tents and canopies. Solution-dyed fabric is flame-retardant using a halogen-free flame retardant system, a first for the industrial fabrics industry.

Top Gun FR Lite is an 8-ounce version of the popular Top Gun FR. The lighter fabric is easier to work with as it is less stiff and handles easily. Top Gun FR Lite passes CPAI 84, NFPA 701 and California State Fire Marshal Title 19. The fabric is available in many colors, including red, and is among the most cost-competitive FR fabrics for the awning and tent markets. Completely reversible, printable and eco-friendly.

Top Gun FR is a 13-ounce awning and tent fabric that passes CPAI 84, NFPA 701, FAA/FAR 25.853, CAN/ULC-S109-03, and California State Fire Marshal Title 19. The product is completely reversible, has a consistent coating that is eco-friendly, easy to cut and sew with no fraying, and provides proven performance. White fabric stays white and the fabric is easy to clean, printable and weldable. Made in the U.S., providing a Berry Amendment-compliant product.

Marlen Textiles

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Traction, cut to size
Traction, cut to size  |  epttech.com  |  +1 508 808 4807

Durable, flexible and washable, with a special embossed design for skid-resistant traction and gripping, Treadway can be used for RV stairs, roofs, cargo ramps, sports equipment and geomembranes, among other applications. Self-adhesive Treadway Peel-N-Stick suits uses where heat sealing cannot be used; Treadway PE adheres to any polyethylene material. Material can be manufactured in varying thicknesses, widths and colors, as PVC, SEBS or polyethylene.

ENGINEERED POLYMER TECHNOLOGIES

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Under cover
Under cover  |  snyderman.com  |  +1 330 343 4456

Snyder Manufacturing and Keyston Bros. Inc. have introduced Coolshade Premium Awning Fabric, an American-made laminated vinyl for awning and cover applications. Available through Keyston Bros., Snyder’s Coolshade is available in 15 standard colors and 50-yard rolls. With high tensile and tear strength, the fabric has a wick-resistant scrim and excellent stability with mildew-resistance, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Photo courtesy of Childres Canvas Products Inc.

Snyder’s Coated Mesh contains anti-bacterial agents, mildew inhibitors, and UV and heat stabilizers. Unlike some mesh products that are woven from knitted PVC-coated polyester yarn, Snyder’s PCS product is coated after knitting to lock in the yarns for a tougher fabric. Common applications of PCS include agricultural shading, truck tarps and landscaping tarps. The mesh fabric is a popular choice for athletic uses including tennis court windscreens and gym dividers.

Snyder Manufacturing Inc.

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Upcycled leather
Upcycled leather  |  enduratex.com  |  800 243 2472

Earth-friendly and leather-derived, LeatherPlus is an upcycled leather collection. The process of upcycling transforms by-products and waste materials into new, eco-friendly materials making LeatherPlus an intelligent solution and an earth-friendly product available in several patterns and 15 SKUs; recommended for the automotive, aviation, hospitality, marine and senior living markets.

Enduratex

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Vibrant protection
Vibrant protection  |  covinsales.com  |  +1 323 584 5067

The Sundown awning and marine fabric range uses 100 percent solution-dyed fibers. Made to withstand the harshest outdoor weather conditions, it has a tight weave and a 10-year limited warranty.

Covin Sales & Converting Corp.

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Vibrant protection
Vibrant protection  |  sattler-global.com  |  +1 828 759 2105

Woven from Sattler’s Clean, Bright Acrylic (CBA) yarn, new Lumera 3D fabrics provide superior UV protection as well as water repellency—and brilliant color, clarity and shine. CBA yarn, a vibrant, smooth yarn woven in warp and weft directions, creates a textured fabric with a “living” effect in daylight, changing with the light’s mood. The unusual tactile structures, impressive light action effects and increased dirt and water repellency (water column rating of 500 MM) make it a prime outdoor option.

SATTLER CORP.

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Vibrant SEG fabric
Vibrant SEG fabric  |  fishertextiles.com  |  +1 704 821 8870

GF 6090 SunBright® is a new fabric for backlit silicone edge graphics applications. Compatible with transfer dye-sublimation printing, it provides enhanced light dispersion for brilliant backlit prints. The fabric gives a rich color, has a super soft hand, is wrinkle and craze resistant, easy to sew and features an excellent stretch for a quick install and tight fit in aluminum framing systems. The fabric weighs 6.3 oz/yd2 and is stocked 123 inches wide. It is flame-retardant and meets NFPA 701 and California Title 19.

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DD 4444 Domination is a strong choice for frontlit SEG applications for retail and tradeshow markets. Very stable, with a gorgeous sheen, the fabric is also excellent for banners, exhibit graphics, photographic backdrops and retail advertising. The material has been specially treated for UV-curable, direct and transfer sublimation printing. It weighs 5.4 oz/yd2 and is stocked at 125 inches wide. The fabric is flame-retardant and meets NFPA 701 and Class A under ASTM E 84 (UL 723).

Fisher Textiles

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