Specialty Fabrics Showcase 2019

Smooth, flexible Strataglass^® for marine enclosures features VueShield^™, a proprietary, highly engineered scratch-resistant coating to ensure maximum durability. VueShield resists minor scratches and swirl marks common to clear vinyl products, and offers additional UV resistance to protect the boat, passengers and furnishings. Strataglass is engineered with a proprietary anti-glare additive that enhances clarity, reduces sun glare and improves low light visibility.

Because of its unique ability to fit to any shape or angle, a variety of end products is possible using Sunbrella^® Contour, allowing craftsmen to expand their offerings with shade sails and other shade structures. The rich, knit-textured fabric, specifically engineered for the commercial market, is offered in 15 colors with the well-known Sunbrella durability, and is backed by a 10-year warranty. 

Sunbrella^® SeaMark^® is a top-rated marine-grade fabric that delivers powerful protection from extreme precipitation and moisture, without sacrificing style. Fabricated from Sunbrella performance fabric with a 100-percent impervious waterproof backing, SeaMark is available in a wide range of colors for use on biminis, dodgers and cockpit enclosures, as well as restaurant patio enclosures, awnings and canopies. Two new color options: black with a linen backing and smoke with cadet grey backing.

The Sunbrella^® Shade Collection, for residential and commercial environments, gives architects and designers new ways to create built environments in harmony with nature’s designs, combining aesthetics and long-term durability. Shade patterns utilize a traditional fabric construction, for use in upscale, highly decorative applications. New styles include: Avenues (pictured), with a Mondrian-inspired design featuring a large-scale color block, as well as Cirrus, Meteor and Nebula. Color is embedded into the fiber, keeping the fabrics fade-proof and bleach-cleanable, with a 5-year warranty. 

High tensile strength and low creep is offered by TFI3000, a high-strength polyester woven multifilament geotextile. Features include high permeability, excellent chemical and biological resistance, and assured durability for long-term application. Uses include soil stabilization, roadways, railways, slope reinforcement and dewatering tubes. Product range is approved by NTPEP, U.S., one of two global manufacturers with this approval.

Lightweight and durable, Top Gun FR Lite weighs in at just 8 oz. and is less stiff and easier to handle. Available in 62” width and 12 market-driven colors, it offers superior fire resistance and is recommended for the awning, marine, industrial and commercial markets. 

Tempotest^® Italian Performance Fabrics are treated with a proprietary Teflon^® Extreme finish to allow dirt and debris to bead and slip away from the fabric. With more than 100 unique colorways to choose from, including new textures and coordinating patterns, the new 2019 Tempotest Collection has a fabric to
fit any personal style. 

Tempotest^® Starlight FR is an innovative fabric with inherent flame retardancy built into the fabric fibers. It offers high tenacity, excellent color fastness and UV-resistance. Tempotest fabrics are tested for harmful substance and are given the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificate of approval.

A compact weave and unique colors are offered in the Marine Max High Performance Flooring line. Unlike carpet, a simple hosing off will keep the flooring clean, extending the life of Marine Max intended for marine, automotive and outdoor applications.

Tempotest® Starscreen features a combination of transparency (3.5 percent) and UV protection for a reduction in the use of both airconditioning and artificial lighting. The absence of a PVC coating gives it a superior textile hand without giving up dimensional stability. —– Tempotest® Italian Performance Fabrics are treated with a proprietary Teflon® Extreme finish to allow dirt and debris to bead and slip away from the fabric. With more than 100 unique colorways to choose from, including new textures and coordinating patterns, the new 2019 Tempotest Collection has a fabric to fit any personal style.

Sta-Kleen Silicone is a new coated fabric made from 100-percent silicone with a 100-percent polyester double-knit backing, allowing better recovery and 4-way stretch for easier upholstering. Produced with a dry casting process that uses less energy, no solvents and very little water, it does not contain PVC, plasticizer, phthalates, stabilizers, heavy metals or Bisphenol A. It is inherently stain-resistant, and resistant to chemical disinfectants, mildew, hydrolysis, UV degradation and denim dyes, offering superior cold crack performance. Three patterns are currently available: Silex, a solid in 35 colors; Hayden, a distressed leather look in 16 colors; and Santa Fe, a savage print in 13 colors. 

Designed for dye-sublimation printing, Jennifer S/914 polyester/Lycra^® blend offers superior stretch and recovery, with advanced moisture management and wicking finishes for performance and comfort. Applications include leggings, yoga pants, compression tops and swimwear. 

High-performance polyester Cordura^® HP is recommended for backpacks, custom bags, luggage, equestrian and pet products, travel accessories and outdoor gear. Heavy-duty fabric is constructed using quality Invista^™ textured polyester which meets Cordura brand standards. Available in a variety of colors, and also in white as an optional print medium.

Waterproof Mega Grip II^™ is an advanced slip-resistant fabric, flexible, resilient and washable, used in medical supplies, equestrian clothing, motocross seating, shoulder straps, and panels for bags, cases and luggage when stretch isn’t required. Can be used for sewing or welding numerous durable products, offering superior grip in wet, dry, hot and cold conditions.

AdventurePro fabric is water-repellent and urethane-coated to withstand the elements, a dyed 600-denier cationic polyester that features rich colors and produces a unique heathered look. Tough and easy to clean, it’s recommended for backpacks, luggage, ski bags and totes. 

Recommended for medium-sized shade sails, custom awnings and other shade structures, SolaMesh^® is an innovative outdoor fabric using polymer technology, a lightweight fabric designed for areas with frequent sun exposure. Made from strong and highly stable HDPE monofilament cloth and tape, it is extremely UV-resistant and easy to clean. Offered exclusively from Trivantage in 19 colors, supported by a 10-year warranty. 

Recommended for small tent structures and printed awnings, Soltis Proof Vivo^™ is a printable material (UV, latex, eco-solvent, solvent) with an attractive natural fiber look and
feel. With exceptional strength and durability, the waterproof material is resistant to mold and fading, and is backed by an 8-year warranty for fixed applications. 

Dickson^® Graphic Fabrics comprise a collection of PVC Banner and EverGreen Fabrics optimal for digital printing, recommended for custom banners, signage and wall coverings. Fabrics offer cut resistance, flame retardancy and dual indoor or outdoor use. EverGreen Fabrics are PVC-free, specially designed to meet the strictest human health and environmental standards. 

Designed for a variety of marine applications, from boat covers to biminis, Aqualon^® Edge is powered by Perfecta Marine technology to keep surfaces and interior temperatures cool—providing heat reduction, reflection and UV resistance. Material defends against water, peeling, cracking, fading, mildew and rot; available exclusively from Trivantage, with an extended 7-year warranty.

Water-repellent, mildew-resistant and UV-resistant, HarborTime^® Edge is crafted with cutting-edge Perfecta Marine technology: a vinyl polyester that keeps surfaces cool and reduces internal temperatures. Used for marine canvas tops, T-tops, mooring covers and travel covers, it weighs 11 ounces per square yard, and is available in 15 modern colors that provide maximum strength.