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TruRain tester uses just 1% of the water because of recirculating unit

October 1st, 2023

The TruRain instrument (second from right) uses only 1% of the water that a typical Bundesmann tester does because the machine recirculates it. Photo: James Heal Reducing water and energy use in textile manufacturing is top of mind in the industry, and the new water repellency tester from James Heal aims to make a difference […]

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Catching Up With Sunbrella: Introducing Charlie Withers 

October 1st, 2023

Get to know the newest member of the Sunbrella team, Charlie Withers. With 20 years of experience with Taylor Made Fabrics, Charlie joined Glen Raven in June 2023 as the Shade and Marine Sales Director.  What initially drew you to the industry?  I grew up in a boating family and started my career as an […]

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Scratch-Resistant and PFAS-Free

October 1st, 2023

In March 2023, an automotive aftermarket manufacturer launching a new line of flexible vinyl tonneau covers for pickup trucks approached APV Engineered Coatings with a request: help them improve the durability of their product while maintaining its matte finish. APV went a step further by engineering a coating formula that met the customer’s needs while […]

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