Tarps cover hazardous debris for transport

February 1, 2009  |  Markets, Projects

[Tarps Manufacturing Inc.] Meredosia, Ill., U.S.A. When the Pekin Power Plant in central Illinois committed to a $1 million asbestos removal project in 2008, it was clear that special equipment was going to be needed to handle the hazardous debris. Tarps Manufacturing Inc., Meredosia, Ill. was calle…
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Flatbed protection system acts as traveling billboard

February 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Markets, Products

[Aero-Kit Industries & Tarp Technology Innovations] Burlington, Ontario, Canada Flatbed transportation has moved beyond the load limitations that used to limit haulers. The LOOK® Advanced Covering Sliding System is a versatile and convertible load protection system for flatbed trailers, adap…
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Thermocutter features handle that never gets hot

February 1, 2009  |  Products

Problem: Hot knife cutters tend to be heavy, and the handle can get uncomfortably hot. Solution: At only 11 1/2 ounces, the AZTC-20 electronic thermocutter from Abbeon Cal Inc. is less than half the weight of other cutters. The transformer found on other cutters has been replaced by high-tech electr…
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Awning creates shade in corners and tight spaces

February 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Products

Problem: Shade is needed for the corner of a building, or an odd-shaped spot that a standard retractable awning or a shade umbrella won’t accommodate. Solution: The 90-degree SeaShell Awning is designed for creating shaded areas in corners or troublesome tight locations. It does not have footi…
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RF technology allows RF machines to weld polymers

February 1, 2009  |  Products

Problem: Polyolefin is a cost-effective replacement for PVC or urethane, but it needs special welding machinery. Solution: Genesis Manufacturing Inc. offers a unique proprietary RF technology that expands the use of most RF machines, making them capable of welding polymers, such as polyolefins. Avai…
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Lightweight spunmelt fabric reduces noise

February 1, 2009  |  Products

Problem: Quieter is better, but it usually means adding bulk and weight to sound-absorbing materials. Solution: Polymer Group Inc. (PGI) has developed a spunmelt fabric that can be used with foam, insulation, meltblown, high loft or other sound-absorbing materials as the outside facing material for …
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Keder can be welded to polyethylene panels

February 1, 2009  |  Products

Problem: Standard PVC-coated polyester keder cannot be welded to polyethylene panels. Solution: Polyethylene keder made by American Keder Inc. offers the strength of a polyester fabric with the ability to be welded to polyethylene panels. With careful attention to temperature in the welding process,…
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Carpet ideal for indoor digital printing

February 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Products

Problem: Your customer is short on promotional space, or just wants to create a unique, branded environment without using wall, window or display space. Solution: UltraCarpet Extra by Ultraflex is a white tufted pile carpet especially made for solvent, eco-solvent and UV inkjet printing. Ink will no…
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Safe options for tensioned fabric structures

February 1, 2009  |  Fabric Structures, Products

Problem: More stringent building codes have restricted choices for tensioned fabric structures. Solution: Atex™, by P-D Interglas Technologies, provides environmentally friendly, completely non-combustible fabrics in almost any color. These fabrics provide the marketplace with a truly commerci…
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