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Herculite designs fabric for marine applications

February 1, 2009 | Marine, Products

Herculite Riviera Marine Fabric™ is designed for a variety of marine applications, including bimini tops, enclosure curtains, cockpit and boat covers. Specially formulated with high-quality vinyl that features a soft, supple hand for easy fabrication, the lightweight fabric has a reinforced in…

Variable-temperature heat gun incorporates classic features

February 1, 2009 | Products

Steinel’s Classic Heat Gun Kit features the HL 1910 E variable-temperature electronic heat gun, 14mm and 39mm reflector nozzles, 9mm reduction nozzle, overhead hanger, application guide and convenient aluminum case. The HL 1910 E heat gun incorporates classic quality features: variable tempera…

Printer offers backlit camera option for outdoor applications

February 1, 2009 | Graphics, Products

The new Jeti 3348 Jetspeed UV RTR digital printer from Gandinnovations prints at speeds of 2500 square feet per hour in a 4-color configuration with 48 Spectra print heads. Using the company’s UV-curable branded inks on a variety of materials, including 100 percent PE eco-friendly polyethylene…

Nonwoven wall coverings available in variety of styles

February 1, 2009 | Products

Built on thermoplastic olefin technology, Surface IQ wall coverings feature bold colors, striking patterns and rich, subtle textures—using only water-based inks and coatings. Eight designs and three signature patterns offer more than 50 standard colorways. The eco-friendly nonwoven wall coveri…

Color-changing film indicates temperature

February 1, 2009 | Products

ChroMyx™ from Chameleon Intl. is a complete line of flexible, waterproof, temperature-sensitive, color-changing films that can be fabricated into virtually any product. The patented product line indicates temperature changes visually, through color change by the touch of a hand or when exposed…

Climate control system humidifies textile plants

February 1, 2009 | Products

To prevent problems with yarn breakage, static build-up, dust and lint, Fogco’s overhead “Revolution” climate control system humidifies the air by producing a fine mist and delivering it with a focused air stream, using an integrated horizontal fan to achieve 50–60 percent re…

Fabric canopies transform Oldham Schools

February 1, 2009 | Awnings & Canopies, Markets, Projects

Fabric canopies unite revitalized buildings for Oldham Schools in England. By Helen Elias The city of Oldham in the northwest of England had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Oldham Council was awarded £230 million (about $350 million) to spend on transforming secondary education through refur…

Plastic tab system with matching pairs

February 1, 2009 | Resources

Compiled by Juli Case I’m looking for a headliner system for boats that was new a couple of years ago. It involves a plastic tab system with matching pairs that lock. Any idea of what I’m talking about? We think you’re describing the Fastmount System from a company by the same name…

Meeting FMVSS 302 standards

February 1, 2009 | Resources

Compiled by Juli Case My client is asking for a fabric that has a “four minute max” on FMVSS 302. What does that mean? FMVSS 302 is an abbreviation for “flammability of interior materials,” and is a frequently referenced U.S. government specification for flammability, despite…

Regentex sold exclusively by trade name holder

February 1, 2009 | Resources

Compiled by Juli Case Where can I find a fabric called Regentex? Regentex is the trade name of a woven fabric that is a polyester/cotton blend and comes in weights ranging from eight to 24 ounces per square yard. It’s used in a variety of applications, including tarpaulins and horse blankets. …