Tape and sealing technology create strong seams

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Marine, Products

Problem: A cost-effective, heat-sealing machine is needed to produce stronger seams for PVC and acrylic products. Solution: With Miller Weldmaster’s Extreme Seam Tape™ and new impulse sealing technology, the Impulse Extreme™ creates the strongest awning and marine cover seams possi…
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Maintaining outdoor fabrics

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Features, Marine, Tents

Ensure that your customer is getting the right information on cleaning and maintenance of outdoor fabrics. By Holly O’Dell Proper care and maintenance are the cornerstones of an outdoor fabric’s lifespan—and the lack of proper care is also one of the first things that brings unhapp…
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J. Ennis Fabrics provides variety of awning and marine fabrics

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Marine, Products

Sunbrella® awning and marine fabric is 100 percent Sunbrella acrylic. It has a 10-year limited warranty, a 25 percent increase in water repellency with no loss of breathability, and abrasion exceeds 40,000 double-rubs. The fabric is UV resistant rated to 1,500 hours, fade-proof, and stain and mi…
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Herculite releases variety of products

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Graphics, Marine, Products, Tents

Herculite® Natura™ is a new high-performance, fire-resistant, heat-sealable and waterproof textile featuring the look and feel of woven cloth on both sides. Used for commercial awnings and canopies designed to protect people and furnishings from inclement weather and UV rays, while providi…
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Heytex Group presents new marine products

July 1, 2009  |  Marine, Products

Heytex Group presents its latest development in the maritime sector. heytex® boat TPU and heytex® boat TPU blend. heytex boat TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) is a high-performance fabric with a coating especially developed for inflatable boats, consisting of a polyester fabric with an innov…
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The Quality Thread & Notions Co. distributes PTFE sewing thread

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Marine, Products

Quality Thread & Notions Co. is now distributing SolarFix® PTFE sewing thread, available in three sizes of clear PTFE in white and black. Suitable for many outdoor applications, including retractable awnings and marine enclosures. SOURCE The Quality Thread & Notions Co.
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Recasens USA provides wide variety of products

July 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Marine, Products, Upholstery

Recasens manufactures and distributes high performance textiles, including Recacril® 100 percent solution-dyed acrylic marine and awning canvas, and a full line of technical textiles and PVC-coated products. Weather and fade resistant, Recacril canvas has zero shrink and stretch. Updated for 200…
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Customer service keeps businesses afloat

June 15, 2009  |  Management, Marine, Marketing

Focusing on customer service can help navigate a tough economic climate. By Abbie Yarger Businesses are doing all they can to stay afloat in today’s economic environment, from layoffs to budget cuts. One thing they shouldn’t cut is customer service. Creating and sustaining good customer …
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Taylor Made Systems launches repair service

June 12, 2009  |  Industry News, Marine

Taylor Made Systems is offering Taylor Made Advantage Plus, a marine glass repair service. The service specializes in repairs for broken, malfunctioning or outdated marine glass on hatches, windows, roofs, doors, windshields, lights or any other glass parts of a boat. All work is under a Taylor Made…
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Rolls of Shrinkable Fabricâ„¢ available for many applications

May 1, 2009  |  Marine, Markets, Products

Transhield now offers rolls of Shrinkable Fabric™ for industrial, military, marine, RV and power sports applications. The rolls consist of three layers: an outer layer of UV-resistant and anti-condensation polyethylene shrink/stretch film, a middle adhesive layer, and a soft, inner layer to pr…
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