Waterproof and flame resistance in a lighter weight fabric

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 830 Weathertyte® Lite incorporates the waterproof properties and flame resistance of Weathertyte as well as the architectural fabric look and feel in a lighter weight material. The 11-ounce material offers easier handling than the original while providing protection from en…
Knitted-fiber fabric allows for breathable mesh

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1338, 1439 DAF introduces spacer mesh, a three-dimensional knitted-fiber fabric that allows for a breathable, air circulating mesh. Made of 200- to 500-denier, spacer mesh is a substitute for foam applications. Other applications include mattresses and yoga pads. Because it red…
Unbroken loop fabric stretches for comfort and function

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1313 Darlington Fabrics introduces Fasten-AIr™, a stretch unbroken loop (UBL) fabric. UBL fabric with spandex stretches for comfort and function and is available in varying degrees of power. Warp knit loop fabric is strong yet soft and is available in a range of widths an…
Simulation and acceleration put materials to the test

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 922 DTL offers a wide range of independent testing services. Environmental simulation and accelerated weathering tests demonstrate a material’s ability to withstand extreme conditions by using specialized chambers that test the effects of such conditions on small componen…
Webbing, hardware and tactical products in one stop

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 752, 754 D-Web brand nylon and polypropylene webbing and Wirewright metal hardware are offered by DirecTex. Other product lines include Titan plastic hardware, GripIt hook and loop closures, ZipIt zipper chains and pulls and Yaw/Liamy Wide Fabrics. A full line of tactical produ…
Machine offers edge control for handling rolled goods

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 400 Eastman will showcase a new Power Roll Stand with edge control for handling rolled material goods. The Power Roll Stand is engineered to introduce rolled material goods for spreading onto an automated conveyor cutting system. It provides consistent feeding tension and ensur…
Patented process coats plastics up to 81 inches wide

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1438, 1539 Erez’s patened process coats plastics up to 81 inches wide. Erez ISO 9002 certified fabrics are used for inflatable boats, rafts, life preservers, tank seals, oil booms, dock shelters, tarpaulins, tension structures, truck covers, geomembranes, roofing and athl…
Eco-friendly material made with engineered thermal polyolefin

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1315 Eco-friendly TPO material from Fabinno is made with specially engineered thermal polyolefin. The material is both chemically and mechanically engineered for strength and adhesion. No dioxin is fumed when burned and no harmful components are used in scrim and coating. Base …
Coatings offered in a range of options for abrasion resistance and water repellency

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1161 Products available include high performance fibers with specialty coatings. Coatings are offered in a range of color, abrasion resistance, UV inhibitors, adhesion promoters, and water repellency options. Products include non-wick aramid and polyester, colored high-modulus …
Polyester thread and bobbin system prevents seam leakage

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 726 Fil-Tec introduces AQUA-SEAL™, a polyester thread and bobbin system that will assist in preventing seam leakage. Aqua-Seal patented bobbins will repeatedly absorb water to help provide a leakproof seam, eliminating the need to tape the seam. SOURCE Fil-Tec Inc.