Retractable canopy system built for high winds and heavy rain

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 826 ShadeFX is a canopy system that offers the functionality and performance of fixed-on-frame awnings but is fully retractable. ShadeFX uses one drive beam located in the middle of the canopy to operate the mechanism. ShadeFX can handle high winds, heavy rain and is made from …
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Unique preheat roller system on high-speed welder

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 331 With a faster drive motor and a unique preheat roller system, the Spec High Speed Welder can increase production output. As a 240V unit and providing an overlap style weld finish, two different hot wedges and preheat roller frames options are available in order to match the…
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Radio technology eliminates need for wired awning motors

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 311 Somfy now offers the Sunea™ RTS CMO motor for cassette, semi-cassette and standard awnings. Sunea uses radio technology, eliminating the need for wiring between motors and controls. Additional features include an advanced setting, torque sensing, back release function…
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Retractable awnings with strong hinges resist wind force

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1148 Spettman’s retractable awnings utilize coated-aluminum hinged arms with strong springs to resist wind forces and weather. The awning can be rolled into a robust half-cassette to protect from dirt by hand or electric motor. Awnings feature easy-to-operate pitch adjust…
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Laminated and coated outdoor fabrics offer long life spans

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 348A Stafford Textiles provides laminated and coated PVC fabric to the tent market. Materials include fabrics used in tents, sidewalls, canopies and portable garages. Fabrics offer high quality and long life spans. Tent fabrics are digital print-receptive and suitable for custo…
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Lateral-arm awning provides 99 percent UV protection

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 648 Sunair introduces a new lateral-arm awning model, Sunchoice®. The components of Sunchoice are combined from other successful models with a less expensive arm system and motor. Sunchoice provides up to 99-percent UV protection and is available with a hand crank or option…
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Pool cover fabric provides high shade density

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1126 Nicolon® from TenCate is an effective fabric for swimming pool covers. Nicolon covers provide high shade density to reduce algae growth while the durable mesh fabric is mildew, UV, chemical and rot resistant. Non-absorbent woven polypropylene provides strength and dime…
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Flexible, waterproof zipper has integrated seal

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1726 The TIZIP MasterSeal 10 is a flexible, waterproof zipper with an integrated seal held in position by a row of plastic teeth on top and bottom of the sealing lip. The slider of the closed version docks safely and is completely water and airtight. The tape is coated on both …
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Laminated fabrics useful for water barrier equipment

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1808 Tomlong is specialized in thermoplastic polyurethane film lamination. Laminated/coated fabrics are useful for water barrier equipment or for inflatable gears. PU coatings are available for heat sealable or RF weldable purpose. TPU film lamination is possible on diversified…
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New line of finished blankets for hospitals, hotels and dorms

August 1, 2010  |  News

IFAI Expo 2010 Booth: 1530 Top Value Fabrics introduces a new line of finished blankets. The imported blankets are soft, durable and washable. Ideal for hospitals, hotels, prisons, dorms and camps. The 100-percent cotton blanket is 66 inches by 90 inches, weighs 2.5 pounds and is fire retardant to C…
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