Awning-weight performance fabric exceeds recommendations

April 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Products

Shuford Mills is now offering Outdura in an extended line of awning-weight performance fabric. Outdura provides tested resistance to abrasion, and with an ultraviolet protection factor of 50+, it far exceeds minimum recommendations for these applications. The new weight fabric is also appropriate fo…
Marine fabric offers full waterproof protection

April 1, 2009  |  Marine, Products

Two new textiles from Recasens are recommended for the marine fabricator and boat manufacturer looking to offer customers a fully waterproof fabric that is durable and has excellent tear and tensile strength. Nauti Plus is coated with PVC on two sides; Nautimar is coated on one side. Both are produc…
New geogrid increases life of pavement

April 1, 2009  |  Geosynthetics, Products

Tech Glass Geogrid is used as an interlayer over distressed pavement, or within the overlay for reinforcement, increasing the overall life of the pavement. It retards the development of reflective cracks by absorbing stresses that arise from damaged pavement. A series of glass fiber strands are knit…
Awning material made from recycled PET bottles

April 1, 2009  |  Awnings & Canopies, Products

Shagari awning material is made of solution-dyed polyester fiber recycled from PET bottles. Eco-friendly fabric is fire-retardant, has high quality color fastness and offers a full range of colors. Shagari is also appropriate for casual furniture and marine applications. SOURCE Teijin Fibers Ltd.
3M introduces new banner materials

April 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Products

New banner materials include 3M™ Single-Sided Banner Material IJ51, a 12-ounce scrim-reinforced durable banner at an attractive price; 3M™ Double-Sided Banner Material IJ52, in a durable 15-ounce banner with a block-out layer; 3M™ Mesh Banner Material IJ53, a vinyl-coated flexible …
TriVantage releases new products

April 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Products, Upholstery

The High Point Collection™ III of Sunbrella® fabrics has 117 new style patterns. New collection includes a large grouping of traditional weaves in basic colors designed to coordinate with the patterns and textures that were also added to the collection. There is also a selection of reversi…
Eco-friendly banner media used for various applications

April 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Products

Ecologic recyclable banner media is a PVC-free, 100 percent recyclable material for front-lit, printed applications. With no plasticizers or heavy metals, Ecologic is an environmentally friendly product that still offers the strength and durability required for long-term outdoor use, and it is smoot…
Textile offers features similar to PVC

April 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Products

A new German-made textile offers the textured look of a textile product combined with the dimensional stability and color reproduction of PVC. The lightweight but durable Insight Heavy is designed for interior use for tradeshows, theatrical applications, point of purchase and retail display. Its fir…
Eco-friendly foam cushions offer quick-drying comfort

April 1, 2009  |  Products, Upholstery

EZ-Dri polyether-polyurethane foam cushions from Crest Foam are now available in densities of 1.2, 1.5 and 1.8 pounds per cubic foot, with a comfort range from “plush” to “ultra-firm.” New green EZ-Dri materials, available for the 1.5-density family, are formulated for enviro…
Clear vinyl available for marine and auto markets

April 1, 2009  |  Marine, Markets, Products

Using an innovative new coating chemistry, O’Sullivan Films introduces Ultrashield, a press polished clear vinyl sheet with superior chemical resistance and scratch-resistant properties for the marine and auto markets. Ultrashield is the only RF-sealable clear product with a scratch-resistant …