Rexine material - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBJul 1, 2011 · Compiled by Juli Case What is a ‘rexine’ fabric? A rexine is an artificial leather material. Originally, Rexine was the registered trade name of a particular brand of artificial leather fabric that originated in Europe. In the same way that some brand names come to refer to a general product category (think Xerox for copy … Read More
Glen Raven emphasizes people and the planet in its first corporate ...
WEBApr 26, 2021 · Glen Raven Inc., a leading provider of innovative textiles including Sunbrella® brand fabrics and the parent company of Trivantage, has released its first ever corporate sustainability report, Continuing a Pattern of Good. The report establishes a baseline of metrics across two foundational pillars—“Supporting Our People and Communities” and “Sustaining Our Planet”—while outlining ...
Types of ballistic fabrics - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBJul 1, 2008 · Lower-tech ballistic fabrics are those that are traditionally used in soft-sided luggage and backpacks. Often made of nylon, ballistic fabric is a basket-woven material, with a 2 x 2 weave. It’s commonly made of 1050 denier nylon, but can be made in lighter fabrics, such as a 840 denier. The heavier ballistic nylon is sometimes referred to as ...
Top Value Fabrics announces rebrand to TVF
WEBJun 15, 2020 · Top Value Fabrics, a supplier of high-quality fabric, announced a rebrand to TVF. The rebrand reflects both the evolution of the company as well as a vision for the future. Top Value Fabrics has served people first since its founding in 1974. At the time, value was synonymous with great quality and competitive prices.
Precision Textiles opens new manufacturing facility in North Carolina
WEBOct 4, 2021 · Local business, communal and government leaders joined Precision Textiles in September for the company’s grand opening of its new 160,000 square-foot plant located on a 25-acre campus. After 34 years of manufacturing products domestically out of its headquarters facility in Totowa, N.J., Precision Textiles has formally opened its second manufacturing facility. The new plant is … Read More
Change as business strategy - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBFeb 1, 2020 · After jumping from the food industry to truck tarps, David Callahan targets customers who value quality and innovation over price. by Jill C. Lafferty. Local competitors are trying to go cheaper and cheaper, while we’re trying to do more and more quality,” says David Callahan, owner of Granite State Cover & Canvas Inc., based in Plaistow, N.H.
Developing NASA’s next-generation spacesuit
WEBMay 1, 2018 · New technologies needed. NASA’s next-generation spacesuit will be developed as part of the Extravehicular Activity (EVA) system (activities outside a spacecraft). The early stages of the development will involve building a Deep Space EVA system called xEMU for demonstration on the International Space …
Flammability codes—the basics - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBMay 1, 2015 · Flammability and fire testing. FR testing is usually consistent on a nationwide basis. One of the main building codes is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and covers a lot of products. The other main segments to comply with fire tests are related to aircraft, passenger rail cars and passenger vessels, says Messina.
Understanding the differences between NFPA and CSFM
WEBJun 1, 2008 · Although, like NFPA 701, Title 19 also has two versions, the small-scale and large-scale tests, there are differences between the two specifications as well, such as sample size and exposure to the flame source. In addition, the CSFM specification differs from NFPA 701 in one other important aspect—documentation.
Choosing the right foam for your seating project
WEBAug 1, 2017 · Support: The thickness of the foam will affect its ability to support weight. Consider the weight of the person being supported. A larger person (more than 250 pounds) will need firmer foam. Comfort: The softer the foam, the more comfortable it will be.Adding a Dacron® fiberfill wrap topper is an excellent way to add a bit of comfort while still having a good supportive foam.