March 2010

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Craig Fawcett builds up a business by building up the staff. By Sigrid Tornquist “Skills can be taught, but you either have character or you don’t. When you find an employee with character and work ethic, those people are your golden people—people you’ll do anything to build up,” says Craig Fawcett, president of Lethbridge Custom [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Problem: Printers don’t necessarily handle metallic and white ink. Solution: The VersaCAMM VS-640 inkjet printer/cutter from Roland DGA Corp. features DPI Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink. Metallic and white inks allow users to add impact to virtually any graphic. The VS-640 is Roland’s largest, fastest and most versatile VersaCAMM printer/cutter to date, designed to produce [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Problem: Traditional PVC trim for covering staples on awnings is not available in all fabrics and colors. Solution: The CaMillion, available from Back-Lit Awnings and Canvas, is a fabric-covered insert that uses the same material as the awning for a perfect texture and color match every time, which will weather and can be cleaned the [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Problem: Acrylic sign boards using fluorescent lighting do not always provide a clean, crisp image on the signage. Solution: The P-Light paper lighting system (PLS) from Takaten Co. Ltd. offers a slim, attractive appearance and more even lighting than traditional fluorescent-lit signage. Made of a translucent, PVC-coated polyester, the flexible face sheet and LED lights [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Problem: Some end-product users may require a high-end awning not generally available in traditional fabrics. Solution: The concept for The Cromie Collection from Durasol Awnings Inc. was to create a design identity for awnings distinct from traditional awning fabrics and other window treatments, raising awnings from accessories to sophisticated building features. Made from through-dyed, weather-resistant, [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Problem: Consumers want high style and plenty of choices for both indoor and outdoor shading. Solution: The Shade Inspiration Collection, a new line of decorative window shades from Tri Vantage, offers style solutions to create a variety of environments from bright and airy to blackout. Available on manually operated or motorized shade systems for indoor [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    Bekaert Textiles is now using REPREVE®, a 100 percent recycled fiber from Unifi Inc., for a new collection of eco-friendly mattress coverings designed for comfort, durability and sustainability. The new collection includes eight patterns, contemporary with a natural theme and a very soft hand. Current constructions are knit, with woven constructions soon to be added.

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    The Ultra Lifestyle Collection of durable, luxurious simulated leather fabrics is designed for marine and outdoor use, engineered to meet the growing demands for strength and environmental responsibility. The fabrics are free of plasticizers, heavy metals, stabilizers,VOCs and formaldehyde; 99 percent of the solvents used in production are captured and recycled. An anti-mildew agent allows [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    The Sublideck Surface Decoration System is a new range of specialty heat presses engineered for dimensional digital decoration. Patented process combines infrared heat and vacuum pressure to mold images onto two- and three-dimensional substrates and surfaces, from automotive parts, sporting gear and fashion products to architectural details and household appliances. Sublideck 2D lets users decorate [...]

  • Published On: March 1, 2010

    SDL Atlas has launched a completely redesigned website that offers visitors a comprehensive look at the company’s textile testing equipment, laboratory products, consumables and service offerings for the fabric, apparel, yarn and fiber industries. Search capabilities allow users to find products based on a list of categories, applications or standards; as well as a listing [...]