U.S.-based OMNOVA Solutions has announced the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art specialty chemical plant at the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park (SCIP) in Caojing, China. The plant, part of a recent acquisition of ELIOKEM by OMNOVA Solutions, manufactures Pliocord® vinyl pyridine latex used in tires, hoses and other reinforced rubber applications for the fast-growing Asia-Pacific [...]

Users get an arresting combination of patent shine and matte finish from the tone-on-tone look of Hopscotch from J. Ennis Fabrics. Hopscotch is available in 13 trendsetting colors such as Molasses, Copper Kettle and classic Black Magic. Hopscotch has a unique basket weave texture with a metallic look to its shine. Mildew resistant, with a [...]

As the performance and durability of flexible photovoltaics increase, so do market possibilities. By Kikuko Tagawa At the World Expo 2010 Shanghai (“Better City—Better Life”), which ended on October 31, the Japan Pavilion presented a 100 by 50 by 24-meter dome with a roof made of steel-framed ETFE film: architecture with an organic image. Putting [...]

SolvoPrint™ Nolite 175 provides 100-percent opacity to remove shadows and image wash-out in backlit conditions. Its rigid, polyester film eliminates edge curl when used in display systems. With a matte finish, its scratch-resistant coating provides for durable graphics, with no lamination required in short-term situations. Suitable for indoor and short-term outdoor use for POP, retail [...]

New offerings in the SheerWeave® line of interior sun control fabrics include SheerWeave Performance™+ that adds highly reflective properties of metallization to traditional SheerWeave for ultimate sun control. Highly durable SheerWeave Basic is designed for spec-driven, window shade projects in the commercial market. SheerWeave with Microban® offers antimicrobial protection for the lifetime of the window [...]

Aptra Elements™ is a metallic, breathable, reflective, durable material with multiple uses in the architectural, construction, marine, tent and upholstery industries to help reduce home and building energy costs. Used as a breathable, air barrier membrane for walls and roofing underlayment, it maintains strength and flexibility without metal surface rub-off or oxidation. SOURCE RKW US [...]

WeatherMax 80’s improved HydroMax finish with no C8 fluorocarbon chemistry, utilizes C6 chemistry and avoids the formation of C8 breakdown products such as PFOA, while maintaining high performance water resistance and breathability. WeatherMax LT also uses the improved HydroMax finish. For awnings and canopies, tents, banners, graphics and marine, military, and automotive applications. Light Charcoal [...]

Sunprint acrylic, weather-resistant fabric with a digital print-receptive finish was developed for awnings, canopies and other outdoor projects. Made from Sattler brand acrylic yarn with TEXgard® finish. FireMaster Plus, with flame retardancy, UV resistance and waterproof finish, offers the commercial market an awning fabric for sun and rain protection. Nautex marine fabrics offer performance capabilities [...]

Alegria, a new 100-percent solution-dyed acrylic awning fabric collection, has a fluorocarbon finish that gives the fabric higher water and dirt repellency. Over 100 stripe designs and 69 solids in 47- and 60-inch widths are available, and it comes with a 10-year warranty. SOURCE Sauleda SA

Crestview is a new offering in the Mayfield Collection® from Tri Vantage® that features 14 new stripes carefully engineered to coordinate with the expansive Sunbrella® furniture fabric line. The collection offers awning fabrics in appealing earth tones with a variety of striped styles ideal for both fixed and retractable awnings. SOURCE Tri Vantage