An overview of the 2014 conference and a look into Tent Conference 2015.

Winners of the 2014 Fabrication Excellence Awards were announced at the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) National Convention.

Advantage MVP 18 Ripstop, the signature 18-ounce coated formula from Value Vinyls, is equipped to handle adverse weather conditions and withstand great physical stress. Constructed with a double reinforced “ripstop” thread to increase tear strength, the fabric is well suited to industrial applications, especially truck tarps. With a soft hand and aesthetic smooth matte finish, [...]

XTRM PLY 30 KEE/EIA HP geomembrane from Engineered Polymer Technologies is flexible and workable in extreme hot and cold environments, with excellent resistance to chemicals including acids and hydrocarbons. Unique width capabilities (up to 120 inches) allow for fewer seams to weld. Standard roll goods are available at a thickness of 30.0 mil. with a [...]

502 Stripes, for awnings, shade sails, marine, tents, industrial, and signage, is available in two- and three-color stripes, offering exact matches to the standard 40 colors of solid membranes on the market. The stripes are coated onto the membrane, resulting in a durable and long-term solution. Manufactured with the patented Precontraint® coating process, the fabric [...]

Heavyweight CORDURA®HP offers a durable construction for backpacks, custom bags, luggage, outdoor gear and more. Constructed with qualifying INVISTA™ textured polyester, CORDURA fabrics are known for contributing to rugged, long-lasting products. Top Value Fabrics +1 855 618 4500; TopValueFabrics.com

Lumitech Reflective fabric is visible after dark and subtle in daylight. The soft product offers better washing and abrasion performance and is available with breathable, water resistant and waterproof properties. The reflective system is applicable with polyester, nylon and cotton fabrics, woven or knitted. For applications such as sportswear and backpacks, the fabric may also [...]

AMTEX® TC is a collection of cotton and Tencel® blends that maximizes comfort and durability of protective workwear without sacrificing fire-retardant protection. Tencel is a cellulosic fiber similar to cotton but with added strength to create protective fabrics that withstand tough jobs. AMTEX TC fabrics feel lighter than they actually are, and the enhanced comfort [...]

Chameleon Skinz features a temperature-sensitive polyethylene thin-gauge film laminated to a cloth that’s converted into a tape product for a range of applications including crafts, athletics and industrial uses. The product displays a significant change in color at the touch of a hand or when it detects alarming high or cold temperatures. It offers excellent [...]

PurThread™ fibers are integrated with an antimicrobial agent when the polymer is molten, providing an even distribution as opposed to a topical coating or coated standard fiber. The result is a flexible fiber that can be blended into multiple yarn combinations and is easily dyed. The antimicrobial agent is non-leaching and retains its efficacy through [...]