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Eco-friendly banner media used for various applications

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 smooth enough for close-up viewing on indoor signage. SOURCE Value Vinyls

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Textile offers features similar to PVC

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 fire-retardant properties meet demanding code restrictions, and its unique coating process [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Eco-friendly foam cushions offer quick-drying comfort

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 environmentally friendly applications. Large, open pores permit water drainage and air circulation, allowing EZ-Dri [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Clear vinyl available for marine and auto markets

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 coating on both sides. Product will initially be offered in 54-inch by 110-inch sheets in clear [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Strap cutting machine features many useful functions

Reliant Converting Equipment Model RCTL-750 strap cutting machine automatically measures and cuts-to-length various strapping materials, from nylon to Kevlar®, up to three inches wide. The ergonomic design automatically unwinds, measures and cuts using cold cutting, hot cutting or ultrasonic cutting, depending upon the machine’s configuration. PLC-controlled system controls tension, manages splices and batch counts. Wider [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Explosion-proof LED light meets customer demands

Model 27XL LED light with Extreme Light Technology (XLT) is now available with a clear lens option as well as amber, blue, green and red, producing 60 high-intensity flashes per minute. XLT is a breakthrough high-intensity LED array designed to meet the demands of industrial customers, producing maximum light output and superior lens fill. Field [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Custom-made screens for retractable awnings

Custom-made screens for retractable awnings in sizes up to 20 feet by 16 feet, 6 inches are available to give awning companies an opportunity to expand their offerings to their customers for whom a screen option is a key element. Units are custom made for almost any retractable awning utilizing marine components. Licenses and exclusive [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Sanitized® Silver used to produce textile finish

Developed and produced in Switzerland, Sanitized® Silver is based on silver salt (not metallic silver), scientifically recognized as having natural antimicrobial properties, producing a textile finish that can be applied without a binder. The finish acts on the bacterial cell membranes, preventing their growth and hindering the reproduction of bacteria responsible for the development of [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Lead-free interior sun control products

Problem: Sun control products for interiors sometimes contain lead, and even low levels of lead are considered to be harmful. Solution: SheerWeave interior sun control products from Phifer are lead-free, PVC-free and 100 percent recyclable. The fabric’s light-filtering qualities diffuse light, reduce glare and help control solar heat gain, while still providing outward visibility. The [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|

Fibers and yarns create comfortable, dry apparel

Problem: Staying dry and comfortable is the challenge for performance apparel fabrics. Solution: Cocona® fibers and yarns use activated carbon made from recycled coconut shells, a natural and renewable resource that can be used in a wide range of knit and woven fabrics, as well as nonwovens, to provide effective evaporative cooling, odor absorption and [...]

By |2009-04-01T00:00:00-05:00April 1, 2009|
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