All Entries | 2019

Sattler 745FR
Bainbridge International Inc.  |  bainbridgeintusa.com  |  +1 781 821 2600

With a width of 98 inches, Sattler 745FR accepts digital printing. Intended for awnings and canopies, it’s self-cleaning and has an eight-year warranty. Fully flame-retardant NFPA701/CPAI-84, BS7837 rated.

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Weathertyte/ Weathertyte Lite
Bainbridge International Inc.  |  bainbridgeintusa.com  |  +1 781 821 2600

Fully flame-retardant Weathertyte/Weathertyte Lite is designed for awnings and canopies. The waterproof textile is fungus and mildew resistant and comes in 11 and 16 ounce options. Available in a wide range of colors, the vinyl looks and feels like a woven fabric.

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BrrrX W0058
Brrr  |  brrr.com  |  +1 731 434 2777

BrrrX W0058 denim bottomwear is used in denim wear, jackets and shoes, as well as in the outer shells of backpacks, travel kits and similar products. The yarns have a core sheath construction: a spandex yarn in the center for elasticity is wrapped with a co-extruded polyester/nylon yarn, which contains the cooling minerals. The outermost yarn is composed of staple viscose fibers that help maintain the denim feel. 

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BrrrXW0047-1
Brrr  |  brrr.com  |  +1 731 434 2777

BrrrXW0047-1 100 percent brrr nylon lining is recommended for suit linings, backpack linings and mens’ and womens’ wear lining fabrics. It was used in the Jos. A. Banks and Men’s Wearhouse cooling sport coats. Passive cooling does not interrupt the function of any other finishes. 

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BrrrXK0037
Brrr  |  brrr.com  |  +1 731 434 2777

BrrrXK0037 is designed for activewear, athleisure, outerwear and accessories. This product was used as a hat lining for Game Headwear hats. It also offers excellent UV protection (UPF 50+). 

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BrrrXK0027
Brrr  |  brrr.com  |  +1 731 434 2777

Brrr cool fabrics have the brrr Triple Chill Effect (TCE) for superior cooling, active wicking and rapid drying. Core of the TCE are the naturally sourced cooling minerals embedded in the fiber matrix during yarn extrusion—they’ll never wash away, are unaffected by chemicals and are hypoallergenic. A number of different fabrics are available.

BrrrXK0027 provides a comfortable base layer for skiing, fishing and snow jackets. The polyester/propylene jersey is made in collaboration with Fiber Visions’ new dyeable polypropylene, which also includes odor-resistant technology.

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BrrrX 574
Brrr  |  brrr.com  |  +1 731 434 2777

BrrrX 574 can be used in summer men’s and women’s apparel, as well as for activewear and athleisure attire. The natural cooling mechanism does not need to be wetted or snapped to cool. 

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Tinted Clear PVC
Bruin Plastics Co. Inc.  |  bruinplastics.com  |  800 556 7764

Intended for enclosures, welding curtains, and marine and automotive applications, Tinted Clear PVC is a 14 mil, 72.5 inch tinted double-polished product, allowing light to filter through while providing privacy and protection. Available in red, blue, green, yellow and charcoal.

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Sol-Out solution-dyed acrylic fabric
BullionTex  |  casachonburi.com  | 

Sol-Out solution-dyed acrylic fabric is powered by Durashine Fiber and is produced by advanced solution-dyed “Weather-Guard” technology for weather and UV resistance and color retention. Fabrics do not fade for more than five years under direct exposure to sunlight. Highest level of UV protection, chemical resistance against acid/alkali/salt spotting and high abrasion resistance.

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Crafted by collaboration
Designtex  |  designtex.com  |  800 221 1540

Designtex and Coalesse Design Studios have jointly produced Designtex + Coalesse, a collection of nine patterned textiles that showcases unique insights across textile and furniture design to offer upholstery fabrics that explore color, geometry and the tactility of fine fibers. All products in the collection meet or exceed ACT contract standards. From Designtex’s own closed-loop yarn, to the finely milled wool and linen, and pre-consumer recycled cotton recovered from T-shirt manufacturing, each material was sourced and selected to imbue a layer of richness, nuance and ecological responsibility into the final designs.

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Docril® N 
Docril Fabrics  |  docrilfabrics.com  |  +1 919 776 3731

With exceptional resistance to humidity, and including a mold-prevention treatment, Docril® N  waterproof 100 percent solution-dyed acrylic fabrics are recommended for use in nautical awnings, canopies and pergolas, where wet climates and splashing water are common. The special anti-putridity finish prevents the growth of micro-organisms. A technical coating applied balances colors on both sides of the fabric. Other benefits include UV protection, maximum color fastness, oil repellency and a self-cleaning finish.

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Docril acrylic fabrics
Docril Fabrics  |  fit-glassfiber.com.tw  |  +886 5 361 3396

Designed and manufactured for performance and durability outdoors, Docril acrylic fabrics are certified in compliance with the UV Standard 801 (European Standard) with the highest possible protection factor of 80. Suitable for long exposure to weather and for the manufacturing of solar protection systems, Docril is recommended for awnings, sunshades and umbrellas.

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DuPont™ Sorona®/ NIPI™ Thindown®
DuPont Industrial Biosciences  |  biosciences.dupont.com  |  800 847 5311

DuPont and Natural Insulation Products Inc. (NIPI) are collaborating to create a new category of insulation: a seamless sheet of fabric blending DuPont Sorona® and NIPI Thindown® to enhance the warmth, comfort and design flexibility of insulation for outerwear. High-performance Sorona fiber is bio-based, bringing softness, drape and stretch recovery to the new material. Thindown transforms traditional down filling into a seamless sheet of material. Combined, they further revolutionize down applications for insulation that delivers on performance and sustainability. 

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ESSENTIALS
Enduratex  |  enduratex.com  |  800 243 2472

A combination durable coated fabric and PU topskin, which is phthalate-free and contains no plasticizers, ESSENTIALS is used in marine products, health care settings, restaurant seating and outdoor upholstery. With UV-stabilized pigments for outdoor durability, excellent abrasion resistance and a cold crack of –20 (F), it also meets flammability requirements. The solid-color line complements the previously released Enduratex line, Overshadow, which is patterned. Fortified with the Produratect topcoat, the fabric is backed with 100 percent polyester. 

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PTFE Glass membrane
F.I.T. Industrial Co. Ltd.  |  fit-glassfiber.com.tw  |  +886 5 361 3396

Recommended for architecture, tension structures and membrane structures, PTFE Glass membrane uses an advanced manufacturing process and fiberglass yarn technology to achieve excellent mechanical properties with an economic price. UV protection, self-cleaning and durable. 

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GF 4019 Nirvana B.O.B.®
Fisher Textiles  |  fishertextiles.com  |  +1 704 821 8870

Breakthrough banner fabric, a soft knit, has a white face and a finished black back, offering a two-in-one solution for printable fabric with a built-in liner. Key features of GF 4019 Nirvana B.O.B.® include its soft hand, ability to cold cut and 100 percent opacity, providing savings in material and labor. It is 126 inches wide, designed to maximize production efficiency and expand usage options for large-scale banner applications. Winner of SGIA’s 2018 Product of the Year Award for Media—Textile Banner. 

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F7 Certified Fabrics
Fisher Textiles  |  fishertextiles.com  |  +1 704 821 8870

F7 Certified Fabrics are made with a multi-chemical treatment process to ensure thorough and consistent application for outstanding print quality and control of ink migration. An
FR softening agent helps create a softer hand and meets NFPA 701 and DIN 4102 specs. Rolls are wrapped in protective, durable packaging and shipped on custom-sized pallets for ultimate handling protection.

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GF 6090 SunBright®
Fisher Textiles  |  fishertextiles.com  |  +1 704 821 8870

For backlit silicone edge graphics applications, compatible with transfer dye-sublimation printing, GF 6090 SunBright® knit fabric offers enhanced light dispersion for the production of brilliant backlit prints. Providing rich color with a soft hand, it’s wrinkle- and craze-resistant, easy to sew, and features excellent stretch for quick installation and a tight fit in aluminum framing systems. 

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GF 9048 EZ Stretch® Premium
Fisher Textiles  |  fishertextiles.com  |  +1 704 821 8870

Polyester fabric offers outstanding stretch and recovery that does not loosen over time; GF 9048 EZ Stretch® Premium has a unique knitting structure that permits stretch without spandex. Flame-retardant and extremely wrinkle-resistant, and available up to 126 inches wide. Applications include exhibit graphics, geometric displays, photographic backdrops, silicone edge graphics and tension displays. 

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Weather-Chek
Herculite Products Inc.  |  herculite.com  |  800 772 0036

Architectural shade textile composite, Weather-Chek, incorporates specially engineered flexible polymer technology on a high-performance polyester substrate, with a unique hybrid construction that delivers exceptional tear and tensile strength blended with softness and flexibility. It features the textured look of a woven textile with the performance attributes and benefits of a commercial-grade engineered thermoplastic. Waterproof and resistant to mildew, dirt and stains, Weather-Chek contains superior outdoor vinyl pigments to ensure prolonged color retention and UV protection, with the Rain Kleen® top coat to extend fabric life and performance. 

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