Rexine material - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBJul 1, 2011 · Compiled by Juli Case What is a ‘rexine’ fabric? A rexine is an artificial leather material. Originally, Rexine was the registered trade name of a particular brand of artificial leather fabric that originated in Europe. In the same way that some brand names come to refer to a general product category (think Xerox for copy … Read More
Fabric pricing factors - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBMay 1, 2011 · The average price for cotton fiber over the past 40 years has been about 62 cents per pound. In January 2009, the price was about 50 cents per pound. In 2010 it was 75 cents per pound. By January 2011, it rose to $1.50 and it peaked in March at $2.12, an unprecedented high price. As cotton prices rose, fabric producers began to use more ...
Glen Raven emphasizes people and the planet in its first corporate ...
WEBApr 26, 2021 · Glen Raven Inc., a leading provider of innovative textiles including Sunbrella® brand fabrics and the parent company of Trivantage, has released its first ever corporate sustainability report, Continuing a Pattern of Good. The report establishes a baseline of metrics across two foundational pillars—“Supporting Our People and Communities” and “Sustaining Our Planet”—while outlining ...
Choosing the right foam for your seating project
WEBAug 1, 2017 · Support: The thickness of the foam will affect its ability to support weight. Consider the weight of the person being supported. A larger person (more than 250 pounds) will need firmer foam. Comfort: The softer the foam, the more comfortable it will be.Adding a Dacron® fiberfill wrap topper is an excellent way to add a bit of comfort while still having a good supportive foam.
Precision Textiles opens new manufacturing facility in North Carolina
WEBOct 4, 2021 · Local business, communal and government leaders joined Precision Textiles in September for the company’s grand opening of its new 160,000 square-foot plant located on a 25-acre campus. After 34 years of manufacturing products domestically out of its headquarters facility in Totowa, N.J., Precision Textiles has formally opened its second manufacturing facility. The new plant is … Read More
Projects Archives - Page 19 of 110 - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBLiving sustainably often means challenging the status quo to develop new, more eco-friendly alternatives. That’s the case with Breathe—MINI Living, a unique housing prototype introduced at Milan Salone del Mobile 2017.
Developing NASA’s next-generation spacesuit
WEBMay 1, 2018 · New technologies needed. NASA’s next-generation spacesuit will be developed as part of the Extravehicular Activity (EVA) system (activities outside a spacecraft). The early stages of the development will involve building a Deep Space EVA system called xEMU for demonstration on the International Space …
Power Grab: Smarter, stronger and more powerful textiles
WEBOct 1, 2019 · Today’s textiles are stronger, smarter and more powerful than ever, delivering an array of functionalities that open up a world of opportunities for industries across the board. by Pamela Mills-Senn A determined effort is underway to devise highly functional fabrics and textile-based products. Examples of powerful innovations run the gamut from electrically conducting materials to … Read More
Protecting professionals with slash-resistant clothing
WEBSep 1, 2019 · Slash-resistant clothing can reduce the risk of knife injuries and lacerations, keeping frontline professionals safer. By Robert Kaiser Throughout history, people have protected themselves with specially designed and constructed garments. From furs and chain mail to leather, metals and high-tech fabric, human beings have creatively employed a range of materials to protect against injury and ...
Ultraleather Pearlized collection metallic fabrics
WEBOct 1, 2017 · Recommended for everything from restaurants and lounge areas to corporate jets or cruise ships, the 15 colors in the Pearlized collection provide an array of options in performance-driven materials for seating and upholstery applications across all markets. Ultrafabrics LLC, Tarrytown, N.Y., U.S.A. +1 914 460 1730, www.ultrafabricsllc.com.