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Two new printing fabrics
October 20th, 2025
DD7788 Perfect Knit is designed for myriad soft signage applications, including silicone edge graphics, banners, table throws and more. Photo: Fisher Textiles DD7788 Perfect Knit (pictured) is intended for both transfer and direct print. It is designed for myriad soft signage applications, including silicone edge graphics, banners, table throws and more. This flame-retardant fabric is […]
ePTFE marine thread
October 20th, 2025
GORE® TENARA® is sold by the spool in 1/2-pound and 1-pound quantities. Photo: Trivantage GORE® TENARA® is a 3-ply, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) thread that is optimized for high-speed sewing. It was built to be an alternative to polyester or PTFE threads while requiring little to no machine adjustments. GORE TENARA is UV- and water-resistant and […]
On-the-go cleaning
October 13th, 2025
Sunbrella® Erase Stain & Spot Remover is sold in two-packs. Photo: Sunbrella Sunbrella® Erase Stain & Spot Remover is an on-the-go stain removing pen designed to fight tough spots and stains immediately. It is a quick solution that uses bleach to penetrate deep into fabric fibers to lift stains. Sunbrella Erase is safe to use […]
Color collaboration for alternative leathers
October 13th, 2025
Crafted using Ultrafabrics’ Takumi™ Technology for a soft-touch feel, the Simple Pleasures leathers are also designed to offer durability in high-traffic spaces. Photo: Ultrafabrics The Simple Pleasures collection is an exclusive seven-color palette of alternative leathers inspired by and in collaboration with Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse. It is best suited for applications […]
UV-resistant and flame-retardant
October 7th, 2025
Snyder Manufacturing's coated mesh is printable, U.S.-made and custom colors available. Photo: Snyder Manufacturing This 72-inch 10-ounce coated mesh is UV-resistant and can be made flame-retardant upon request. The flame-retardant version passes California State Fire Marshall Title 19 NFPA-701-2019 Test Method A. ASTM E-84 Class A flame spreading rating. Printable, U.S.-made and custom colors available.snyderman.com
Multiple printing options
October 6th, 2025
The P5 X offers a beam system, multifunctional status bar, multizone vacuum and adjustable vacuum table. Photo: Durst Image Technology US LLC The Durst P5 X is a new addition to the P5 Platform of printers, with a smaller footprint than other models. It was designed to meet the demands of mid-range large-format printing and […]
Nature-inspired durability
September 30th, 2025
Batyline Eden Life features a core yarn made from 100 percent recycled polyester and a 50 percent recycled acrylic outer layer. Photo: Serge Ferrari Group A new addition to the Batyline collection, Batyline Eden Life is engineered for high-performance outdoor furniture and marine applications. The fabric features a core yarn made from 100 percent recycled […]
Reducing apparel textile waste
September 29th, 2025
Lucia T2T is produced through tertiary recycling, where discarded textiles are shredded and crushed to have colorants and treatments removed. Photo: Camira Fabrics Lucia T2T is a recycled polyester for panel and acoustic applications made from 100% textile-to-textile (T2T) waste in the apparel market. The polyester is produced through tertiary recycling, where discarded textiles are […]
Single-solution coating
September 23rd, 2025
AkoTech™ offers antimicrobial properties, chemical resistance, UV stability, water/oil repellency and more. Photo: AkoTech AkoTech™ is an advanced platform of multifunctional coating technologies for PVC- and PU-based coated fabrics. It is built to enhance and shield a broad spectrum of products with a single solution. AkoTech’s layer of protection is designed to complement the antifungal […]
Water-repellent and PFAS-free
September 22nd, 2025
The Sunbrella Plus® marine shade collection's non-PFAS formula is compliant with all state PFAS regulations. Photo: Sunbrella The Sunbrella Plus® marine shade collection now offers four new colors: Marine Blue, Jockey Red, Forest Green and Smoke. The shade fabrics deliver water repellency without compromising breathability and performance through its undercoating. The result is a versatile […]