As a result of the current economic downturn, the board of the National Marine Manufacturers Association unanimously approved a temporary redirection of Grow Boating assessments to support immediate sales-driving efforts at the manufacturer and dealer level. The redirection will begin with assessments incurred on or after Oct. 1, 2008, and continue through June 30, 2009. [...]

Sunbrella sling, awning and marine fabrics from Glen Raven Custom Fabrics have received the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute’s (GEI) Children & Schools certification as low-emitting products, assuring architects, specifiers, building owners and homeowners that these fabrics contribute to healthy indoor air. The GREENGUARD Certification Program, an industry independent, third-party testing program, subjected Glen Raven sling, marine [...]

Recasens USA redesigned its Nautimar fabric and introduced Nauti Plus. Made of tenacity woven polyester, standard weight Nautimar is PVC coated on one side; the heavier Nauti Plus is coated on two sides. The fabrics are fully waterproof, have superior tear and tensile strength and are highly resistant to stretching. A unique silicon finish makes [...]

A blue and white speedboat shot from above while travelling fast. In today’s challenging economic environment, marine fabricators must be tuned into trends within the industry and within the larger sales and marketing landscape. This level of awareness is essential if fabricators are to weather the current economic downturn and position themselves for [...]

Eco-friendliness is one of the biggest trends in any market. Whether or not you’ve jumped on the green bandwagon, doing so will most likely be inevitable and could help your business. Scott Campbell, chairman of the Industrial Fabrics Association International and owner of Rainier Industries in Tukwila, Wash., talks about green initiatives as they relate [...]

This summary of the U.S./Canadian marine fabric market segment focuses mostly on the U.S. marketplace, particularly as it relates to the state of the marine fabric market over the past few years: trends, top marine fabric applications and the market outlook. Much of the information was derived from a recent survey conducted by the Industrial [...]

BondCote’s Marine One, for marine cover and top applications, is a 9.25-ounce coated polyester. It is waterproof, has excellent tensile, tear and abrasion properties, is mildew resistant and passes the FMVSS 302 flame test. Marine One is stocked in 15 bright, UV-resistant colors and is available in 60-inch width and 60-yard rolls. It comes with [...]

Fasnap offers heavy-duty polyester webbing that is ideal for outdoor applications. The webbing will not bleed, is UV resistant and moisture repellent. It’s available in black and white and in various widths. SOURCE Fasnap, 800 624 2058, sales@fasnap.com

Cooley Sign & Awning Products’ Weathertyte Lite is an 11-ounce, technically advanced waterproof material. It offers the look and feel of a woven fabric and the benefits of a high-performance composite vinyl. Weathertyte Lite is perfect for marine applications where protection from the environment is key. It can be decorated with conventional techniques and it [...]

EZ-Dri polyether-polyurethane foam cushions from Crest Foam Industries Inc. 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 [...]