My-Villages has launched the DockMaster 8.0 suite of marine business software for beta testing; it features new navigation, scheduling and dashboard features. DockMaster 8.0 unifies the user experience across all modules, improves overall navigation, and provides flexibility and control over critical data. Its architecture has been upgraded to provide seamless connectivity to off-site “cloud” data [...]

The Liberator from Jackson Canvas Co. is a fully automatic, remote-controlled mooring cover/cruising top combination for pontoons constructed from Safety Components’ WeatherMAX 80 fabric. The Liberator features four separate positions: mooring cover, bimini, double bimini (full shade) and bridge for low overpass, and was recently named a 2014 Industrial Fabrics Foundation innovation award-winner.

Brentano introduces Discovery, a new collection of “fantasy leathers,” including Komodo, an embossed polyurethane that recreates the hide of the giant lizard, and Splint, which creates a metallic take on the texture of wood grains or the fissures in tree bark. Both are solvent resistant, antibacterial and bleach-cleanable.

Silver State introduces the Global Beat line of fabrics. Offering 67 SKUs, the designs feature stripes, solids, twills and textured weaves. The SilverState line of fabric and vinyl suits many applications, including residential, commercial, healthcare and hospitality, and are available in a variety of textures, patterns and colors, many of which are designed to repel [...]

The American Red Cross has launched a new flood app to help save lives and reduce losses from floods and flash floods. The free app gives iPhone, iPad and Android smart-phone users instant access to local and real-time information in both English and Spanish. The app includes location-based, audible NOAA flood and flash flood watches [...]

Phifer introduces the Phifertex Contract Line, sling outdoor furniture fabrics designed specifically for the commercial and hospitality segments of the outdoor furniture industry. Available in 16 colors, the PVC-fabric weaves are constructed to withstand extreme weather conditions and are maintenance-free. Phifertex Contract fabrics can be used in awning, umbrella and new exterior fabric applications.

Sarasota, Fla.-based Uniroyal Engineered Products LLC, introduces BeautyGard Supreme stain-resistant protective topcoat. The material creates a barrier between vinyl and most staining agents such as blood, urine, suntan lotion, wine, coffee, pen and permanent marker inks. Most stains can be cleaned with soap and water. BeautyGard Supreme is available on Spirit Supreme in 10 colors, [...]

This patented formula restores outdoor fabrics’ lost water and stain repellency. Powerful enough to protect fabrics in the harshest environment, yet safe for the finest fabrics, wool, silk, and fine leathers, including suede. For use on patio furniture and recommended by Sunbrella. www.303products.com

303 Protectant does not contain petroleum distillates, alcohol, mineral oil or silicone oils. It provides protection against UV rays that can cause discoloration, fading, embrittlement, cracking and/or chalking. It also restores lost color and luster and repels smudges, dust, dirt and soiling.

Recommended by Sunbrella, this patio furniture cleaner rinses residue-free and is used prior to “retreating.” It is safe for all water-safe fabrics and vinyl surfaces. www.303products.com