Hydrofend CVR has a sturdy tensile strength, resists wind-whipping while towing and is fade-resistant. Photo: Trivantage Hydrofend CVR is a durable, lightweight, gel-coat friendly marine cover fabric designed to offer top-notch weather defense. It is built to clean, store and fabricate easily with minimal fraying or damage, as well as resist puckering when sewn. Hydrofend [...]

eTek™ Vinyl-Coated Polyester (VCP) is available in 18oz—offered in nine colors—and 22 oz.—offered in three colors. Photo: Rochford Supply Co. eTek™ Vinyl-Coated Polyester (VCP) is a durable fabric designed for heavy-duty use in tarps, covers and liners for demanding applications. Measuring 61 inches wide, VCP is waterproof, as well as resistant to UV rays, mold [...]

E-Z Snap Zipper and Snap Lube is gentle on fabrics while maintaining like-new performance on zippers and snaps. Photo: Iosso Products Years of exposure can take its toll on zippers and snaps used on boat covers, windshields and other outdoor items. E-Z Snap Zipper and Snap Lube is gentle on fabrics while maintaining like-new performance [...]

Nautolex Helm is available in 13 colors, including Conch, Blue Lagoon, Driftwood and Treasure Chest. Photo: SURTECO Nautolex Helm is designed for marine seating and outdoor furniture cushions. It is treated with PreFixx® protective finish, designed to provide superior cleanability and abrasion resistance to increase the material’s lifespan. Helm was built with UV-resistant pigments and [...]

Part of Keyston Bros’ Sunbrella® Contract collection, the fabric works for indoor and outdoor seating applications. Photo: Keyston Bros Hightower fabric features a large-scale, bold plaid pattern with delicate slanted lines woven into the design to create a captivating visual effect. Part of Keyston Bros’ Sunbrella® Contract collection, the fabric works for indoor and outdoor [...]

AquaGuard® Crocodile Marine Vinyl features a PVC face and polyester backing, with over 15 color options. Photo: Big Z Fabric AquaGuard® Crocodile Marine Vinyl is a waterproof fabric with a classic crocodile skin pattern, to give the finished product a stylish and retro look. It is fire-resistant, anti-fungal and mildew-resistant, with a UV resistance equal [...]

I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that you have been busy for the past few months. This may be my first year at Marine Fabricator, but I’m a born-and-bred Minnesotan who is acutely aware of how much time—or lack thereof—I have to get on the water. It was a common refrain [...]

All calendar events are subject to change. Please check websites for updated information. Sept. 12-13, 2025MFA Southwest Regional WorkshopPaul’s Custom CanvasDenver, Co.textiles.org/marineworkshops Oct. 3-4, 2025MFA Great Lakes/Northeast Regional WorkshopPrecision Custom CanvasSt. Catherines, Ont., Canadatextiles.org/marineworkshops Nov. 5-7, 2025Advanced Textiles ExpoIndiana Convention CenterIndianapolis, Ind.advancedtextilesexpo.com Jan. 8-10, 2026Marine Fabricators ConferenceHyatt Regency SavannahSavannah, Ga.textiles.org/marineconference

© 9dreamstudio | Dreamstime.com Have you ever witnessed a unique method used by an industry colleague and thought to yourself, “That’s so simple—why didn’t I think of that?” This is the concept behind the Tools, Tips and Tricks contest, which the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) runs every year at the Marine Fabricators Conference. Business owners and employees [...]

© Andrea Muscatello | Dreamstime.com It takes skill to be a fabricator, but it takes even more to be a successful fabricator—because at some point, your business may grow enough that you need more space. The steps required for a successful move might be new to you. “Moving a factory is not something you just know how [...]