Sauleda Duo is available in solid colors and 100 percent waterproof. Photo: Sauleda USA Sauleda Duo combines two materials, acrylic and coated technical fabric, to create a double-sided reversible textile. Designed to withstand adverse weather conditions and provide a natural appearance, elegance, design, lightness and thermal comfort while also feeling pleasant to the touch. High [...]

AquaTop® Classic is manufactured by Rochford Supply Co.’s own partner. Photo: Rochford Supply AquaTop® Classic is a 60-inch wide, 9 oz. heavy-duty midweight marine fabric engineered with hyper-thread+ polyester fiber to provide strength, as well as shrink and stretch resistance. The fabric is also non-hygroscopic. AquaTop is coated with single-barrier Marine Avcoat to increase UV [...]

Ideal for streamlining material flow in high-mix production environments. Photo: Pathfinder The EasyLoader Conveyorized Table is designed to transfer pre-layered materials into Pathfinder’s range of automated systems. It conveys stacked or prepared lays from Pathfinder’s FabricPro™ spreading system into the cutter. Ideal for streamlining material flow in high-mix production environments, the EasyLoader reduces manual handling [...]

The synergy between SILESTE’s water-repellent finish and its stain-resistant silicone layer provides added protection. Photo: LTM Textile Resources SILESTE is an alternative to traditional PVC, polyurethane or other outdoor fabrics. It offers lightfastness exceeding 1,000 hours, dual-action water repellency and stain resistance, all of which provide the customer with a product that is less frequently [...]

The 1-inch fiberglass pole is designed for simple storage, setup and removal. Photo: Bainbridge International Ideal for small boats, rigid inflatable boats, skiffs and pontoons, the 1-inch fiberglass pole creates up to 60 square feet of coverage without permanent fixtures. The lightweight pole adjusts from 56 inches to 86 inches and can be used freestanding [...]

PTFE Thread is sold in 1-pound cones and available in white, clear and black. Photo: American Plastics PTFE Thread is best suited for fabricating awnings and tarps. Its strength and weather resistance, as well as its resistance to high temperatures, UV rays and abrasion, make it beneficial for outdoor applications. Sold in 1-pound cones and [...]

This is very much a rhetorical question — I’m self-aware enough to know that you all have way more to offer me than the inverse! Giving or receiving advice is a common theme in this issue, though, and it’s a key aspect of what makes this industry inspiring to cover: You are all so open [...]

All calendar events are subject to change. Please check websites for updated information. May 31–June 2, 2026Outlook Leadership ConferenceThe Westin PoinsettGreenville, S.C.textiles.org/outlook Sept. 15–17, 2026Upholstery & Trim Annual Convention (UTAC)JW Marriott Las Vegas ResortLas Vegas, N.V.textiles.org/utac Nov. 3–5, 2026Advanced Textiles Expo 2026Orange County Convention CenterOrlando, Fla.advancedtextilesexpo.com Jan. 7–9, 20272027 Marine Fabricators ConferenceEmbassy SuitesNashville, Tenn.textiles.org/marineconference

© Mrtwister| Dreamstime.com The Tools, Tips and Tricks contest, sponsored by the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA), is an annual feature at the Marine Fabricators Conference. Attendees submit ideas that have improved their shop life and fellow conference-goers vote for their top three to win prizes. At the 2026 conference, submitters shared additional details about their [...]

Polyester fabrics, such as the HarborTime® Edge Marine Fabric from Trivantage®, are often made into full covers because of their easier handling and smaller storage requirements. Photo: Trivantage Today’s plethora of textile options may seem like a godsend. However, having such abundance may be confusing or worrisome, given how important finding the right solution for [...]