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Wider marine fabrics

Miami Corporation

Introducing the new Centennial Tempotest® Marine Collection. These 60” wide Tempotest marine fabrics have expanded to include six new colors and three new coated designs. These are in addition to an expanding 80” wide offering, which now includes Navy.

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Clear viewing

Strataglass LLC

Strataglass® is a top choice for marine enclosure composite, delivering optimal visual clarity at the helm. It features VueShield, a proprietary scratch-resistant coating to ensure maximum durability and is engineered with a distinctive anti-glare additive to enhance clarity, reduce sun glare and improve low-light visibility.

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Sticky snap and zipper cure

Shurhold

Shurhold’s Snap-Stick provides long-lasting lubrication that allows sticky hardware to perform like new. Made in the USA, it is non-toxic, biodegradable and it won’t harm fabric or solid surfaces. Appropriate for metal and plastic zippers, snaps, hinges and other small marine hardware, the solid, wax-like formula applies like lip balm.

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Portable walking foot sewing machine

Sew Strong

Sew Strong’s Portable Walking Foot Sewing Machines are excellent lightweight alternatives to large industrial walking foot sewing machines. Easily transported onto sailboats or RVs, they can be used on any sturdy, flat surface and handle multiple layers of fabric using heavy size needle sizes with heavy threads sizes 69 to 138.

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Smoother zippers and snaps

Iosso

E-Z Snap Zipper & Snap Lubricant keeps snaps and zippers from corroding and locking up. It will not dissipate in hot weather and is waterproof, so it stays on where applied. A clear gel-like substance which does not contain solvents, silicone or Teflon™, it is safe for all types of zippers.

iosso.com

Expandable tonneau cover

Sawtooth Tonneau

The Sawtooth expandable tonneau saves fabricators time and money by providing a quick and easy way to cover cargo on their truck bed, thereby reducing the need for expensive and time-consuming heavy covers. Its expandable design means the cover self-adjusts to fit cargo of different sizes, eliminating the need for multiple covers.

sawtootht.com

Upholstery cleaner for vinyl 

Bling Sauce

Mild Soap Sauce upholstery cleaner is specially formulated to clean cool touch vinyl and synthetic leathers. It has been approved by leading OEM vinyl and upholstery manufacturers for specialty fabrics prohibiting the use of anything other than the use of mild soap. The cleaner is fragrance and dye free, and it repels mold, mildew and fungal stains, rinses residue free and will not discolor vinyl or fabrics.

blingsauce.com

UV-resistant embroidery thread

Quality Thread & Notions

Vision UV-Resistant Embroidery Thread offers vibrant colors that don’t fade out in the sun’s harsh rays. Vision can withstand the intense exposure of UV while still remaining true to its original color. Enhanced resistance to cleaning chemicals, constructed for high-speed sewing in 24 brilliant colors stocked.

qualitythread.com

On-trend upholstery colors

Trivantage

Nassimi Seaquest upholstery fabric is now available in 12 new colors providing fresh, on-trend options to choose from. Available in Roll-N-Pleat by the full roll, and the 1½-width channel pleat comes already built into the fabric to reduce time spent sewing. With a durable embossed leather-like surface, it protects against UV rays, water, mildew, stains and abrasion.

trivantage.com

Stay-cool vinyl

Enduratex

The Enduratex ChromaCool collection is specifically engineered to remain cool to the touch after prolonged sun exposure. The heat-reflective properties reduce fabric surface heat for improved seating comfort and increased longevity of the coated fabric. ChromaCool coated fabrics remain up to 30 degrees cooler than standard vinyl upholstery.

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Marine cushion vinyl

Manart-Hirsch

Manufactured especially for marine and outdoor upholstery use, Sonic’s resilience coating offers outstanding solar resistance, as well as resistance to the elements, mildew and pink staining. With a subtle textured emboss designed in a variety of vibrant colors and cool neutrals, it has a color palette to please everyone.

manart-hirsch.com

Durable snap sets

Stimpson

Stimpson® 24-Line Plain and Screw Stud Snap Sets provide superior snap action and connection strength. Stimpson’s low-profile plain stud snaps for cloth-to-cloth marine applications are available in either marine-grade 304 stainless steel, nickel-plated brass, or brass with a matte black finish that reflects the minimum amount of light.

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Durable crew protection

Serge Ferrari Group

Stamoid Open provides superior protection for the crew aboard any marine vessel. This durable composite fabric is 100% waterproof and highly resistant to severe weather conditions while also providing total UV barrier protection. Reduces the build-up of dirt, mold and mildew, and is easy to clean and maintain.

sergeferrarigroup.com/us

Top-mounted trolling control

Eastern Metal Supply Inc.

Tigress Outriggers & Gear XD Bay Series Top Mount brings precision control to vessels up to 40 feet so they can dial in their spread inshore or off. The XD Bay Series Top Mount delivers full-size performance in a package designed for bay boats. It accepts XD outrigger poles with 1-1/8” butt diameters in carbon or aluminum. Twenty-four adjustable positions in 15-degree increments.

tigressoutriggers.com

Digital patterning software

Autometrix Inc.

PatternSmith is an excellent tool for quickly turning the patterned outline into a complete set of patterns ready for cutting and sewing. This single software program includes tools for pattern drafting, editing, nesting and cutting preparation. The software seamlessly integrates with other Autometrix products like CadShot and the suite of cutting machines.

 

autometrix.com

Seat and cushion underlining

Bruin Plastics Company Inc.

Bruin’s Atlantis marine underlining has expanded to include two new vinyl coated mesh (VCM) constructions: VCM 9 x 12 and VCM 18 x 18. Breathable and strong, these products provide a mildew-resistant barrier that is durable, flexible and dimensionally stable, making it a good choice for the bottom side of marine seats and cushions.

bruinplastics.com

Durable window material

Keder Solutions

SUPERCLEAR™ Vinyl is a cost-effective, versatile material ideal for marine use. It offers protection, visibility, durability and ease of cleaning. Excellent for boat windows and outdoor enclosures, it provides a strong, tear-resistant solution capable of withstanding harsh marine environments.

kedersolutions.com

Protection for inflatables

Glidecoat

Glidecoat’s Inflatable Kit and Inflatable Hard Bottom Kit protect Hypalon, PVC and polyurethane inflatable boats and RIB tubes from the ravages of a marine environment. The kits restore their deep lustrous color and keep the entire boat looking its best for months. The pH-neutral wash safely removes dirt, oils, salt and other residues.

glidecoat.com

Marine production software

MPanel Software Solutions LLC

MPanel Production software is designed specifically for the marine canvas industry. The program has a wizard type interface that guides users through a project step by step. Working as a floating toolbar inside the Rhinoceros CAD environment, the software allows users to input all necessary “extras”: from drawing a model to seam allowances, panel stamping and output options.

mpanel.com

Improved versatility

Sailrite

The newest version of Sailrite’s® Ultrafeed® Sewing Machine comes with the Worker® Power Pack—the most powerful motor on a portable machine. An integrated light comes preinstalled, and the updated Posi-Pin® Safety Shear protects the machine from internal damage if you hit something hard while sewing.

sailrite.com
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