Made from FR Phase 1 which is one of the lightest most durable FR fabrics on the market, the ling sleeved Lightweight Assaulter Shirt joins the short sleeved version already on the market.
The fabric also features Acclimate Dry Moisture Management to wick sweat away from the body and dry rapidly as well as AG47 Silver Anti-Microbial to fight and eliminate harmful bacteria from your sweat, leaving you odor free.
Noble’s multi-spectral shielding and antimicrobial technology supports modern era of warfare
SCRANTON, PA. (January 10, 2023) — Noble Biomaterials, creator of conductive energy textiles and advanced antimicrobial systems, announces today that its Noble Dfense™ technology is expanding into European countries as the war in Ukraine continues and combat troop demands become increasingly technical.
Noble Biomaterials has been a major supply partner to the United States military for over two decades. Noble’s Dfense™ technology has recently been adopted by government agencies in Israel, Asia, The United Kingdom, and now the product portfolio is expanding to Eastern European countries as the conflict in Ukraine continues.
“Noble Dfense™ has proven highly effective in mission-critical military and aerospace applications,” said Joel Furey, Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Noble Biomaterials. “Noble Biomaterials has spent years developing multi-spectral energy management systems for security and protection. Whether the objective is to transfer energy, shield energy, or add antimicrobial technology, our portfolio of products embeds capabilities that provide a measurable combat advantage for U.S. forces and our allies.”
Noble Dfense™ products include fiber, fabric, and foam textiles used in soft or hard surfaces for fixed and mobile applications. Commercial products include apparel fabrics, tents, shelters, tapes, wallpapers, and medical devices. Noble Dfense™ was originally developed to permanently mitigate bacteria build-up. The silver technology quickly transitioned into solutions in EMI/RFI shielding, thermal and electrical conductivity, IR signature, biometric monitoring, and static control.
Noble Biomaterials is a registered FDA medical device facility, an essential sole-source technology supplier of medical components to the US military, and a US EPA–registered antimicrobial manufacturer. Noble products are EPA, FIFRA, BPR, and CE conforming.
The silver technology used in Noble Dfense™ provide a mechanical antimicrobial benefit that removes bacteria on fabric. The technology is permanent and never washes out of the fabric. Noble Dfense™ uses passive and active mitigation systems with the ability to counter directed energy attacks in fixed and mobile locations. The technology utilizes proprietary material technology that scatters and shields energy waves by reducing the power of the wave up to 100dB. This level of protection, deployable within soft and hard surface applications, is far above industry commercial standards and is currently utilized by the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of State.
Noble Dfense™Conductive Material from Noble Biomaterials
For more information on Noble Biomaterials and to view their full range of fabric applications, please visit www.noblebiomaterials.com.
BROOKLYN, OH – January 13, 2023 – MMI Textiles and Milliken & Company announced today a commercial market partnership that allows MMI to supply Milliken Tegris® Thermoplastic Composite fabric. MMI will be able to offer Tegris® at less than case quantities, effective immediately.
Milliken Tegris® Thermoplastic Composite fabric is designed for heavy-duty, often dangerous work. A breakthrough material that provides excellent protection against fragment, projectile or blast threats, it is engineered specifically for applications that need high stiffness, like plate carriers and belts. The fabric features a lighter total weight than traditional thermoplastics and composites without sacrificing protection.
“We are thrilled to partner with an iconic, global, textile supplier in Milliken and offer their proven Tegris® product line to our vast customer base. Our team looks forward to a growing partnership with Milliken to provide the very best solutions to our warfighters and many other markets that we serve.” Amy Bircher, CEO & Founder of MMI Textiles.
“Being able to offer Tegris® and partner with a leader in the textile industry like Milliken further illustrates MMI’s commitment to provide innovative products to the end customer, especially those that protect our warfighters. We continue to focus and expand our range of products to support customer needs and participate in new market segments.” said Director of Business Development of MMI Textiles, Joey Smith.
Milliken worked closely with MMI to provide a comprehensive education on the product that positions the distributor as an expert on Tegris®. The partnership is uniquely designed to improve customer experience and provide an opportunity for partners to access Tegris® at quantities that were not previously offered.
“Our commitment to the military industry means that we’re always on the lookout for ways to better serve and bring opportunities to advance the market,” said David Smith, president of Milliken’s Textile Business.
“We’re excited to partner with MMI and know they’re an ideal partner to help us ensure that anyone looking to develop the next generation of performance protection has the best materials, like Tegris®, at their disposal,” Bruce LaFlam, vice president of sales and marketing for Government Defense at Milliken.
In partnership with HLC Industries, CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics will debut new nylon 6,6 Navy Blue Solution Dyed (SDN) CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric that provides unparalleled lot-to-lot color consistency plus long-lasting color durability and Stewardship benefits for Military, Tactical and Law Enforcement Markets
Kennesaw, GA, USA –January 13, 2023 Set to propel and underscore its commitment to best-in-class solution-dyed nylon 6,6 fiber technology innovation and its commitment to developing the durable, sustainable fabric solutions of tomorrow, the exclusive new Navy Blue CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric offered by Pennsylvania based HLC Industries, a premium long-term supplier of CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics will debut at SHOT Show Supplier Showcase in Las Vegas (January 16-17, 2023).
This new CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric offering leads the pack of the brand’s next generation of solution-dyed nylon 6,6 (SDN) colors and answers the call for expansion of navy colorway options into Military, Tactical, and Law Enforcement applications. If you are visiting the show, stop by both the CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics (#52400) and HLC Industries (#51700) booths.
CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric is engineered with high-tenacity nylon 6,6 multi-filament fiber that locks in the color at the molten polymer extrusion level to create deep, durable color throughout the entire fiber structure. CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric has excellent color fastness, UV-fade and abrasion resistance, extended UV strength stability, and long-lasting color vibrancy. Color consistency is crucial when pairing fabric with other materials such as webbing and elastic to create uniform garments and gear.
A summary of the fabric’s tangible benefits include:
• Excellent resistance to abrasion, tear, and tensile strength
• Lot-to-lot and multi-component color consistency (fabric, webbing, cordage, and trims)
• Locked in color – resists “frosting” under abrasion
• Dull Matte – non-shiny appearance
• Inherent low NIR reflectance capability
• Resists color loss after UV exposure or washing
• Retains strength after extended UV exposure
• 100% high tenacity nylon 6,6 filament fiber
Additionally, compared to conventional level acid piece dyeing to SDN, the process used to make CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric uses less water, energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases*.
“Throughout our 55-year brand journey, we’ve worked to establish a foundation built on durable and long-lasting fiber technologies, including our legacy of solution dyed, high-performance nylon 6,6 offerings. As we advance on this journey, we continue to invest and expand our capabilities to include solutions that are not only durable but step lighter on the path to sustainability”, explains Cindy McNaull® brand business development director.
“The launch of our latest Navy Blue CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric is a testament to the strength of supply chain collaboration between INVISTA and HLC Industries – together listening to the voice of our customers, identifying unmet needs, solving problems and inventing cutting-edge solutions; designing with true purpose,” explains Tina Rogers, CORDURA® strategic military account manager.
HLC Industries Marnie Landau, Executive Vice President added: “Navy Blue is one of the most commonly used colors in law enforcement, military, tactical, and workwear applications. This new addition to the CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabric portfolio offers shade uniformity across the components of apparel and gear, and durable enough to stay true after exposure to the elements and intense military/outdoor missions. Partnering with the CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics team to develop a crucial high tenacity, solution dyed nylon 6,6 navy blue offering was the natural choice.”
“The launch of CORDURA® Navy Blue TrueLock™ fiber is a major milestone for INVISTA’s Camden, S.C. facility which we have expanded with new equipment in recent years to increase U.S. capacity of high-tenacity, nylon 6,6 specialty fibers for Military, Tactical, Law Enforcement, Workwear and Outdoor end-uses,” explains Erik Walker, Global Military Segment Leader. “Together with HLC Industries we are dedicated to meeting the evolving needs in critical protective applications such as ballistic vest covers, bags, packs, and outerwear.”
In addition to Navy Blue, Berry Compliant CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fabrics are also available in Desert Sand, Tan-499, Coyote-498, Ranger Green, Camo Green-483, Wolf Gray and Black**.
Learn more at CORDURA® – TrueLock™ Fabric.
*2013 LCA study based on the average comparison of conventional level acid Piece Dyeing to SDN at 3 independent/3rd party dyeing and finishing mills.
** Numbers denote US Military color specification.
For years, law enforcement, security forces, and first responders in the USA and abroad have dealt with the inconsistency of conventionally dyed nylon (“Piece Dyed”) fabrics. Additionally, these piece dyed nylon fabrics fade significantly just hours after exposure to UV light.
The manufacturers of law enforcement and police gear turned to HLC Industries to provide a solution.
In a cooperative effort, HLC and industry partner INVISTA engineered two new solution dyed nylon CORDURA® shades:
FORCE BLUE™
BLUE 9™
FORCE Blue™ is a very dark navy, common in law enforcement uniforms and vests.
BLUE 9™ is a traditional navy, to be used in numerous commercial, tactical and workwear applications as well as some law enforcement equipage.
Both shades will be added to the family of In-Stock solution dyed CORDURA® nylons (500D & 1000D) and sold exclusively by HLC Industries.
FORCE Blue™ and Blue 9™ feature the CORDURA® TrueLock™ Fiber and will share all the added benefits of solution dyed nylon:
• Abrasion resistance
• Lot-to-Lot color consistency
• Locked in color
• Resistant to UV exposure
For samples, please contact HLC, Sales@HLCIndustries.com
Propex, the manufacturer of Curv Tactical™ is excited to join our partners and exclusive North American distributor, Ocean State Innovations, at their Supplier Showcase booth #52240.
Curv® is a self-reinforced thermoplastic composite material that does not require thermoset resin, glass, or any other support structure to maintain its strength or impact resistance. Discover and explore how you can use Curv Tactical™ as a durable lightweight stiffener in protective vests, MOLLE attachments, belts, harnesses, holsters, backpacks, ballistic vests and a range of other equipment pieces. The unique mono-construction of Curv Tactical™ allows it to be sewn, glued, laser-cut or thermoformed for precise fitment. High stiffness, high tensile strength, superior impact resistance and formability with extremely low density are all highlights of Curv Tactical™.
We are looking forward to greeting you at booth #52240. Learn more about Curv Tactical™ and discover our newest advancements.
Murdock Webbing is your source for narrow woven webbing. Visit us at SHOT Show 2023 at Booth #31000. Bring your ideas and challenge us. We can provide the textile solutions that will separate your product from your competitors.
We look good for our age. Since 1936, Murdock Webbing has been an industry leader in manufacturing narrow woven fabrics. We are committed to excellence, creating new innovative technologies, and continuously improving our product lines. All our manufacturing is done in the USA, and equipped with needle, shuttle, and specialized jacquard looms.
As a small family-owned business, we are able to work closely with our customers. Together we can create innovative woven products that meet your needs. We have industry leading design experts specializing in visual, and technical constructions for optimal textile performance. We also provide services such as prototyping, light assembly, hot cutting, dyeing, and finishing. We are backed by a certified quality assurance lab, and skillful, committed employees. We’re here for you.
SHOT Show Booth 31000
[Seattle, WA, December 19, 2022]— Nikwax, the international leader in PFC-free high performance technical cleaners and waterproofing products for outdoor apparel, footwear and gear, has introduced the world’s highest performing waterproof downs — Nikwax Hydrophobic Down+ (NHD+) and Nikwax Hydrophobic Down Recycled (NHD Recycled). The two PFC-free options offer a more sustainable solution at the highest level of performance available.
The world’s highest performing waterproof down fill.
Completely PFC-free formula
Exceeds 10,000 minutes on the IDFB 18a Shake Test
Responsible Down Certified (RDS)
Available in 650-900 fill powers
Keeps users dry more than 600% longer than competing waterproof down products
Designed for lasting performance with Nikwax aftercare products
The world’s highest performing waterproof recycled down fill.
Completely PFC-free formula
Exceeds 1,000 minutes on the IDFB 18a Shake Test
Global Recycled Standard certification available (GRS)
Comprised completely of recycled down fill
Available in 650-800 fill powers
Keeps users dry more than 900% longer than untreated down
Designed for lasting performance with Nikwax aftercare products
With 45 years of experience in perfecting high performing PFC-free aftercare products, Nikwax is able to deliver the highest performing hydrophobic down products to outdoor industry brands. Nikwax understands its fundamental responsibility to preserve the natural environment while preventing further damage to the planet and its people. The company continues to lead with innovative, sustainable, ethical, authentic, and fair practices.
“Our industry partners have been searching for high performing, PFC-free, sustainable hydrophobic down fill options and we’ve been able to deliver two that are not only PFC-free but perform better than anything else in their respective categories,” said Nikwax North America president, Brian Davidson. “Nikwax is known for being a leader in PFC-free chemistry, sustainability, and performance, and we’re looking forward to elevating our brand partners with these new insulation options.”
