Practical buying and technical guides on industrial and technical fabrics by A K Industrial Fabrics, Kanpur.
How to Read a Fabric Specification: GSM, Ounces, Yarn Count, Construction and Width
GSM, oz, 20×20, 60×60, RIB STOP, 63 inch width: a clear explanation of the numbers on a fabric specification sheet, with an oz to GSM conversion table and a buyer’s checklist.
Waxed Proof Canvas vs Water Repellent Fabric: Choosing the Right Weatherproof Finish
Waxed canvas and water repellent fabric both keep rain out, but in very different ways. Compare the two finishes and find the right one for bags, jackets, covers, tents and tarpaulins.
Flame Retardant Fabrics Explained: Durable vs Non-Durable FR Finishes and How to Choose
A practical guide to flame retardant fabrics: how FR treatment works, durable vs non-durable finishes, typical uses in tents, drapes and workwear, and a buyer’s checklist.
Cotton Canvas vs Polyester Cotton Canvas: Which Fabric Is Right for Your Application?
Cotton canvas or polyester cotton canvas? Compare strength, shrinkage, breathability, weight and cost, and find the right industrial canvas for tents, tarpaulins, bags and workwear.
Canvas Tarpaulin Buying Guide: GSM, Treatments and Uses in India
How to choose the right canvas tarpaulin in India: canvas vs HDPE and PVC tarpaulins, GSM selection, waterproof and fire-retardant treatments, stitching, sizing and care.
