Materials & Printing
Materials & Printing
Use this guide to discuss material, printing, construction, and documentation. Final selections must be confirmed for the exact project.
Material Options
PVC Tarpaulin
A vinyl-coated fabric option often considered for applications that need welded seams or a heavier construction. Confirm thickness, weight, coating, intended use, and any test documentation for the exact order.
Oxford Fabric
A woven nylon or polyester option commonly considered where packability and lower weight matter. Confirm fiber, denier, coating, print method, and intended indoor or outdoor use for the project.
PVC-Coated Polyester
Polyester scrim with a PVC coating can be considered for selected structures. Suitability depends on the construction, seam method, loading, environment, maintenance, and product-specific specification.
TPU
Thermoplastic polyurethane can be discussed for projects needing particular flexibility, transparency, or surface characteristics. Any environmental, medical, or food-contact suitability requires separate evidence for the exact material and use.
Fire-Performance Documentation
Ask the venue or responsible authority which test method and documents apply. Confirm that any report or certificate matches the exact material, manufacturer, date, market, and intended use before ordering.
Printing Methods
Dye-Sublimation
A heat-transfer process used with compatible fabrics. Color, finish, weather exposure, cleaning limits, and expected service conditions should be confirmed from a project-specific sample or specification.
Digital Print
Full-color CMYK printing directly onto the material surface. Photorealistic detail and gradient capability. Ideal for complex artwork, product replicas, and photographic imagery.
Screen Print
Ink pressed through a mesh stencil. Cost-effective for large runs with simple, solid-color designs. Limited color count but excellent opacity on dark fabrics.
Seams & Reinforcement
- Confirm whether each panel joint is sewn, welded, bonded, or uses another documented construction method.
- Match the seam method to the exact material, inflation system, intended environment, and maintenance plan.
- Identify reinforcement and attachment details for inflation ports, anchor points, and other project-specific load paths.
- Agree in writing on inspection scope, acceptance criteria, records, and any independent testing before production.
Blower & Power Options
Electrical Supply
Confirm destination voltage, frequency, available current, and venue supply.
Plug & Connection
Confirm the exact plug, extension lead, protection, and weather exposure for the site.
Equipment Documents
Verify the supplied blower model, marking or listing, and matching documents in writing.
Site Review
Have the venue or a qualified person confirm circuit and installation requirements.
Need Detailed Material Specs?
Request the available material specification and supporting documents for your intended product, venue, and destination.
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