Architent® Wideside® Tent Wall Fabrics
Architent WideSide® sidewall tent fabric offers a high gloss finish in both translucent and opaque options. We stock the WideSide in 98” widths in order to help with elimnating seams in the height of your sidewall. This means that your sidewall will not only be more visually appealing, you may be able to reduce manufacturing labor costs up to 30% or more.
Durable and Easy to Clean
Architent Wideside is available in a standard translucent construction, as well as a black out construction. Both include Sure-Chek antimicrobial production and exceptional resistance to UV rays for extended serviceable life.
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How do you weld Wideside fabric?
Some of the most common methods used for seaming Wideside Tent Fabric:
Hot Air Welding
This process of vinyl welding involves the use of hot air—varying from 200 to 600 degrees C or more—to weld two layers of fabric. A nozzle is inserted into the space between the two layers and the hot air is blown inside. Once the surfaces are hot enough, the layers are pressed together using pinch rollers. The weld is created once the rollers are finished pinching the fabrics together.
Radio Frequency Welding
Also known as high frequency or dielectric welding; uses radio waves to create heat.
Solvent Welding
In this process, chemical solvents are used to create a seam. The solvent is placed along the surface of the fabrics and allowed to rest for a short period of time. The solvent’s chemicals break down or soften the fabrics. Once the fabrics are soft enough, pressure is applied to create the seam.
Wedge Welding
Two pieces of fabric are passed through a wedge. The wedge is heated and as the fabrics move along, a roller is used to press them together; a seam is created.
Sewing Using Polyester or Teflon Thread
The seam is created using a sewing machine. Proper thread selection is critical especially when outdoor applications are subject to harsh weather elements. Polyester and Teflon threads offer strength and durability.
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How do I maintain my Herculite Tent Fabric?
Herculite Architent Tent Fabric is a polyester reinforced PVC fabric that will provide many years of satisfactory service. It is waterproof, flame, mildew, stain and dirt resistant. Properly cleaned and periodically maintained, your tent will stand up to the rigors of use. Since no industrial textile is impervious to all hazards, periodic and proper maintenance is important if maximum life of the product is to be realized.
Detailed care and cleaning instructions can be obtained from the tent rental company or manufacturer.
Care and Cleaning information available here.
What are the typical properties?
Wideside HD | Wideside | |
Material | Vinyl laminated on a weft insertion scrim base of high tenacity filament polyester. | Vinyl laminated on a weft insertion scrim base of high tenacity filament polyester. |
Width | 98 inches/2.49 meters | 98 inches/2.49 meters |
Opacity | Opaque | Translucent |
Length | 100 yds | 100 yds |
Weight | 13 oz./yd² | 13 oz./yd² |
Finish | Glossy | Glossy |
Welding | Heat sealable & sewable | Heat sealable & sewable |
Flame | CSFM Title 19, NFPA 701, ASTM D6413 | CSFM Title 19, NFPA 701, ASTM D6413 |
Discovery Process
Herculite professionals in research and development, technical support and customer service have many years of experience in addressing a vast array of industry needs, from product development and process enhancement to go-to-market strategies. This expertise is made available to Herculite Tent and Structure Fabrics customers through the Discovery Process.