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Explore the history of defense manufacturing in the U.S. and how companies like Vinyl Technology support modern military needs.

Inflatable bladders’ functions are primarily for industrial, medical, and marine industries. Air bladders are used to treat broken limbs and transport patients in the medical field. You might also see them used as seat cushions in aircraft. And when it comes to the water, air bladders are often used as a flotation device with an […]

Learn about what it means to be Berry Amendment-Compliant, and what products Vinyl Technology American custom manufactures to follow.

Not all government manufacturers meet the same standards. Learn what sets top-tier federal suppliers apart from the rest.

What is a hazmat suit used for? Most importantly, to keep the person wearing it alive. The person should be in the same condition both before and after wearing. Anything less than that is simply unacceptable. Hazmat suit uses can vary in terms of what the suit protects you from, but the core functionality is […]

From a pool raft to a life-saving water rescue device to an inflatable building, vinyl and PVC welding techniques guarantee a waterproof seal and an airtight bond that you can rely on to help save lives or even just give you an air mattress to sleep on. No matter what you need an inflatable fabric […]

Learn how anti-G suits protect pilots from G-LOC, and why precision manufacturing is essential for aerospace and defense.

A gravity suit helps pilots handle heavy g-force during sharp turns, fast climbs, and sudden flight maneuvers. People often call it a G-suit or anti-G suit. Same family of gear, same basic job: keep blood from pooling in the lower body when acceleration starts pressing hard.  A gravity suit works through pressure. During high-g flight, […]

What is the Difference Between Industrial Sewing & Traditional Sewing? Industrial sewing is the process of attaching two pieces of specialty film or fabric by stitching them together using specialized industrial sewing machines. The main difference between industrial sewing and other kinds of sewing is that the industrial kind rarely involves clothing, generally being focused […]

A hazmat biohazard suit protects people who work near dangerous substances. That may mean chemical splash, airborne particles, contaminated fluids, toxic residue, or biological material that needs serious control. The suit creates a barrier between the worker and the hazard. Different jobs call for different suit builds. A hazmat suit used around industrial chemicals has […]

Industrial heat sealing joins two pieces of heat-sealable material with a bond that can hold out air and water. People also call it heat welding. The process uses heat and pressure to connect compatible fabrics, films, or coated materials into one sealed seam. For Vinyl Technology, a heat seal often involves PVC, vinyl fabric, or […]

A fuel bladder tank is a type of membrane that is used to hold hazardous liquids of all kinds, but especially fuel. These membranes are typically made of two layers of thermoplastic material. The membrane is made using a thermal-plastic welding process. The bladder functions as a separator in the tank, preventing leaks and spills […]