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An air wedge is an inflatable, wedge-shaped bag made of vinyl, ballistic nylon, and other strong, flexible textiles. This bag lies flat, allowing it to be slipped under heavy objects, between objects that need to be moved apart, and between a moving component and an unmoving surface (like a locked car door). By slowly inflating […]

RF welding and RF heat sealing are often used interchangeably when people talk about the kind of industrial sewing we do at Vinyl Technology. Although the result of RF welding often resembles the same airtight and waterproof barrier you get from a traditional heat seal, the technology requires no heat at all. RF sealing, also […]

Bladder pressure tanks: How they work, why they matter, & how to choose the right one. Learn about materials, sizing, troubleshooting, & more.

At Vinyl Technology, we understand that a good night’s sleep is crucial for everyone, but it’s especially important in a medical setting. Medical air mattresses play a pivotal role in ensuring patient comfort and well-being. One of the key components of these specialized mattresses is the air bladder.  These inflatable medical air mattress bladders not […]

Learn how Poka Yoke prevents errors, improves quality, and reduces waste in manufacturing. See how Vinyl Technology applies it to drive efficiency.

Discover how lean manufacturing kaizen drives efficiency, continuous improvement, and an innovative approach to production at Vinyl Technology.

PVC welding, specifically PVC fabric welding, is a technique that uses heat or RF fields to create welds of various shapes and patterns. PVC is an acronym for polyvinyl chloride, which is a type of vinyl. PVC has been used extensively in many industries for many implementations. Welding vinyl is widely used today because of […]

Discover the ins and outs of bladder water tanks – from materials and manufacturing to applications and future trends.

Explore the essential role of fuel bladders in aviation. Discover their materials, design, and how they ensure safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Table of Contents Introduction Submarine Escape Valve Components Materials and Construction of Submarine Escape Valves Design and Engineering of Submarine Escape Valves Testing and Certification of Submarine Escape Valves Safety and Reliability Manufacturing Challenges and Innovations Conclusion Submarine escape valves are specialized components designed to protect lives in some of the most dangerous environments on […]