| abstract |
A monofilament or multifilament, high tenacity, polypropylene, polyethylene, propylene based copolymer, ethylene based copolymer, olefin, or fiberglass core yarn is extruded with a coating comprising a mixture of polypropylene, ethylene octane copolymer to form a monofilament yarn. The coating may also include a flame retardant, a pigment, an ultraviolet inhibitor or a lubricant. This yarn is inherently recyclable, and possesses none of the ecological and health concerns associated with commonly used polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coated yarns. The yarn overcomes the potential health risks, meets flame resistance standards, and ideally replaces PVC products. Bonded, woven fabrics employing the yarn are also recyclable, environmentally friendly, and perform as well as fabrics utilizing a PVC coated yarn. Such fabric makes an ideal interior window shades, wall coverings, and seating material in typical commercial, residential, or automotive interior applications. |