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PlusTM Technical Specifications
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PlusTM is a heat-shrinkable material, offering a strong
protective cover with water wicking properties.
This also is the material with which FPM Inc. makes kits.
This shrinkfilm is composed of three layers.
The
outer layer is a special 7-mil, white, shrink polyolefin film, which
remains flexible after shrinking and contains an advanced ultra-violet
inhibitor that will last up to two years outdoor. This shrinkfilm also is designed to work with
the Shrinkfilm Coating System, which extends the lifespan of the
cover to up to 5 years outdoors.
The second layer
is a 1.5-mil thermoplastic bonding plastic containing no solvents,
which is applied to the film in a hot, continuous layer.This layer
does not come in contact with the surface of the item being protected
and will not leave a residue on the surface. Its primary function
is to bind the shrinkfilm and polyester fabric together.
The
inner layer is a 3.0-ounce spun non-woven polyester material, which
is completely inert. It
will not react with the finish or react with any residual solvents
in the finish. It is hydrophilic
which is anti-condensing and anti-fogging but which wicks away moisture. The anti-condensing properties of this layer
help protect the finish from moisture damage.
The inner layer also insulates the item being shrinkwrapped
from the heat during the shrinking process, protecting the finish
from over heating and actually causes the film to shrink faster.
This insulation protection was validated by an independent
test that showed a temporary increase to the equipment skin temperature
30-40 degrees Fahrenheit over ambient temperature.
The inner non-woven layer is engineered for total scratch
resistance. The fibers of
the non-woven fabric are aligned for maximum cushion, softness and
abrasion resistance.
Prior
to shrinking, the material is sufficiently strong to allow sewing,
further allowing for the creation of custom fit kits, bags, covers,
etc. When shrunk, all three
layers shrink simultaneously, forming a softer yet stronger finished
product and the film is safe, and it contains no solvents or other
harmful vapors. Independent testing shows only up to a 40oF
ambient temperature increase during a typical heat shrinking process. The material will maintain its properties under
extreme temperatures and the unique laminating process allows the
film to remain soft without altering the original characteristics
of the inner and outer layers.
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Plus is 100% US made. The materials are recyclable in a mixed material
recycle process, with the fibers adding strength to many recycling
products.
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PlusTM is a trademark of FPM Inc. www.shrinkwrapping.com,
HQ: Flat Rock, MI
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