Silicone Coated Fiberglass: Properties & Applications

By |2024-02-22T06:51:29-08:00August 30th, 2022|

Silicone-coated fiberglass fabrics are manufactured for use in a range of applications where high heat or flame resistance is required, as well as high levels of resistance against abrasion, chemicals, UV rays and weather conditions that could cause damage.  Throughout this blog post, we will look at the properties of silicone-coated fiberglass and what applications [...]

What is Neoprene Coated Fabric Used for?

By |2024-02-21T05:24:59-08:00August 12th, 2022|

Neoprene-coated fabric is a material that is commonly used in industrial settings and high-temperature applications. The fabric serves as a protective barrier for many standard applications because the neoprene coating is resistant to abrasion, chemical agents and combustion. In this blog post, we will look at the uses of neoprene-coated fabric and its benefits. The [...]

Aerospace Insulation Fabrics for Vibration and Temperature

By |2024-01-22T15:52:38-08:00August 8th, 2022|

Insulation fabrics serve a variety of purposes across the commercial and industrial sectors, but their primary use is to mitigate the transfer of heat between two objects. A secondary purpose of insulation fabric is to reduce the propagation of vibration, typically from moving machinery which could cause damage to interconnected subsystems. The applications of high-temperature [...]

Applications of High Heat Rope

By |2024-02-21T05:50:05-08:00July 21st, 2022|

High heat ropes are used as a seal in a wide range of high-temperature applications because of their outstanding thermal and mechanical properties. They can be manufactured from a range of substrates, and each material provides different benefits. In this blog post, we will outline what high heat ropes are, what applications they are used [...]

The Benefits of Removable Insulation Blankets

By |2024-02-22T07:32:00-08:00June 30th, 2022|

Removable insulation blankets are used in applications with high temperatures and require an insulation barrier to prevent heat from escaping equipment. This blog post will explain the many benefits of using removable insulation blankets. What Is A Removable Insulation Blanket? Made from layers of insulating material, removable insulation blankets are incredibly versatile and can be [...]

What is Silicone Glass Fabric and Where is it Used?

By |2024-02-26T03:28:45-08:00March 29th, 2022|

Silicone-coated glass fabric is a material that is coated on both sides with specially formulated silicone rubber. Silicone is an excellent choice for heat-resistance applications because it is highly resistant to aging, weathering, and UV light. It is also water-resistant and smoke and flame retardant. In this article, we detail the key characteristics of silicone-coated [...]

High-Performance Fabrics for Aerospace Applications

By |2023-08-17T02:24:17-07:00March 15th, 2022|

The aerospace industry is a market that is driven by demand for greater aircraft performance and commercial return. In this article, we discuss how Mid-Mountain’s products can help the industry to innovate and enhance overall fabric performance, application, and manufacturing.  Broad manufacturing capabilities and vertical integration allow Mid-Mountain to provide high quality, engineered thermal barriers [...]

What are Passenger Boarding Bridges?

By |2024-02-21T05:06:32-08:00February 15th, 2022|

Passenger boarding bridges (sometimes known as jet bridges, jetways, sky bridges, and more) are enclosed passageways, elevated off the ground extending from the terminal gate at the airport to the airplane. They allow passengers to disembark and board airplanes without needing to go outside and be exposed to the elements. Passenger boarding bridges come in [...]

Is PTFE Coating (Teflon) Safe? Exploring Safer Alternatives

By |2024-02-22T05:24:07-08:00January 26th, 2022|

PTFE coating is a versatile product, employed in a range of industries. It has excellent chemical resistance, is non-stick, and has a wide range of service temperatures. Teflon is widely used as a coating for household products as well as industrial fabrics and is made from PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) and is a synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene. [...]

What is Vertical Integration?

By |2024-02-26T03:30:09-08:00December 14th, 2021|

In recent times, supply chain issues have hit many industries, leading to long lead times and unsatisfied customers. One way of combatting this is through vertical integration. Vertical integration is a strategic structure implemented by a company meaning that they own the entire supply chain for their product. This article will outline how these structures [...]

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