25Oct
12Oct
Metalized Textiles-What are their Uses?
Metalized Textiles-What are their Uses? Metalized textiles were first used in various Shielding Applications. I can remember when an automobile FM radio mainly played static! Metalized textiles played a major role in protecting the radio from RFI from the other electronic components in the vehicle. The antenna brought in shielded clean signals to the RF shielded radio which were sent out to the speakers, allowing the music to be heard as it was meant to be heard. The RF shielding...
14Sep
Shieldex and VTT- “Family Businesses”!
Shieldex and VTT-"Family Businesses"! I was able to interview Robert Erichsen, the CEO of Shieldex recently during his first visit with us in three years. Shieldex is VTT's European partner, providing us with conductive metalized textiles, that VTT markets and uses in our fabricated products. The close relationship between Shieldex and V Technical Textiles, Inc. spans many years and is rooted in family and business ties. Robert Erichsen, CEO of Shieldex Randy: It's been a few years since you've been able to...
13Sep
Lubricate Thread-Eliminate Breaks and Snarling!
Lubricate Thread-Eliminate Breaks and Snarling! Sewing thread is subject to heat buildup, snarling, static and snagging. These problems are caused by coarse thread causing friction with the needle. This friction can result in temperatures as high as 350°C/662°F, resulting in the thread melting and breaking. The final insult to the thread is its trip through the needle's eye and the fabric, which can also cause filament damage. Lubrication is important in the reduction of heat in many situations, automobiles, surface...
07Sep
VTT-Experience, Expertise, Excellence and Service!
VTT-Experience, Expertise, Excellence and Service! VTT has been in the conductive metalized textiles supply business for sixteen years. We have a lot of experience, but VTT doesn't just settle for that. We strive for excellence, creating new products using these textiles and are constantly looking for ways to improve on them. Our teams, from Research and Development, Design, Sales and Manufacturing are experts in their fields. Most of our manufactured products are custom designed and manufactured to our customer's specifications...
06Sep
Rugged Conditions Require Ruggedized Textiles!
Rugged Conditions Require Ruggedized Textiles! RF Shielded Enclosures are usually located indoors, protecting them from the elements. The thin conductive textiles used to manufacture enclosures can't stand up well unprotected in extreme conditions. Wind, rain, and ocean spray can damage or destroy the enclosures very quickly. The military and law enforcement often need command centers for their activities to be portable and able to stand up to tough conditions. Lives are at stake in these harsh environments as well as...
31Aug
Conductive Textiles-What are their uses?
Conductive Textiles-What are their uses? Conductive Textiles are often used in "technical applications". VTT markets conductive textiles, meaning an electrical current can pass through them. That current can be a "message", "data", or part of a circuit. Metals are great electrical conductors. The most conductive metal is Silver, followed by Copper and Gold. Gold is rarely used in conductive textiles due to its cost. VTT's conductive textiles are primarily plated or coated with Silver, Copper, Nickel, and Tin. Other specialty...
30Aug
Develop and Test your Product with the Best!
Develop and Test your Product with the Best! V Technical Textiles, Inc. has been involved in electronic product development and testing for years! Initially, VTT was known for providing excellent RF shielding materials used in electronic devices. Shielding materials block access of RF interference to electronic devices, allowing them to perform smoothly! Additionally, they prevent the emission of RF interference from electronic devices. VTT's Shielding materials are conductive metalized textiles, used in the automotive, aerospace, medical, and military industries. Engineers...
02Aug
VTT is Growing-Join Us!
VTT is Growing-Join Us! V technical Textiles, Inc. is a world leader in the highly technical Smart Textile Industry, located in upstate/western New York. V Technical Textiles, Inc. is continuing to grow and if you are looking for a new opportunity, come and learn how you can join our team. VTT is Growing-Join Us! Our hard-working team prides itself on problem solving and new development for our valued customers. If you would like to be a part of a team that...
26Jul
