AEROSPACE DIVISION
ISO-9001:2000

DIVISION OVERVIEW
Safety Components Fabric Technologies (SCFTI), is a leading North American producer of synthetic fabrics for a diverse array of aerospace applications.  SCFTI has invested in the latest state of the art equipment designed for maximum product flexibility, quality and competitive capability.  With more than 375 trained associates and equipped with the latest in fabric formation technology, SCFTI has developed a reputation for product quality, product innovation, product diversity, and on-time delivery.

QUALITY
SCFTI was the first technical fabric producer in North America to become certified under both the QS9000 and ISO9002 programs.  We inspect and test all products to customer specification.  We continually audit our performance in all manufacturing and marketing functions to insure compliance to the highest quality standards.

PRODUCT LINE
SCFTI’s mission is to produce, test and certify fabrics to demanding customer specifications.  There is no margin for error in aerospace products.  Our production equipment is designed for high quality and maximum fabric forming capability.  Fabric design is coordinated with our experienced sales associates and our research and development staff is available for new application initiatives.
Our current aerospace products are an excellent representation of our manufacturing flexibility and commitment to quality.

• We are the worlds’ leading producer of aircraft evacuation slides
  
• Nomex fabrics for aircraft seat fire-blocking
  Specialty fabrics used to manufacture aircraft vapor barrier and insulation blankets
  
• Composite fabrics used to manufacture aircraft parts such as landing gear bearings
  
• Fabrics for low level bomb decelerator chutes
  
• Specialty fabrics used in the manufacture of solid rocket fuel engines for the space shuttle
  
• Fabrics for crashworthy fuel cells for military aircraft

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
SCFTI’s mission is to continually develop innovative and cutting edge fabrics utilizing only the highest quality, high strength raw materials available in today’s global marketplace.  Our product development staff works in conjunction with our customers and valued suppliers to design products that are functional, meet customer specifications, and hopefully raise the bar of product performance.   We have an experienced staff and the most flexible and versatile equipment in the fabric industry.
SCFTI is familiar with the highest caliber fibers available in the world and would welcome an opportunity to partner on new product ideas.  Together, with collective and receptive minds, we can raise the performance bar and deliver innovative products for any aerospace application.

MANUFACTURING
Experience.  We understand the demands of technical fabric production.  We are leaders in technical applications because of this experience and understanding.  Combined with the latest state of the art equipment that is designed for flexibility and maximum fabric forming capability, our product versatility and quality capability is second to none.

EQUIPMENT

• Sectional warping—Designed with the latest in tension control devices, SCFTI can warp both filament and spun yarns.  Sectional warping also provides the capability for shorter production runs and the flexibility for yarns ranging from filament Nomex to polypropylene to Kevlar and PBI.
  
• Ratti Twisting—Ultra modern twisting provides the capability to design fabrics with improved tensile, tear, abrasion and other demanding physical property requirements.
  
• Weaving—The latest in rapier weaving provides the capability for shorter production runs with minimal machine downtime, high fabric quality and maximum fabric formation capability.  Capable of multiple yarn insertion, we are positioned to meet any innovative idea.
  
• Finishing—SCFTI has multiple finishing functions ranging from continuous and jig scouring, tenter heat setting, contact heat setting, calendering and slitting.  Topical finishing treatments are available including durable water repellent finishes, anti-wicking, fire retardants, improved adhesion, to PVC, RFL, RFN and PVB topical enhancements.  Other finishes are available upon customer request.

LABORATORY
Our laboratory maintains both physical and chemical performance testing capability.  We are accredited against the requirements of ISO/IEC-17025 and have a very comprehensive scope of accreditation using consensus methods from domestic and international standards including ASTM, AATCC, NFPA, ISO, DIN and JIS L-1096.  See our laboratory site for more details.

CONTACTS:

Sales:
Joey Underwood           (800) 896-6926 ext. 25

Eric Coble                       (800) 896-6926 ext. 12

R & D Technical Service:
Doyle Kelley                     (800) 896-6926 ext. 24