Glass fiber is a composite material widely used in the automotive industry, kit cars are often made from fiberglass, as are many sports cars. The versatility of glass as a fiber makes it a unique industrial textile material. Glass fiber in fabric form offers an excellent combination of properties from high strength to fire resistance. Wide ranges of yarn sizes and weave patterns provide huge number of design potential allowing the end user to choose the best combination for material performance, economics and product flexibility.There are a variety of applications for industrial fabrics when weight, strength, and durability are important, and one common solution to these needs is fiberglass fabric. Glass fiber fabric is a strong and durable woven textile used mainly for industrial, non-apparel applications. Its unique set of valuable properties makes it ideal for many industrial uses, such as for the interiors of circuit boards and conveyor belts. Military vehicles, helmets, and aircraft carrier decks, all use glass fiber fabric. Lightweight glass fiber fabrics also provide a smooth finish and are ideal for producing a waterproof layer over wood or other surfaces, such as is needed in boat repair and other marine applications.
Glass fiber fabrics are extensively used in industries for its wide array of benefits. Fiberglass fabric is moisture resistant, fire resistant, and chemical resistant. The high strength-to-weight ratio of glass fiber makes it a superior material in applications where high strength and minimum weight are required. In textile form, this strength can be unidirectional or bi-directional, allowing flexibility in design and cost.
