| Rush-Co. Marine uses Shur-Tuff material to manufacture all boat lift canopies. To see test results and comparisons between Shur-Tuff and Laminate fabrics commonly used by the competition click on each attribute below. A Five Star rating system has been used and is outlined as follows: |
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Shur-Tuff |
Competition
(Laminate) |
Base Fabric
The polyester fabric that gives the material its strength. Shur-Tuff utilizes polyester strands that are woven together. Typical laminate fabrics used by the competition use polyester strands that are layered together, resulting in lower tear strength and puncture resistance. |
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Wind whip
The wearing down of the fabric that results from continuous bending. When this occurs, it can cause the base fabric to become exposed. |
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Abrasion
The rubbing away of fabric coating from being against another surface. |
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Puncture
A hole created in the material by a sharp object. This is often the cause of a large tear in the fabric. | * * * * * |
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Tear Strength
The force that is required to put a tear into the fabric |
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Adhesion Strength
The strength of the bond between the base fabric and the coating. |
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UV Resistance
The ability to be protected against UV rays given off by the sun. A PVC coating is used to prevent this type of sun damage. |
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Mold and Mildew
Resistance to mold or mildew growth on the fabric. |
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