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CLOTHING CARE TECHNICAL INFO SENSI-CLEAN

Flammability of Children’s Sleepwear Washed with Sensi-Clean

FROM: Robbie Nicholson, Research SpecialistPhysical Evaluation Laboratory TO: Mr. Dan GuttingAtsko, Inc.2530 Russel S.E.Orangeburg, S.C. 29115 DATE: June 04, 1996 SUBJECT: Flammability – Children’s Sleepwear Enclosed are copies of the data gathered from the testing of the Flammability properties of Children’s Sleepwear after washing with Sensi-Clean. I believe that you will be able to distinguish […]

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CLOTHING CARE TECHNICAL INFO SENSI-CLEAN

Sensi-Clean Detergent Evaluation

FROM: Robbie Nicholson, Research SpecialistPhysical Evaluation Labratory TO: Mr. Dan Gutting, Mr. Kurt Von Busser DATE: May 15, 1995 SUBJECT: Detergent Evaluation The object of this research is to determine the rinseability differences between a new product SENSI-CLEAN and TIDE LIQUID. Attached is the Graph obtained from data of test results performed at the request […]

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CLOTHING CARE TECHNICAL INFO SPORT-WASH®

Sport-Wash Detergent Evaluation

FROM: Robbie Nicholson – Research SpecialistPhysical Evaluation Labratory TO: Mr. Dan Gutting, Mr. Kurt Von BusserAtsko, Inc.2530 Russel S.E.Orangeburg, S.C. 29115 DATE: May 15, 1995 SUBJECT: Detergent Evaluation The object of this research is to determine the rinseability differences between a new product SPORT-WASH and TIDE LIQUID. Attached is the Graph obtained from data of […]

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FOOTWARE CARE TECHNICAL INFO SNO SEAL

Don’t Carry Extra Weight

If your boots are wet, you’re lifting an extra three pounds with every step you take. Learn the importance of dry comfortable footwear. Unprotected leather absorbs and retains water. Not only does this make your feet feel cold and wet but water increases the weight of you boots which makes walking tiring. Even GORE-TEX® lined […]

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TECHNICAL INFO WATERPROOFING WATER-GUARD®

Water-Guard Family of Products

Water-Guard is a family of water repellent products from Atsko, Inc., the makers of Sno-Seal the original beeswax waterproofing for leather. Water-Guard products include silicone in solvents systems and polymer in water systems. The most versatile are the polymerizing silicone products, Silicone Water-Guard and Water-Guard Extreme Aerosol’s and Liquid Silicone for special applications including shoes, […]

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SUN CONTROL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-BLOCK

Enjoy the Sun, but Don’t Get Burned

(ARA) – Most people believe that if clothing and sunscreens reduce reddening of the skin, they are providing enough protection. Unfortunately, blocking UVB, which causes redness, may give a false sense of security. Dangerous UVA radiation can cause aging and cancer without allowing redness to occur. If you extend sun exposure because light clothing or […]

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SUN CONTROL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-BLOCK

ASTM Releases U.S. Standards for UV-Protective Textiles

Contact: Kathryn Hatch, Ph.D.Chair, ASTM D13.65 Subcommittee(520) 621-7134 or [email protected] West Conshohocken, PA, January 2001 –The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has released two standard documents (D6544 and D6603) related to textile products sold with a claim of being UV protective. ASTM D6544 “Standard Practice for Preparation of Textiles Prior to Ultraviolet (UV) […]

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SUN CONTROL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-BLOCK

Change Clothing into a UV Barrier

Skin cancer is increasing. People who work or play in the sun are never adequately protected because sunscreens need frequent reapplications and regular clothing must be heavy or dark colored (Hot) for full protection from harmful ultraviolet radiation. Many lightweight, light color fabrics that are cool and comfortable offer little protection from UV radiation. A […]

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SUN CONTROL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-BLOCK

Skin Cancer About to Take Center Stage

U-V-Block, a new product from Atsko/SNO-SEAL, provides a practical alternative that every parent and every outdoor enthusiast should know about. U-V-Block is a permanent treatment that you spray on clothing to create an ultraviolet barrier. Most of your favorite lite summer fabrics offer very little protection. A white cotton knit like a “T” shirt may […]

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