EMTEX SnakeGuard & ThornShield Puncture Protection
SnakeGuard or ThornShield are used as backer material for Cordura boots to prevent penetration of waterproof booties or linings treated with Durable Water Repellancy. Both products are breathable, have been approved for use with Gore-Tex® and can be supplied with EMTEX SplashCoat, our discontinuous, heat-activated adhesive system

EMTEX Polybond
Polybond is a stitch-bonded polyester lining material, used as a doubler, lining and reinforcement for leather, that cuts cleanly without fraying.

Polybond comes in a variety of weights and can be dyed to customer specification. It can also be supplied with a Durable Water Repellancy Treatment or SplashCoat, an EMTEX breathable, discontinuous, heat-activated adhesive.

Typar Reinforcer
100% spun-bonded polypropylene. Typar's resistance to skewing and bias stretch make it an excellent backing for leather.

Typical Reinforcing

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