Seating

Dartex Coatings has seen many associated developments from our pioneering of stretch waterproof cover fabrics for hospital mattresses. Success in this market soon saw our fabrics utilised in seating applications.

The combination of pressure sore relief, infection control and unrivalled patient comfort made it a natural choice for wheelchair and general hospital seating, but the versatility has seen Dartex fabrics used much more extensively.

Our fabrics are reversed to textile side up for personal discreet waterproofing for private wheelchair cushions. Their stretch characteristics have seen them taken into injection moulded applications where they are used not just in healthcare but more general seating areas, such as supermarket trolleys, vehicular cabs, sports utility cars and even motorbikes.

• Anti-decubitus

Dartex’s anti-decubitus support surfaces are specifically designed to prevent pressure sores

• Stretch

Using two/four way stretch properties will reduce interface pressure and optimise surface support for the body: patient comfort is therefore greatly enhanced.

• Fluid Proof

Dartex’s fabric maintains waterproof properties under the most demanding healthcare conditions. Using only premium polyurethanes, Dartex fabrics exhibit excellent hydrolysis resistant assets eliminating potential risks from cross contamination both as new and over time.

• Infection Control

Biostatic (anti-mycotic) coatings provide an impenetrable barrier to virus and bacteria. Dartex fabrics are weldable, by either RF or ultrasonic techniques. These seams are impermeable to air and water, minimising risks of infection.

• Biocompatibility

Under extensive biocompatibility testing, Dartex Fabrics reign supreme, the essential prerequisite of any medical appliance in today’s healthcare market. All products are ‘Oekotex’ certified and tested for compliance with ISO 10993 biocompatibility skin irritation, sensitisation and cytotoxicity requirements. All Dartex products are Latex free.

• Mouldable

Dartex not only has a core range of fabrics suitable for loose seating, but has also developed a customised range of coated products suitable for mouldable cover application.

• MVT/MVP Breathability

Moisture vapour transfer or ‘breathability’, properties in Dartex fabrics, help preserve the skin’s normal condition optimising patient comfort. According to customer specifications, Dartex fabrics can be manufactured with enhanced or reduced levels of ‘breathability’.

• Durability

Taking advantage of Dartex products’ inherent combinations of anti-mycotic properties and cutting edge polyurethane coating technology also guarantees fabric with excellent durability. Dartex’s healthcare products achieve impressive results in flexibility, stretching, ageing and abrasion tests ensuring longevity in use

• Reversible

Dependent on end use requirements, Dartex fabrics can be utilised on either textile or coated faces, optimising patient comfort.