CRAQ-SPUN^® SEWING THREADS

Sewing thread, as defined in ASTM D123, Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles, is a technically engineered strand of yarn that is expected to do the five functions:

• Consistently pass through the eye of a needle moving at a speed greater than 60 miles per hour
• Penetrate multiple layers of fabric
• Form a loop when it reaches the lowest point so that another sewing thread can interlock with it
• Deliver the maximum strength possible
• Maintain appearance and performance after multiple washings.

ARAMID CORDS, BRAIDS, AND LACES

Atlantic Thread supplies a variety of cords and braids made of high performance fibers to include:

• Aramid jacketed braids in various styles and colors
• Flat braids in various colors and sizes
• Cords to meet different performance requirements

TAPES AND BINDINGS

Atlantic Thread can also supply narrow tapes and bias bindings made of high performance fibers.

HOOK AND LOOP

Atlantic Thread is a distributor of FR Hook and Loop.

SLIDE FASTENERS

Atlantic Thread distributes slide fasteners made with NOMEX® tape in various lengths for protective apparel and other specialized applications. Standard inventory includes black tape and brass teeth.

CUTTING SHEARS

Atlantic Thread is a U.S. distributor of ROBUSO Proton® shears. These "high-tech" shears are designed to produce improved cutting results with such "high-tech" materials as aramids (KEVLAR^® and TWARON^®), DYNEEMA^®, SPECTRA^®, glass and carbon fiber fabrics. ROBUSO Proton® shears have proven their value on the production floor by delivering customer satisfaction.