Industry insights

Notes from the mill

Short technical pieces for buyers and product developers. No trend reports — things you can use in a spec.

Ounces, GSM and what actually matters
Specification · [MONTH YEAR]

Ounces, GSM and what actually matters

Why two 12 oz canvases can behave differently, and which three numbers to put in your spec instead of weight alone.

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Wax, PU or PVC: choosing a water barrier
Finishing · [MONTH YEAR]

Wax, PU or PVC: choosing a water barrier

Hand-feel, weldability, cold crack and repairability compared for bags, covers and awnings.

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Export · [MONTH YEAR]

What Gulf customs files actually ask for

The document set that clears without a query, and the two attachments buyers most often forget to request.

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Mill notes, quarterly

New constructions, finish developments and freight conditions on our lanes. One email a quarter, no sales copy.