In partnership with Ultrafabrics, Tapis Corporation has released its latest cabin interior material, having been launched with American Airlines on their recent 737-800 upgrades.
The 9-series is an advanced soft touch synthetic leather for use in cabin dividers and series is the only polycarbonate product on the market today that is compliant with the flammability requirements for vertical surfaces.
The material comes standard with anti-microbial, silver ion technology embedded in the surface layers that prevent leaching and efficacy loss. The polycarbonate finish is chemically engineered to be resistant to cleaning and disinfection from a host of approved products commonly used in fogging and hydrostatic sprayers, and can it is claimed, can be safely cleaned with alcohol, quaternary ammonium, bleach and hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners without damaging the product.
According to Tapis, when combined with the correct component materials, the 9-series can be thermoformed into complex curves to ensure minimal encroachment into the space of other passengers and allowing full uninterrupted recline between classes. The lightweight buildup allows it to be used successfully with hanging cabin divider styles to ensure maximum airframe compatibility, as demonstrated with American Airlines.
The aircraft’s class dividers from Jamco America feature a soft eyebrow-type hanging divider which has an increased surface area to allow greater separation within the cabin, further minimising the airflow and micro-organism transition throughout the cabin.
The new class divider solution can be customised with the use of precise, thermoformed logos or embroidery to enhance branding and aesthetics.
