Duraseal™ Seaming Technology

Clemson University researchers have developed a unique method for joining two or more substrates with a seam. Unlike conventional seams, Duraseal seams do not compromise the barrier properties of the materials they join. The seams have improved peel strength compared to adhesive seams. The seam can be utilized in a flat configuration or folded into a variety of different configurations. As a result, it has been discovered that a seam can be formed to have improved stength without substantially sacrificing the desired functional properties of the substrate materials.

The seams have been tested against live chemical agents; they show similar barrier properties as the fabrics they join. This technology can be used with many technical fabrics such as high performance apparel and chemical or biological barrier products.