Stretch fabric is a unique printable material that’s gaining a lot of traction among distributors and end-users. Unlike many other materials that have specific uses, stretch fabric offers more versatility, making it a perfect match for companies that want an all-in-one fabric option. Most stretch fabrics consist mainly of knitted polyester, and thanks to their strength, stretch fabrics are sometimes more durable than other types of fabrics.
弹性织布以其可印刷性吸引了大量经销商和用户的眼球。弹性织布用途广泛，集多重功能于一身，不像其他材料用途单一，这也正是大多数公司所需要的。大多数弹性织布主要由针织涤纶构成，由于强度高，所以它比其他类型的面料更加耐用。
For those who frequent trade shows and exhibits, stretch fabric is quickly becoming a must-have product because it is lightweight and requires less frequent maintenance than other types of prints. This fabric has fast become the go-to material for a variety of custom printed products, including, but not limited to, the following.
弹性织布与其他印刷布相比，维护频率更低且材质轻盈。这使得它在很短的时间内成为展会和会议的首选，也是定制印刷布的最佳材料。
Display Systems 立体展示标识
The ease of use that comes with stretch fabrics is a big benefit when it comes to display systems. Stretch fabrics for display systems normally use a pillowcase-type setup, where the print is slid over the display system hardware. A zipper or other closing mechanism is used on the open end of the print to secure the print to the hardware. Most systems that employ this type of setup don’t require tools and are easily assembled in minimal time.
在立体展示标识中，弹性织布的灵活性是一个巨大优势。立体展示标识通常设置成包边拉网展架，从框架上方套下来，背部用拉链或者其他方式固定住。这种安装方式很简单不需要很多时间。
Display systems with stretch fabrics normally use tension frame poles to keep the fabric taut at all times. As Nicki Wilson, general manager for Tex Visions explains, “The hardware for our tension frame displays feature click-and-snap poles with additional support poles that keep the display structure tense. Since the frame remains firm and isn’t able to wobble, the print remains taut and visible at all times.” These displays are commonly available in unique shapes with curves and arched sections that help to keep the banner fully visible and displayed at all times.
弹性织布展示标识通常用张力架杆保持印刷布表面紧绷。Tex Visions公司总经理尼基威尔逊解释道，“我们的张力架有额外的支撑杆来保持框架稳固，外观是以弯曲状或者拱桥状呈现的，有助于画面在任何时候都可以充分展示。”
Stretch fabric prints don’t need to be rolled up or packed in a separate container, unlike what is necessary for other display systems. “It’s great because you can pack the print in with your luggage or in the bag for the tension frame pole set,” Wilson says.
弹性织布不像其他展示标识那样，它可以很便捷的卷起来或者装到单独的收纳袋中。威尔逊说道：“这是一个不错的优势，这样你就可以把弹性织布和张力架杆收纳起来。”
Backdrops 背景幕布
Modular displays are big and bulky to set up, requiring specialists who know where each piece of a display goes. In recent years, clients have begun to opt for easily set up and collapsible displays that don’t require a fleet of freight trucks and a dedicated construction crew. Because of their ease in setting up and portability, stretch fabric printed backdrops have become popular with trade show and conference exhibitors of all sizes.
组装式展示需要专业的安装，并且知道每个部分的组装方式。所以最近几年，客户开始选择简单可拆卸的展示标识，它不需要货运卡车和施工队就可以完成安装。由于安装的简易性和便携性，弹性织布印刷背景幕布在展会和会议中变得流行。
Unlike modular displays, portable stretch fabric backdrops aren’t all in one piece. Rather, the print is a separate piece from the support structure and both can be easily packed away so the backdrop can be taken from show to show. It only takes one to two people to set up a portable stretch fabric backdrop versus the skilled technicians necessary to erect a modular display.
与组装式展示不同，便携式背景幕布并不是一个整体，而是单独的一块印刷布料，这样从展会到展会就很容易拆卸。便携式背景幕布仅仅需要一到两个人来安装，但是组装式展示却需要熟练的技工才能安装。
“Modular displays are expensive,” says Wilson, noting the cost for a modular display can exceed $10,000 dollars. “Portable stretch fabric backdrops are inexpensive and cost under one-third of what a client would pay for a modular exhibit.”
“组装式展示的价格是很昂贵的，”威尔森说，造价可能会超过10,000美元。“但是便携式背景幕布的价格只有组装式的三分之一。”
Setting a portable backdrop is easy: the frame needs to spread out and bars locked into place. Once the frame is properly erected, the stretch fabric print can be easily attached to the frame and secures with hook-and-loop adhesive. The stretch fabric, depending on the client’s preference, can be outfitted with sides to cover the entire frame or without sides. No matter the choice, the fabric stretches over the front of the frame and is securely attached.
安装便携式背景幕布是非常容易的：将结构框架搭好并且固定在合适的位置，结构框架建立起来之后，印刷布就可以很容易的用挂钩和环扣固定在上面。弹性织布表面图案是按照客户的要求来制作的，不管在什么情况下，除了四周边缘部分以外的背景幕布都可以完全固定在框架上。
A musthave accessory for many clients is a portable counter that also doubles as a carrying case. To that end, Tex Visions has created a unique travel case that is made from durable plastic, but can feature a stretch fabric wrap with the client’s branding. The fabric slips over the entire case, and is secured with loops at the bottom that slip over the case’s wheels. “It’s become a popular product for us because clients are able to pack away their entire setup and also get an additional use out of the case,” according to Wilson.
随身携带一个可折叠手提箱是必需的。Tex Visions公司用耐用塑料制造了便携手提箱，同时在外包装上印上客户的LOGO来彰显特色。箱子用织布面料做箱套，底部缠绕线圈来保护轮子。威尔逊说道：“这会成为我们的流行产品，客户能够将安装设备以及其他配件装进箱子里。”
Display Walls 墙体展示标识
Unlike portable backdrops which have a fold-out frame system, display walls use a snap-and-click pole system and appeal to clients who wish to have a less bulky display system supporting them. The print features a pole sleeve on the top, left and right sides, and is supported by either base plates or C-clamps if used as a tabletop display. As with the other products mentioned, the ease of setting up and disassembly with these products and the convenience of stretch fabrics makes them appealing to clients of all sizes.
背景墙不同于便携式背景幕布，它是一种便捷安装的展具系统，用更小体积的展示标识来吸引客户。印刷布顶部有特色杆套，两侧由基础板材或者C形夹来支撑。与其他产品一样,弹性织布利用易于安装和方便拆卸的优势来吸引客户。
The stretch fabric used for display walls can be printed on one or both sides, depending on client preference. The stretch fabric helps to maximize display space and as it covers the entire width of the poles, and ensures clients get the visibility they desire at trade shows and conferences. Wilson says that stretch fabric made the most sense for the company’s display walls because, “there was no other fabric really that could do what was necessary to create a vibrant presence with these products.”
弹性织布背景墙能够根据客户喜好在一面或多面墙上印上图案。弹性织布覆盖了整个版面，可以最大程度的展示图案，保证在展会或会议上夺人眼球。威尔逊说，“没有其他印刷布可以像这类材料一样让人满意。”
Table Covers 封面展示
For those exhibiting or networking, there’s nothing more annoying or embarrassing when their fabric prints have wrinkles and a steamer isn’t readily accessible. Because of this, one of the most popular stretch fabric applications is for table covers. Most stretch table covers feature table leg pockets that help to eradicate wrinkles.
当在展会上展示的时候，织布印刷不会因为进去空气而起皱。正是如此，弹性织布最受欢迎的用途之一是封面展示，它们利用展具支架使画面更加平整。
“Many exhibitors don’t think to take a steamer or don’t have a steamer to take with them,” says Wilson. “For them to have a fabric that doesn’t wrinkle is great because they don’t have to worry about looking unprofessional.”
这样会使您的展示表现的更加完美，并且专业。
Stretch table covers most commonly feature area imprints, usually featuring a company logo or custom branding, although full-coverage imprints are also popular. With full-coverage stretch table covers, where all four sides of the table are covered, the leg pockets help to hide the table’s underside, creating a sleek, professional appearance at trade shows and conferences. Full-coverage stretch table covers close thanks to a zipper on the back. Another coverage option for stretch table covers is economy coverage or an open back that allows easy access to items placed under the table or to allow an exhibitor to sit comfortably behind the table.
弹性织布封面以印上公司LOGO或者自定义品牌为特色，当然包边拉网展架也很受欢迎。包边拉网展架连四角也可以覆盖到，桌腿会帮助隐藏封面的边角褶皱，这样在展会或会议上会看起来平滑且专业。包边拉网展架借助背部的拉链呈现出完美的覆盖效果。包边拉网展架的另一种选择是，背部开放的经济型模式，既可以在桌子下面方便放置物品又不会对参展者坐在桌子前造成影响。
Other Uses 其他用途
Stretch fabrics are also used for outdoor products, like flags and fence wraps, although this is less frequent than is the case with the products mentioned above. While stretch fabrics have yet to penetrate the realm of outdoor use, it’s successfully become popular for products used indoors thanks to its wrinkle resistance, durability and ease of use.
弹力织布也用于室外产品，例如旗子和防护包装，虽然这类产品比起上面提到的产品来说，使用频率不算很高。室内产品由于其抗皱性、耐久性和易用性大受欢迎。
Care and Cleaning 清洗说明
Wilson says most stretch fabric prints from Tex Visions can be washed through a standard household washing machine, but attention must be paid to the product and its use. Wilson recommends resellers contact the company through its website to attain specific cleaning instructions.
威尔逊说，大多数来自Tex Visions公司的弹力织布印刷布都能够用标准家庭洗衣机来清洗的，但是必须要注意产品的使用说明，他建议经销商去官方网站上浏览清洗指示。
“When washing a stretch fabric print, you’ll want to use detergent that’s color safe and has no bleach,” Wilson says. “You’ll want to use the cold water setting and a color catcher, and immediately remove it from the machine once the cycle has been completed. Please don’t dry it with a machine dryer, but let it air dry.”
威尔逊建议道，“清洗弹力织布印刷布的时候，请使用没有漂白剂的清洁剂，来保持颜色的绚丽。而且要用冷水清洗才不会褪色，洗完之后马上从洗衣机中拿出来，不要用机器烘干，风干就好。”
