5 Step Innovation Process:

Idea Generation

For new ideas, Seaman Corporation uses a vast network of resources.

Market Research

As soon as possible we get out into the marketplace and meet with prospective customers.

Product Development

Innovation requires a lot of trial and error. We collaborate with suppliers and constantly screen new raw materials, testing them in our laboratory.

Prototyping

Once we have developed a prototype of the new product, we get a sample to our customers.

Product Launch

Our innovation team works closely with our marketing team to create educational tools for the sales team.

High Performance Coated Fabric

Shelter-Rite® coated fabrics protect assets through superior design, engineering and manufacturing.

With a proven track record of over 60 years, the end user can expect:

Superior Abrasion
Excellent Wind Whip Resistance
Long-term Weather Stability
Technical Support

DID YOU KNOW.....
Abrasion is a leading factor that causes wear and premature failure of your tarp

Download a competitive comparison of Shelter-Rite 18 oz. coated tarpaulin against offshore
tarpaulin fabric demonstrating Shelter-Rite's longer wear and superior wind whip 'cracking' resistance.

With two manufacturing facilities in the U.S.A., we offer a broad product line that can be customized to your specific tarpaulin needs.

Weight
Color
Width
Low Temperature (-60°F)

Base Cloth (nylon, polyester)
Flame Resistance
Ease of Fabrication
On-site Product Support

Shelter-Rite Truck Tarp Brochure (pdf)

Product Options

Seaman Corporation’s Shelter-Rite fabrics offer the broadest range of performance options in the industry. Choose from our light but durable 10 ounce fabrics, or our heavy-duty 22 ounce styles. All styles come in polyester or nylon and all deliver high performance results. Choose from the following list to receive technical product data for each of our Shelter-Rite truck tarp styles. This data is provided to assist you in deciding which material is right for your needs.

22 oz. Polyester	22 oz. Nylon
18 oz. Polyester	18 oz. Nylon
14 oz. Polyester	14 oz. Nylon
10 oz. Polyester	10 oz. Nylon
7 oz. Polyester	MSDS

*As about our other fabric offerings

See How Shelter-Rite Saves Money

Tarp Life Calculator

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see for yourself how much Shelter-Rite saves you over the life of the tarp.

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Lightweight Truck Tarp Fabric

Shelter-Rite 3213 lightweight truck tarp fabric is a 13 oz. fabric that performs like our 18 oz.

Lightweight: 28% lighter than our original 18 oz. fabric
Remains flexible in lower temperatures
Excellent wind whip resistance
20 lbs. less to handle than a standard tarp
Lower long-term cost
Made in the USA
Superior performance vs. the competitor's 18 oz. fabric

Retractable Truck Tarp Fabric

The retractable tarp is a derivative of over 65 years of innovation and manufacturing technology of architectural and tarpaulin fabrics.

Spec Sheet 3818 GALTC

Spec Sheet 5818 GALTC

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Resources

The February 2017 issue of Specialty Fabrics Review magazine featured an article about increasing demands for truck covers and tarps that offer weather protection and driver convenience. “More Than Covered”, by Maura Keller takes a closer look at the manufacturers and specialty fabric suppliers in this growing industry. The article highlights products from several manufacturers. Learn more.

Shelter-Rite® Truck Tarps