The use of coated fabrics is common in industry, in transmission belts, conveyor belts or barrier materials.

Equally, in the field of health, coated fabrics are used as barrier materials, implants, incontinence products, hospital equipment and hygiene products.

Coated textiles are common in gloves, cut resistant materials, clothing for clean rooms, fire, bad weather or NBC protection clothing, high visibility clothing, etc.

They also have their applications in the sports (shoes, anoraks, etc.) and leisure sectors (haversacks, camping tents, sleeping bags, etc.)

The possible uses of coated textiles are constantly growing, especially the breathable and waterproofing textiles. With this increase, there is a notable variation in the materials employed. From two years ago a progressive decrease in PVC coating (except for truck canvas) and an increase of polyurethane coatings are noticed. On the other hand, an increase is foreseen in coated textiles being used in textile architecture (PES/PVC or glass/PTFE), airbags, reflectors or posters and publicity flags amongst others.

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