Rivertex® Technical Fabrics

Rivertex Australia is proud to announce that we have received a Special Commendation for Product Innovations – Technology, Fabrication and Fabrics for our Rivercyclon® 450 FR fabric.
The award was presented during the prestigious SPECTEX25 Awards Dinner on Friday, 30 May, recognising Rivertex’s commitment to advancing sustainable and high-performance technical textiles.

The commendation highlights the innovative design and engineering behind Rivercyclon® 450 FR – a 100% polypropylene fabric that offers a fire-retardant, recyclable, and PVC-free alternative to traditional coated fabrics. Developed to meet the highest standards of durability, safety and environmental responsibility, Rivercyclon® 450 FR is already making a strong impact in industries seeking smarter and more sustainable material solutions.

The award was accepted by Gavin Hodgins, CEO of Rivertex Australia, accompanied by his wife Erin, during the evening ceremony. Speaking after the event, Mr. Hodgins expressed his appreciation: "This recognition is a proud moment for our team and a testament to our ongoing investment in sustainable innovation. Rivercyclon 450 FR is more than just a product – it's a solution that reflects our values and vision for the future of technical textiles."

We thank the organisers of SPECTEX25 for this honour and extend our congratulations to all fellow award recipients. Rivertex remains committed to pushing boundaries in textile technology, and we look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and collaboration.

Rivertex is proud to introduce Rivercyclon® 450 FR—a groundbreaking innovation in technical textiles that redefines what's possible in fire safety and sustainability.

Unmatched Flame Retardancy Rivercyclon® 450 FR is the first flame-retardant fabric made entirely from polypropylene to pass the world’s most demanding fire safety standards. Unlike traditional polypropylene materials, which are not typically fire resistant, Rivercyclon® 450 FR delivers exceptional fire performance across global certifications, including:

• CPAI 84, NFPA 701-1 (USA)
• BS 7837 (UK)
• DIN 4102-1 B1 (Germany)
• NFP 92-507 M1 (France)
• EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0 (EU)
• AS/NZS 1530 (Australia/New Zealand)
• UNI 9177 Classe 2 (Italy)

This positions it as a high-performance, safety-compliant fabric suitable for even the most regulation-sensitive environments—such as public events, exhibitions, industrial shelters, and temporary architecture.

Sustainable by Design What truly sets Rivercyclon® 450 FR apart is its mono-material construction. Made entirely from polypropylene—including both the base fabric (PP 1100Dtex) and the coating—this textile is fully recyclable, unlike PVC-coated fabrics. It also boasts a CO₂ footprint up to 40% lower, is lighter in weight, and reduces both material use and transport emissions.

High Performance Without Compromise

• Weight: 450 g/m²
• Tear Strength: ≥ 150 N
• Tensile Strength: ≥ 2400 N/5cm
• Flex Resistance: Over 100,000 cycles
• Operating Temperature: –30°C to +70°C
• Weldable: Compatible with hot air, hot wedge, and impulse welding

The Future of Fire-Safe, Eco-Friendly Fabrics As industries seek safer and more sustainable materials, Rivercyclon® 450 FR emerges as a true next-generation textile—delivering top-tier fire resistance without the environmental compromises of traditional coated fabrics.

Rivercyclon® 450 FR: Where safety meets sustainability.

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