Protect with UVR block and protection factor ratings All GALE shade fabrics have the highest protection factor results available. Fully tested according to AS4174 by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency,… Learn more
We’re committed to recycling GALE Pacific understands the desire of our customers to be responsible corporate citizens. We also recognise a need to keep costs under control. We share the same goals, along… Learn more
video FR Testing of Coated Fabrics Following the tragedy in Grenfell, London, now more than ever construction materials used around the world are coming under strict scrutiny with how effectively they restrict the… Learn more
Why GALE Pacific products are used worldwide The largest Toyota agent in Oman installed GALE Pacific's Premium Hortshade 'heavy'. The shade protects its vehicles from the fierce Middle Eastern sun and sand storms. Learn more
The Name in Advanced Polymer Fabrics GALE Pacific is the name in advanced polymer fabrics for high-end commercial and industrial applications. We invented “knitted” shadecloth in the early 1970’s and after several… Learn more
Lightweight Structures of Australasia (LSAA) GALE Pacific is a proud member of the Lightweight Structures of Australasia (LSAA) Learn more
Setting the standard in commercial shade We’re proud to announce our support of the OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certification for knitted fabrics. GALE Commercial continues to lead the industry shift towards a sustainable… Learn more
Polyfabric Waterhead Resistance Polyfabrics are designed and manufactured using the best available raw materials and manufacturing processes. Learn more
What is the difference between AS 2001 and AS 4878 fabric tests? You will note that much of our technical data for the Coated PVC Range and Polyfabric range now includes fabric tests according to AS 4878. Learn more
video Case Study: Melbourne School A Melbourne school recently refreshed their Commercial 95 shade sails with some help from local professionals Sunsoft Shade Systems. Learn more
What is Cover Factor? Cover factor is a scientific measurement of the percentage area of the fabric covered by the yarns and fibre. Learn more
Case Study: Commercial 95 in an award-winning remodel In 2015, GALE Pacific collaborated with Red Rock Contractors and SHADE Industries for a unique project. The custom residential remodel used Commercial 95 for award-winning results. Learn more
Biaxial Testing for Fabrics Architectural fabrics are used in high profile tensile structures worldwide, and accurately determining the fabric’s material properties is vital to achieve safe, efficient… Learn more
What is Av. % Transmission? Average Percentage Transmission is the amount of incident visible and invisible light in the 290nm to 770nm range of the spectrum that actually passes through the material of the… Learn more