SUREFAS, next generation fasteners

SUREFAS, next generation fasteners for textiles

SUREFAS BV is the company name behind products like PERFIX®, Q-SNAP®, CAF-316® and CAF-COMPO®.

Since 2003 the SUREFAS team is dedicated to improve fastening systems for textiles. Born out of pure frustration over current systems to fix covers and sprayhoods on boats, the applications of our solutions are numerous. It is astounding how small parts can make such a difference...

Our latest news

15/11/2021

SUREFAS' new sister SURETEX brings IMAR textile care products to Europe.

Bas Jan Veldhoen

SUREFAS’ new sister company SURETEX is appointed as the exclusive European master
distributor for IMAR care and maintenance products. IMAR, the U.S.-based boat care
specialist, offers premium quality cleaners and polishers for yachts including vinyl,
clear vinyl and fiber glass gelcoats. SURETEX offers best in class materials and
essentials for technical textile applications. Like in marine, outdoor, mobility and
industrial applications.

IMAR premium quality care products are exclusively
endorsed by Strataglass® and other premium quality
vinyl suppliers to the industry. With a strong presence
in the US-market for boat care, IMAR products LLC
ensures with this new distribution strategy to supply
its premium products to the European market,
improving product availability at a competitive level.
SURETEX, sister company of SUREFAS, operates from
Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and is dedicated to service
the European technical textile market. It builds on
extensive product knowledge, a dedicated team and
strong network of reliable distributors and clients of
SUREFAS. All sharing a vision that demanding applications require best in class materials.
SURETEX is proud to contribute to this industry by ensuring a steady supply throughout Europe
for this legendary product IMAR. For SURETEX this is an excellent addition to the program,
being complementary to the Strataglass product line.
About IMAR products LLC.
IMAR, the U.S.-based boat care specialist, offers premium quality cleaners and polishers for
yachts including vinyl, clear vinyl and fiber glass gelcoats.
For more information, contact IMAR Products LLC, Manassas, VA, U.S.A. Phone: +1 703-330-
4693. www.imarsales.com
About SURETEX
SURETEX - textiles to rely on, offers best in class materials and essentials for technical textile
applications. For spots that matter and where textiles really make that difference, like in
marine, outdoor, mobility and industrial applications. We supply products that add value in
quality, functionality and looks. Making you and your products stand off from the crowd.
SURETEX, sister company of SUREFAS, next generation fasteners, is the exclusive European
master distributor for Strataglass® and IMAR products.
For more information contact SURETEX, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Phone: +31 (0)184 694
456. E-mail: info@suretex.com. Web: www.suretex.com
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NOT FOR PUBLICATION:
PRESS-contact for SURETEX: Bas Jan Veldhoen. Mobile: +31 6 41014131. E-mail:
bjv@suretex.com

https://www.suretex.com

15/11/2021

SUREFAS' new sister SURETEX brings Strataglass® to Europe.

Bas Jan Veldhoen

SUREFAS’ new sister company SURETEX is appointed as the
exclusive European master distributor for Strataglass® and
CrystalClear Products, premium quality press-polished clear vinyl
sheets. SURETEX offers best in class materials and essentials for
technical textile applications. Like in marine, outdoor, mobility and industrial applications.

SURETEX, sister company of SUREFAS, operates from Rotterdam, The
Netherlands, and is dedicated to service the European technical textile
market. It builds on extensive product knowledge, a dedicated team
and strong network of reliable distributors and clients of SUREFAS. All
sharing a vision that demanding applications require best in class
materials. SURETEX is proud to contribute to this industry by ensuring a
steady supply of this legendary product Strataglass® to Europe.
This distribution plan is the latest in the expansion
of the Strataglass brand based efforts to be a
worldwide total solution provider. SURETEX,
strategically located in The Netherlands, provides
a logistical platform that will soon enable
Strataglass brand products to be readily available
to textile distributors and marine fabricators
throughout Europe. Improving product availability
and quality of delivery supports Strataglass’
mission of helping marine manufacturers grow
their business by delivering quality products and
services of exceptional value on time, efficiently,
every day.
"We are delighted to be expanding our business with the addition of the Strataglass brand
products. Along with Herculite and Strataglass, we share common values and business
principles. Herculite’s 65 year commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will continue
to benefit our employees, distribution partners and customers.” said Bas Jan Veldhoen,
Director and owner of SURETEX. Craig Zola, Herculite Products Vice President of Marketing
and Distribution, shares the excitement and the vision. “SURETEX can build on the strong
presence among trade and professionals in the European technical textiles industry of its
sister company SUREFAS B.V., being a world class company and has been an important
manufacturer of fasteners for technical textile applications in Europe for many years. We are
excited about our new partnership and expanding our business together with the Strataglass
and CrystalClear marine enclosure brands. Both brands are iconic and have a solid
reputation for quality worldwide.”
About Strataglass LLC
Strataglass, a subsidiary of Herculite Products, is based in Fort Lauderdale Florida and is the
leading manufacturer of premium flexible clear vinyl composite sheets used in the marine
industry. The Strataglass brand features VueShield™, a highly engineered scratch resistant
coating technology.
About Herculite Products, Inc.
Herculite®, Inc. has been an innovative fabric company specializing in high performance PVC
flexible composite & coated fabrics for more than 62 years. As one of the founders of the
synthetic fabrics industry, Herculite® pioneered the use of composite fabrics in many
different industries. Today, Herculite Products Inc. provides a vast array of brands, products,
marketing, design, manufacturing, consulting, and technical expertise for the benefit of our
customers.
For more information, contact Customer Care, Strataglass LLC, Fort Lauderdale, FL 800-581-
5801, https://www.strataglass.com
About SURETEX
SURETEX - textiles to rely on, offers best in class materials and essentials for technical textile
applications. For spots that matter and where textiles really make that difference, like in
marine, outdoor, mobility and industrial applications. We supply products that add value in
quality, functionality and looks. Making you and your products stand off from the crowd.
Strataglass® and CrystalClear fit in seamlessly in our mission. SURETEX, sister company of
SUREFAS, next generation fasteners, is the exclusive European master distributor for
Strataglass® and CrystalClear Products.
For more information contact SURETEX, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Phone: +31 (0)184 694
456. E-mail: info@suretex.com. Web: www.suretex.com
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NOT FOR PUBLICATION:
PRESS-contact for SURETEX: Bas Jan Veldhoen. Mobile: +31 6 41014131. E-mail:
bjv@suretex.com
Digital press-kit is available on www.suretex.com

https://suretex.com

18/11/2019

CAF-COMPO screw-stud now with M6-thread for no-corrosion on aluminum and steel

SUREFAS

The CAF-COMPO screw-stud is the only composite screw stud that blends in any design. Now introducing new M6-threaded versions that are suitable for installation on aluminum or steel, making a 100% corrosion free solution. No galvanic action on window profiles or other aluminum or steel surfaces. The stud is the lower part of a snap or press fastener system. Despite being about the smallest item on deck, it is recognized to be a true relief for boat builders and owners to have those studs 100% corrosion free and blended away in the colour of the surface.

https://surefas.com/products/caf-compo

Press-release_CAF-COMPO_now with M6-thread for aluminum+.pdf

1/11/2018

Nominated for DAME 2018: CAF-COMPO compatible with standard locking fasteners

B.J. Veldhoen

The CAF-COMPO screw-stud is again nominated for the prestigious DAME Award. Introducing new versions that are compatible with several standard locking fasteners like: LOXX®, Tenax®, Minax and Lift-the-DOT®-type products. Despite being about the smallest item on deck, it is recognized to be a true relief for boat builders and owners to have those studs 100% corrosion free and blended away in the deck colour. The award honours and recognizes design and innovation in different categories of marine products from exhibitors of the METS tradeshow in Amsterdam, The Netherlands in November 2018.

About CAF-COMPO:
Yacht designers love to have the beautiful lines and shapes of their product not being disrupted by those inevitable points to hold cushions, blinds, carpets or covers down on deck. While it entails the exact same and quick installation as a normal screw stud. CAF-COMPO screw-stud is a composite self-tapping screw stud for use in fiber glass, wood and other composites. The stud is the lower part of a fastener system. Compatible fasteners are developed for products like: Tenax®, LOXX®, Minax and Lift-the-DOT®-type products. It comes in a few white variants to match deck colour of yachts, light grey and black, or any custom colour you like. And finally, no issue with corrosion or wearing out. A version with a metric thread makes it possible to solve the corrosion issue on any aluminum surface, like window-frames.

CAF-COMPO for regular press fastener is introduced in fall 2017 and is granted Honorable Mentions for several industry awards (IBEX Innovation Award 2017, Special Mention DAME Award 2017, IFF Innovation Award and Winner IFAI Showstopper 2018).

Stand number at METS: 12.106
More info on: www.caf-compo.com or watch this 30-seconds video: https://youtu.be/GLqQ7mANI2w

About DAME:
The DAME Design Award is the largest marine competition of its kind, anywhere in the world. It focuses attention on the art and science of design in all aspects, from styling, functionality, and innovation, through to ease of implementation, practicality of use – and even packaging. Now in its 28th year, METSTRADE has continued to support and build this competition to highlight the critical role of design in retaining today’s boat buyers and attracting the next generation.

A press-kit with hi-res pictures is available on www.surefas.com/press
More info on DAME: https://www.metstrade.com/awards/dame-design-award
More info on METS: https://www.metstrade.com
Official press release by METS for the DAME nominations 2018: https://www.metstrade.com/press/press-releases/articles/nominations-for-2018-dame-design-award/

CAF-COMPO® is patent pending and CAF® is a registered trademark of SUREFAS B.V.
Loxx® is a registered trademark of Schaeffertec GmbH / Tenax® is a registered trademark of Happich GmbH
Lift-the-DOT® is a registered trademark of Scovill Fasteners Inc.
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About SUREFAS:
SUREFAS B.V. is a Dutch company founded in 2003 and is dedicated to offer smart and high quality solutions for textile fasteners. SUREFAS is the company name behind the invention of PERFIX, a secured fastener with no protruding pins (safe and secure) and Q-SNAP, a secured fastener with stretch function. The products are known for their quality and are worked out in every minor detail and for all stakeholders. It is selling its products in over 35 countries. With this experience and dedication CAF-COMPO® is introduced. And there is more to come.

www.surefas.com/press

Press-release_CAF-COMPO-COMPATIBLES_nominated for DAME-Award 2018.pdf

20/10/2018

CAF-316® the press fastener to rely on: introducing smart screw-studs for a complete range

B.J. Veldhoen

To make it easier on any fabricator or boatbuilder to choose quality to secure his or her reputation, smart screw-studs are introduced available in 10 mm (3/8”) or 16 mm (5/8”). The oversized screw-stud fills up enlarged holes of old and removed screw-studs. The self-drilling version with the optimized thread and drill-tip causes a significant smaller chance of chipping the gel-coat. With special thread optimzed for application on composites, wood and aluminium. Resulting up to 50% better hold as opposed to thread used on standard screw-studs.

Especially in applications that don’t allow compromise, like marine, industrial and outdoor, it is the end-user of these products that suffer from insufficiencies. As true reliability drills down to every detail, CAF-316 uses spring technology that avoids galvanic corrosion or electrolysis, is full sea water resistant, while ensures a similar and stable spring performance as one is used to and should expect.

At last SUREFAS brings modern technology to bear on a long-standing problem: making press fasteners truly corrosion free. From now on you can place your trust in the real durability of CAF-316, made to last. This unique and great improvement is recognized by announcing CAF-316 to be the category WINNER of the IFAI ShowStopper Award.

CAF-316® is the only press fastener in 316 stainless steel making it even seawater resistant. The installation is like a normal press fastener, with either hand tools, pliers or (semi) automatic machines. Moreover CAF-316® is from the start available in 7 different colours and is delivered in smart, stackable packages even for do-it-yourself customers.
More info: www.surefas.com
Company information:
SUREFAS B.V. is a Dutch company founded in 2003 and is dedicated to offer smart and high quality solutions for textile fasteners. SUREFAS is the company name behind the invention of PERFIX, a secured fastener with no protruding pins (safe and secure) and Q-SNAP, a secured fastener with stretch function. The products are known for their quality and are worked out in every minor detail and for all stakeholders. It is selling its products in over 25 countries. With this experience and dedication CAF-316® is introduced. And there is more to come.

https://surefas.com/products/caf-316/

Press-release_CAF-316_introducing smart screw-studs+.pdf

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CAF-316®, made to last
the only press fastener you can truly rely on

CAF-316® is the only normal press fastener in 316 stainless steel making it even seawater resistant. Probably nobody realizes that the press fasteners that are used in rough conditions like marine applications are not even resistant to sea water. Until now! About the smallest item on deck is now available in real 316 stainless steel: CAF-316®, true durability:
_seawater RESISTANT
_RELIABLE performance
_easy to INSTALL
_variety of COLOURS for a perfect match with your cover.

Introduction date: 1/12/2010
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Australasia+Pacific: Antarctica, Australia, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Isles, Cook Islands, Fiji, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tahiti, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Norfolk Island, Northern Mariana Isles, French Polynesia, Guam, Heard And Mc Donald Isles, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Fed States)

Europe: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Wallis & Futuna Islands, Svalbard & Jan Mayen Islands, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Wales, Serbia, Slovakia (Slovak Rep), Slovenia, Spain, St. Helena, St. Pierre & Miquelon, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, S. Georgia & Sandwich Isles, San Marino, Scotland, Malta, Moldova (Rep), Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia (Republic of), Greece, Greenland, Holy See (Vatican), Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, France, France (Metro), French Southern Terr., Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegowina, British Indian Ocean Terr., Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Croatia

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CAF-COMPO
Finally: a snap that blends away in any colour

CAF-COMPO, the only self-tapping composite screw-stud for use in fiber glass, wood and other composites.

Imagine a screw stud on deck of your beautiful boat used to fix a cover being 100% corrosion free and that blends away in the deck color. A final farewell to those annoying eye-catching points that stand out of the smooth design lines, even if they are not corroded. Now also available compatible with other (locking) textile fasteners and in M6 threaded version for aluminum or steel: 100% corrosion free.

Introduction date: 1/11/2017
More information: http://www.caf-compo.com

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Middle East: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria

Product-Folder_CAF-COMPO_CCENPF02_mail.pdf

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PERFIX®, safe and secure
Finally a way to fasten your fabric safe and secur

PERFIX® is the next generation fasteners for spray hoods and marine covers.

PERFIX is a secure fastener with no outrising sharp parts or other obstacles on the decks. In contrast with the existing systems PERFIX has smooth rounded fixing points on the boat, which prevent injuries, cloth damage or just irritating hooking problems for ropes and cordages.

_No PINS on deck
_perfect GRIP
_DURABLE and corrosion-free
_comes in different COLOURS matching deck and fabric
_problem-free switch-over to PERFIX®

Introduction date: 1/06/2004
More information: http://www.perfix.nl

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Middle East: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria

Q-SNAP, tight and easy
Finally a way to fix you cover tight and easy

Exciting news for boatcovers: nothing too tight for Q-SNAP.
After every relaxing or exciting boattrip there is the hassle of fixing that boatcover or sprayhood, which is allways just too tight. While struggling your hands get hurt and finally you settle with a few loose fasteners; a true pain for every boatlover. Q-SNAP: a secure press-fastener with stretch-function, which is timesaving for covermakers to install.

Q-SNAP:
_TIGHT and secure connection
_EASY to use
_QUICK to install
_316 stainless steel

Introduction date: 3/03/2009
More information: www.q-snap.com

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