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Subject: Manufacturer of metallized plastic emergency blankets
Category: Business and Money
Asked by: dentoman-ga
List Price: $30.00
Posted: 02 Feb 2003 18:23 PST
Expires: 04 Mar 2003 18:23 PST
Question ID: 156533
I need a manufacturer of metallized (aluminized) reflective plastic
emergency blankets. These are usually used by EMS or the Red Cross to
victims to wrap themselves and retain their body heat. There are many
sources of aluminized plastic sheets, but they MUST cut and FOLD the
4'by 8' sheets into small packages. Moore Medical sells the blankets
in little packages but they use their own label. If someone can find
their OEM manufacturer, it woud be perfect.
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Subject: Re: Manufacturer of metallized plastic emergency blankets
Answered By: clouseau-ga on 02 Feb 2003 20:22 PST
Rated:5 out of 5 stars
 
Hello dentoman,

Thank you for your question. 

Searching for metalized blanket manufacturers, I first located  the
following company in the UK:

Harrison Insulating Systems
http://www.hisystems.co.uk/

We are one of the UK's premier manufacturers and suppliers of high
quality 'Life' brand Emergency (sometimes known as 'Space') Blankets,
Reusable Blankets and Marathon Recovery Capes. Within this site you
will find details on our product lines, information on the best ways
to use the blankets, some additional information about hypothermia.

It reminded me that the original design and use for these was due to
NASA and the Apollo program and I looked to see what I could find for
"space blanket". As you can see, the following is but one of dozens of
vendors that sell these folded and packaged at very reasonable prices.


http://www.nitro-pak.com/productdetails.asp?SKU=5210
Space Blanket

Code-4 SKU: 5210
Model Number: 
Category: 72-Hour Kits: Accessories: Blankets & Sleeping Bags
Manufacturer: Space
Price: $2.47


Searching further for "manufacturer of" +"space blanket" lead me to
MPI Outdoors, the manufacturer of the original Space Blanket:

http://www.mpioutdoors.com/welcome.htm

MPI O u t d o o r s
10 Industrial Drive, Windham, NH 03087-2020 
800-343-5827 || 603-890-0455 
603.890.0477 fax
Email: outdoor1@ix.netcom.com

http://www.mpioutdoors.com/product.htm

"SPACE ® Brand ALL WEATHER BLANKET is a by-product of the super
insulating materials originally developed by MPI for NASA. This
blanket will reflect and help retain over 80% of radiated body heat,
providing warmth and protection, even in sub zero temperatures.
Manufactured by MPI since 1964, this is a premier accessory product
for all outdoor activities. The fully bound material measures 60" (152
cm) by 84" (214cm), weighs just 10 ounces (283 g) and is available in
RED. BLUE. OLIVE DRAB or ORANGE. The multi-ply laminated construction
along with the reflective metal surface make this the "ideal outdoor
safety blanket", for personal protection, shelters, ground covers,
boating, hiking, sight visibility and it is a radar reflector. The ALL
WEATHER BLANKET is a four ply laminate of clear polyethylene film, a
precise vacuum deposition of pure aluminum, a special reinforcing
fabric and a layer of colored polyethylene film. This new ASTROLAR®
reinforcing fabric provides up to 50% more tear and puncture
resistance than our previous product. The special four layer
construction techniques of the ALL WEATHER BLANKET and its unique
physical properties help to make it a perfect accessory item for all
outdoor activities.

SPACE ®Brand EMERGENCY BLANKET is about the size of a package of
cigarettes, but opens to a 56" (142cm) by 84" (214cm) tough and
durable blanket. Manufactured by MPI since 1964 of the finest
polyester material and purest vacuum deposited aluminum for the
reflective surface, this product has helped to save countless lives,
by providing protection from the elements. Used worldwide in disaster
relief, rescue, and by militaries, this product is a 2 ounce life
insurance policy. Will help prevent hypothermia by reflecting and
retaining body heat, it is also very effective in preventing trauma
shock, using the same reflective qualities. Available in silver/silver
for regular use and Orange/Silver for greater visibility against a
snow or water background. Registered FDA Medical Device No. 1220702.
This is the"ORIGINAL SPACE® BLANKET" made exclusively in America,
since 1964. Do not be fooled by imitations without a reputation, or of
suspect origin. When it's your life you want the "proven best". "

There is no mention on their pages if they supply OEM, but it is a
registered medical device and I would venture to guess that they
indeed may do OEM sales.

An interesting and similar product called the Blizzard Pack appears
here:

http://www.blizzardpack.com/thepack.html

This is made by another UK company called Blizzard Protection Systems.
Their contact information appears here:

http://www.blizzardpack.com/contactus.html

Adventure Medical Kits manufactures a similar product:
http://www.backpackinglight.com/index/article.asp?did=94

Adventure Medical Kits (AMK) Emergency Sleeping Bag is the classic
Mylar space blanket taped along the sides to form a bag. The packaging
promotes it as an emergency sleeping bag to 'survive the unexpected
night out'.

http://www.lifesystems.co.uk/
Lifesystems

Another UK manufacturer of thermal survival blankets


These companies might be worthwile to email to inquire about OEM
products for your needs.


Searching further, now for "thermal blanket" +OEM OR manufacturer I
came across a Taiwanese resource:

http://welljack.net/
Welljack; Manufacturer and Exporter of Cooler bags, Emergency Thermal
blankets, Car seat covers & accessories,
Beach mats, Camping necessities, Trendy items, Aluminum accessories,
Key chains, Carabiners, Waterproof gear ...

Mailing Address:
Welljack Industries Co., Ltd.
5F-3, #1, Alley 1, Lane 78, Chang Tai street
San Shia Town 237 
Taipei County
Taiwan, R.O.C.

Useful e-mail addresses:

inquire(at)welljack.net
info(at)welljack.net


Relectix is a manufacturer of sinulating material and notes:
http://www.reflectixinc.com/funfacts.asp

Did you know Reflectix® Insulation has been used as tent mats, can
coolers, cooler liners, stadium seats, hunter's vest, survival
blankets, sunshields for autos and RVs, air conditioner covers, camper
shell insulation, and insulation for antique autos and hot rods?

They may be a good resource to lead you to an OEM manufacturer
currently using their materials.

http://www.reflectixinc.com/contactus.asp
PHONE: (765) 533-4332 WATTS: (800) 879-3645 FAX: (765) 533-2327
Reflectix Inc. #1 School Street P.O. Box 108 Markleville, IN 46056

customerservice@reflectixinc.com 

Finally, I checked the Thomas Register Online at
www.thomasregister.com and found results searching for "thermal
blanket" :

http://www92.thomasregister.com/ss/.71615355795/TCdcopro.cgi?uuid=THtrguest&sid=71615355795&script_name=TCdcopro.cgi&search_type=keyword&search_string=thermal%20blanket&seq=1&pn=&az=73336653&st=&pdm=

AR Tech, Div. Of A & R Tarpaulins, Inc.
 
16246 Valley Blvd.
Fontana, CA 92335
USA
Tel: 909-829-4444
Fax: 909-829-0564
http://www.artech2000.com

Company Description
Designers, Engineers, Manufacturers & Installers Of
Industrial/Technical Fabric Products, Addressing Requirements For
Designed Protective Covers, Industrial Curtain Enclosures, Thermal &
Acoustical Insulation Assemblies, Truck Covers & Cover Systems, EMI,
Conductive & AntiStatic Assemblies, Commercial Awnings & Tensile
Structures, Clean Rooms, Barriers, & Designed Cable Wrap Assemblies.
Process Involves Collaborative Or Company Designed Concepts Focusing
On Client Requirements, & Materials Used Range From Metalized & Carbon
Coated Conductive Fabrics, To Acrylics, To Vinyl Coated & Laminated
Fabrics & Canvas.
 
And, searching Thomas Register for "Emergency Blanket" uncovered the
following leads for you:
http://www92.thomasregister.com/ss/.71615355795/TPdcolist.cgi?uuid=THtrguest&sid=71615355795&search_type=product&search_string=emergency%20blanket&pn=0058687

Mayday Industries Inc.
  
16392 Gothard St., Ste. A
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
USA
Tel: 714-843-9992
Fax: 714-843-9992
 
Product Description
Developed For Use By Astronauts, The Solar Blanket Retains 90% Of Body
Heat & Can Be Used As Ground Cover Or Shield From Elements

*****************

Tabb Textile Co., Inc.
  
511 Pleasant Dr.
Opelika, AL 36801
USA
Tel: 334-745-6762
Fax: 888-266-0424
 
Product Description
Institutional & Health Care. Disaster Relief & Emergency Blankets.
Synthetic, Wool & Natural Fibers & Various Blends. Woven & Non-Woven.
Fire/Flame Resistant
 
*****************


Search Strategy:

emergency blanket
space blanket
metalized blanket
thermal blanket
thermal +emergency +blanket +OEM OR manufacturer

I trust my research will lead to you a manufacturer of emergency
blankets to fit your needs. If a link above should fail to work or
anything require further explanation, please do post a Request for
Clarification and I will be pleased to assist further.

Regards,

-=clouseau=-
dentoman-ga rated this answer:5 out of 5 stars and gave an additional tip of: $5.00
Excellent, thorough, quick response

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