Custom PE Tarpaulin 160gms Roll for Trucking Cover – Full Range

Description

Dedicated QA at every stage — coating weight and base fabric density verified roll-by-roll so the PE tarpaulin you receive matches the PE tarpaulin you specified.

Technical Specifications

Application Suitability

Why Quoted GSM Without Density Data Misleads Buyers

A 160gms PE tarpaulin with a loose weave behaves very differently from one with a tight mesh, even though both carry the same weight label.

When a quotation lists only the GSM, the buyer has no way to judge how that weight is distributed between the HDPE base yarn and the LDPE coating. A heavier coating over a sparse weave may reach the target weight but will lack tensile integrity at stress points. [NEED_CITE: relationship between mesh count and tensile performance in woven PE fabrics]. Conversely, a tighter weave with less coating delivers better tear resistance but may compromise surface waterproofing at the weld lines. For a PE tarpaulin custom manufacturer, stating the mesh range alongside the weight allows the buyer to match the construction to the actual load and exposure conditions rather than relying on a single number.

Roll Stock and Cut-to-Size Flexibility Under One Production Line

This 160gms PE tarpaulin is produced in 100m rolls or cut to standard and custom sheet dimensions on the same line. Roll stock suits fabricators who cut and weld to their own patterns, while pre-cut sheets with hemmed edges and eyelets serve fleets and contractors who need ready-to-deploy covers. The production line handles both formats without separate minimums, which matters when a single order includes both roll stock for inventory and cut sheets for an immediate project.

Colour and Print Consistency Across the Full Order

PE tarpaulin rolls in the same order can show visible shade variation if the resin batch or extrusion temperature drifts during production. This matters most when sheets are installed side by side on a fleet of trailers or across a construction compound. Colour matching is controlled at the compounding stage before weaving begins, and printed logos or company information are applied after the LDPE coating has fully cured. [NEED_CITE: batch colour consistency standards for extrusion-coated polyethylene fabrics]. Requesting a sample roll before the full run allows you to verify shade and print sharpness against your approval standard.

Mesh Density, Coating Balance and What They Mean in Use

The 6X6 to 16X16 mesh range defines how many HDPE yarns cross per square inch in each direction. A lower mesh count uses thicker yarns with wider gaps, which the LDPE coating must bridge — this gives a softer hand and lower cost but reduces tear propagation resistance. A higher mesh count creates a tighter grid that distributes load across more yarn intersections, improving tensile strength and limiting how far a puncture can spread. The 160gms total weight is shared between this base fabric and the double-side LDPE coating, so selecting the mesh density is effectively choosing how much of the weight budget goes to structural yarn versus surface waterproofing. For truck covering, a mid-to-high mesh density balances flexibility around load contours with resistance to wind-driven flapping. For static stockpile covers, a lower mesh with heavier coating may suffice. The PP rope hem and black plastic corner triangles concentrate tie-down forces away from the eyelet holes and into the reinforced edge, which is where most field failures originate.

The Hidden Cost of Overlooking Hem and Eyelet Specifications

A tarpaulin that tears at the eyelet rather than across the body has failed at its most predictable stress point. When eyelet spacing is too wide, the load between fixings flexes the fabric beyond its elastic limit, especially under wind gusts on highway transport. Rustproof aluminum eyelets at 1m spacing distribute tie-down tension more evenly than 1.5m spacing, but only if the PP rope hem is properly heat-sealed into the folded edge. [NEED_CITE: tarpaulin edge reinforcement failure modes under cyclic wind loading]. Corner triangles prevent the diagonal pull from ratchet straps from splitting the corner — without them, the first season of use often ends with torn corners that render the entire sheet unusable. These details are specified before production, not corrected after delivery.

Production Control That Shows Up in the Roll You Receive

The 10-person R&D team develops samples within days for custom colour, mesh density and print requirements, so approval happens before the production run. Three full production lines with 36 sets of professional equipment provide the capacity to deliver container-quantity orders without splitting batches across different machines. QA inspection covers coating weight, mesh count, colour shade and eyelet placement at every stage, with 100% pre-shipment inspection generating a documented roll-by-roll record. Nearly 30 years of focused coated fabric production means the process parameters for HDPE weaving and LDPE extrusion coating are established, not experimental. The documentation package includes a material specification sheet, roll packing list and certificate of origin for import clearance into North America, Europe and Asia.

Documentation & Verification

• Material specification sheet stating exact 160gms weight, HDPE mesh count and LDPE coating weight per side before production begins
• Pre-shipment inspection record with actual weight verification per roll against the quoted GSM
• UV and fire resistant treatment test reports supplied when applicable, matching the grade required for your market
• Roll packing list, certificate of origin and customs documentation for smooth import clearance
• Colour reference sample retained on file for repeat orders and batch matching

Fabrication, Handling & Storage

• Heat-seal the PP rope hem at temperatures matched to the LDPE coating melt point to avoid delamination at the fold
• Space rustproof aluminum eyelets at 1m intervals for truck load covers to reduce fabric flex between tie-down points
• Store 100m rolls upright on pallets to prevent flat-spot creases that weaken the HDPE weave at the bend
• Avoid dragging cut sheets across abrasive surfaces — the LDPE coating scratches before the HDPE base fabric yields
• Clean with mild detergent and soft brush; solvents can degrade the LDPE surface and reduce water beading
• When welding seams between panels, match heat and dwell time to the 160gms combined thickness to ensure full fusion

What We Need From You to Quote Accurately

Send the application environment and exposure conditions — highway transport, static outdoor storage, or agricultural covering — along with the target market so we can confirm whether UV or fire resistant treatment is required and at which grade. Specify the roll format or cut sheet dimensions, eyelet spacing preference and any colour or logo print requirements. If this is a first order, we will produce a sample in the exact 160gms construction for your approval before committing the full production run.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is the 160gms GSM verified on arrival, and can I request a pre-shipment weight sample?
A: Every roll is weighed during pre-shipment inspection and recorded against the specification sheet. We can send a weight sample cut from the production batch before dispatch so you can verify the 160gms coating and base fabric combined weight independently upon arrival.

Q: What UV and fire-resistant treatment options are available, and which test reports support them?
A: UV protection and fire resistant treatments are available as per requirements. The specific grade and test standard depend on your market regulations. Confirm the grade required for your application, and we will supply the corresponding test documentation with your shipment.

Q: How do you control colour consistency across multiple rolls or sheets in the same order?
A: Colour is set at the resin compounding stage before weaving, and extrusion temperatures are monitored throughout the run. Rolls from the same production batch are grouped together. We retain a colour reference on file so repeat orders can be matched to the original shade.

Q: What is the process for ordering custom sheet sizes, eyelet spacing and logo printing?
A: Provide your sheet dimensions, preferred eyelet spacing (1m or 1.5m or custom) and artwork for any logo or company information print. We develop a sample in the specified 160gms construction for your approval before the full production run begins.

Q: How are rolls packed and loaded into containers to prevent transit damage and creasing?
A: Rolls are packed with protective wrapping and loaded upright or horizontally on pallets depending on container configuration. The packing list details roll count, weight and dimensions. We optimise loading to prevent compression creases that could affect the LDPE coating surface.