Low-Cost, Durable and Non-Toxic Flame-Resistant Fabric Treatment for Combat Uniform Navy SBIR FY2012.3 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2012.3 Topic No.: N123-153 Topic Title: Low-Cost, Durable and Non-Toxic Flame-Resistant Fabric Treatment for Combat Uniform Proposal No.: N123-153-0143 Firm: InnoSense LLC 2531 West 237th Street Suite 127 Torrance, California 90505-5245 Contact: David Hess Phone: (310) 530-2011 Web Site: www.innosense.us Abstract: The United States Marine Corps is interested in developing affordable and durable flame resistant fabric treatments for NYCO (50% nylon-50% cotton) fabrics like those used in the Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniforms (MCCUU). The proposed treatment must not increase the overall price by more than $4 to $8 per MCCUU. InnoSense LLC (ISL) proposes to introduce a novel method to for attaching non-halogenated compounds to the surface of the current generation MCCUU as flame retardant materials. The proposed treatment will not adversely affect the functionality of any other coating or treatment on the uniform, and will be covalently bonded to the surface of the fabric via traditional dye methods. During Phase I, ISL will develop the processing methodology to produce a cost-effective flame retardant material. ISL will work with Milliken Company to develop a process that will minimize the cost increase over the base MCCUU material. During Phase II, ISL will scale-up the processing methodology to delivery an appropriate quantity of yardage for field testing and product verification. ISL will maintain its ongoing relationship with Milliken to develop a durable, cost-effective flame retardant treatment that will survive daily use while imparting no adverse affects on existing fabric treatments. Benefits: InnoSense LLC's (ISL) approach will improve the FR properties of first responder garments, as well as under layer clothing such as shirts, shorts, sweaters, and jackets without compromising comfort and flexibility. Our FR materials can also be incorporated into everyday items such as blankets, mattresses, upholstered furniture textiles, carpets, textile wall lining, curtains, protective clothes, tarpaulins, and tents. Potential customers would then include major health provider networks, universities, fitness chains, movie theaters, and public transportation like buses and subways. Other markets include electrical housings, connectors, printed circuit boards, and wire and cable insulation. The transportation industry, which already uses FR materials, would be very interested in the addition of the flame retardant treatment to increase the life time of their components. Return