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	BioThane&reg; performs better than polyester because BioThane&reg; is coated webbing, which makes it stronger and more abrasion resistant, flexible and durable than polyester.</h1>
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	Polyester&rsquo;s uncoated surface makes it more vulnerable to weather and abrasion. It is also inferior to BioThane&reg; in appearance. BioThane&reg; provides the peace of mind that your product will outperform and outlast products using polyester straps.</p>
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				<strong>BioThane&reg; Coated Webbing</strong></td>
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					Coated surface, easy to clean, hygienic</p>
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					Uncoated surface, absorbs dirt, hard to clean, harbors bacteria</p>
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					Weather and abrasion resistant</p>
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					Worn down easily by weather and abrasion</p>
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					Professional, high-quality, finished appearance</p>
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					Low-quality appearance</p>
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					<img align="middle" alt="Polyester Webbing versus BioThane®" class="border" height="195" src="images/stories/sideimages/vsnylon02.jpg" width="221" /></p>
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					To help you determine which BioThane&reg; product is right for your application, please reference our <a href="./index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=77&amp;Itemid=187">Compare Coatings</a> chart.</p>
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				&nbsp;<img align="middle" alt="Polyester Webbing" class="border" height="195" src="images/stories/sideimages/vsnylon01.jpg" width="260" /></td>
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