Natural Replacements

Synthetic Natural
Polystar-O Tampico
DuraPalm I & II Palmyra
PolyUnion Union Mix
PolyCorn Broom Corn
PolyBass Bass Fibers
PolyPalm I & II Palmyra & Bassine
Equestran Horsehair
TamPoly Tampico
At the request of many brush manufacturers, Monahan Filaments has developed and recently completed a full line of natural fiber alternatives allowing it to compete in the natural fibers marketplace. Synthetic filaments as an alternative ensure a reliable supply and guarantee consistency in quality. Recent innovations have yielded a number of filaments that have superior technical and physical characteristics as well as a look and feel that closely resemble their natural counterpart. Not only do synthetic filaments ensure a reliable supply with exacting specifications but also they have been designed for increased wear, abrasion resistance, low moisture absorption and excellent wet stiffness and chemical resistance properties. Their uniform and consistent physical characteristics also lend themselves to increased productivity and reduced waste and machine downtime. Monahan Filaments line of natural fiber alternatives are fast becoming the product of choice for many applications such as paint brushes, hair brushes, shoe brushes, upright brooms, sweeps and scrubs to name a few. Specially engineered and designed filaments are available for items such as Palmyra, Tampico, Broom Corn, Bassine, Union Mix, Horsehair and Rice Root.

DuraPalm I & II and PolyPalm I & II
A special mix of varying diameters, crimps and colors that give it the look, feel and improved performance of Palmyra and Palmyra stalks. Consistent quality, light weight and free of debris this product will help reduce waste by as much as 20%. Both DuraPalm and PolyPalm are available in two different grades for various applications. Their improved properties will add value to your products through improved wear and abrasion resistance.

PolyUnion and TamPoly
Two of the newest arrivals to the family of natural fiber replacement products developed as substitutes for Tampico and Union Mix. These filaments increase value with improved performance characteristics and increase productivity with higher yields and reduced waste. These products will remain stiff when wet and are excellent for aggressive scrubbing applications. They also have excellent resistance to most chemicals and cleaning solutions.

Equestran
A natural Horsehair alternative excellent for floorsweeps, shoe brushes and anywhere horsehair is used. Equestran is readily available, free of debris, mildew proof and its uniform quality make it a very cost effective and efficient alternative. The specially mixed filaments offer improved performance characteristics with the look and feel of its natural counterpart. Avoid the price fluctuations and supply inconsistencies with a strong, dependable and versatile performer, Equestran. Click here for details on Equestran.

   
 
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