Leading fabric company Herculite has introduced a line of green, sustainable barn curtains featuring Renegade Plastics' recyclable, better-for-the-planet agricultural fabrics.

Barn curtains protect livestock from the elements, increase air circulation, control temperature, and manage light for better production. Herculite has been manufacturing high-quality, durable curtains for the poultry, hog, and dairy markets for decades. Now, with the help of Renegade's evolutionary fabric, they are launching a sustainable alternative that is free from chemicals, recyclable and reduces microplastic pollution compared to conventional woven polyethylene barn curtains, the company said in a press release.

"Herculite is known for its innovation and ability to understand the emerging needs of their customers. They visualise solutions and deliver innovative products and services that help them grow their businesses," said Renegade Plastics co-founder, Curran Hughes. "As the agriculture industry evolves, there is a demand for more sustainable textiles that are better for our animals and soils with no loss of strength or durability. We are proud to offer a fabric that paves the way towards a healthier farming and ranching future."

The Renegade Plastics' fabric that is used in Herculite's line of eco-friendly barn curtains is a medium-duty polypropylene-based coated fabric that is free from phthalates, dioxins, PFAS, and heavy metals like lead. This evolutionary material offers maximum UV stability, and based on evidence from lab tests and anecdotes from field pilots, lets in less thermal infrared radiation than polyethylene-based products while also proving to be a better insulator.

These materials are recyclable with Renegade's assistance, making them a key purchase for operations looking to enhance their circularity and keep microplastics out of their soil and livestock. Herculite barn curtains made with Renegade Plastics' fabrics are better for animal welfare and for reducing plastic waste from the agricultural industry.

"Herculite is excited to add another sustainable solution to our line of products," said Herculite's vice president of direct sales, Chad Twombly. "Herculite has been serving the livestock market with long-lasting, high-performing curtains for over 60 years. We have been looking for a sustainable solution to the polyethylene curtain option for years. With the Renegade material we can help reduce microplastic contamination, extend the life of the curtain, and provide a recyclable solution to the market."