Polyfab
The Nolan Group supply and distribute Polyfab™ products Australia-wide and internationally. Polyfab™ is the market-leader in shade cloth, agricultural and horticultural textiles and polyfabrics.
Made tough in Australia, used and trusted globally
Polyfab™ products are engineered to perform in Australia’s harsh climate. They work well with UV exposure, strong winds, temperature fluctuations and abrasion from dust and sand.
Manufactured using premium materials, Polyfab™ shade cloth and textiles deliver long-term durability, tear resistance and consistent performance, making them ideal for:
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School shade structures and playgrounds
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Commercial car parks and outdoor spaces
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Residential pools and patios
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Greenhouses, farms and nurseries
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Machinery, hay and asset protection
Polyfab™ textiles are made from the best quality materials to minimise the chance of tearing or fraying.
The safest choice for school shade in Australia
When specifying shade for schools, UV protection is critical. Many installations prioritise cost or look, but fail to meet the highest protection standards required to keep students and staff safe from Australian UV.
Polyfab Xtra is engineered to eliminate that risk, delivering
- UVR Block: up to 99.8% (average 99.1%)
- UVE Rating: Most Effective (95%+) under AS 4174:2018
- Compliance: Exceeds requirements across all major state and national frameworks
Backed by a 15-year warranty, it’s a true specification-grade solution for winning and delivering school projects with certainty. Polyfab Xtra opens the door to school projects with a fully compliant, specification-ready solution that makes it easier to win and deliver with confidence.
Specify with confidence
Deliver safer shade with Nolan
In a sector where safety, compliance and long-term performance are non-negotiable, the Polyfab™ range stands out.
Access the Polyfab™ collection , including Xtra, Parasol and PolyFX, through Nolan’s for reliable supply, technical guidance and expert support.
High strength to weight ratio
Approved by Melanoma International Foundation
UV stabilised
Global supplier
Industry-leading warranties
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FAQs:
While many products only meet minimum thresholds in darker colours, Polyfab Xtra achieves Most Effective (95%+) UVE across its range, ensuring consistent compliance regardless of colour selection.
| Metric | Performance | UVE Category |
| UVR Block % | 90.8–99.8 (avg 99.1) | Most Effective (95%+) |
Polyfab Xtra is engineered to meet or surpass the most stringent UV protection standards across every state and sector:
- Victoria (VSBA s5.1.5): Designed for high to extreme UV protection environments
- South Australia (Education Standards p128): Achieves ≥95% UV-B block-out in line with AS 4174:2018
- NSW, QLD, WA (SunSmart guidelines): Exceeds recommended 94–95%+ UV protection levels
- Private schools & NCC-aligned projects: Meets or exceeds 94–95%+ best-practice benchmarks
This removes ambiguity during specification and ensures compliance across all applications.
PolyFX is ideal for residential and lighter applications where flexibility and ease of handling are key, without needing full specification-grade compliance.
Yes. Parasol is a versatile, cost-effective commercial shade cloth with strong UV protection, ideal for larger structures.