From commercial satellites to high-stakes defense and security missions, Colorado-based Proline Performance operates at the intersection of materials science and mission execution.  With more than 50 years of application expertise, Proline Performance has built its reputation on solving complex challenges.

The company’s role goes far beyond the distribution of high-performance tapes, films, foils, and insulation materials—they act as a technical partner, working directly with customers to define mission requirements and engineer tailored material solutions.

Proline’s capabilities include:

• Converting films, foils, and tapes into custom aerospace components
• Supporting thermal control systems, including Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI)
• Delivering precision-engineered gaskets, seals, and packaging solutions
• Ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace and defense standards

In many cases, Proline serves as an extension of their customers’ engineering teams—helping translate mission constraints into manufacturable, high-performance materials. “We work with customers to define their mission needs, then build the right solution around that,” said Gordon O’Hara, Global Sales Director of Space and Satellite at Proline. 

The Dunmore Partnership: A Decade of Collaboration

For more than 10 years, Proline has partnered with Dunmore—leveraging their advanced films, foils, and coated materials as the foundation for many of Proline’s custom solutions. “We’re essentially an extension of the Dunmore team,” he added.

Today, Proline incorporates Dunmore materials across a significant portion of its portfolio:

• OEM of 80+ products, many based on Dunmore materials
• Extensive use of films and foils for space and satellite applications
• Integration into MLI systems, insulation materials, and specialty components

The relationship is deeply collaborative. Proline works directly with customers to define requirements, then partners with Dunmore to identify—or develop—the optimal material solution. “We differentiate ourselves by solving mission issues—and that’s exactly what Dunmore enables us to do,” he said.

Dunmore Stands Out, Exceeds Expectations

Proline evaluates suppliers based on their ability to support both technical and operational success:

• Proven performance and flight heritage
• Strong R&D and problem-solving capabilities
• Responsiveness to urgent and complex requests
• Commitment to timelines and delivery reliability
• Willingness to collaborate on new product development

Dunmore consistently meets—and often exceeds—these expectations. In an industry where performance is expected, differentiation comes from expertise, heritage, and responsiveness. 

“Dunmore has the flight heritage and the expertise to solve problems,” added O’Hara. “And in this business, having that high level of experience paired with the mentality–and ability–to deliver quickly, is unique. Dunmore truly understands what’s at stake for customers.”

For Proline, Dunmore separates itself from others in the industry for three very distinct reasons.

1. Flight Heritage and Proven Performance: Dunmore’s materials have extensive flight heritage, providing confidence in applications where failure is not an option. 
2. Deep Technical Expertise: Dunmore’s strength in research and development enables rapid problem-solving and innovation—particularly when standard materials are not sufficient.
3. Responsiveness and Agility: Proline frequently receives requests for highly specialized, custom solutions—often with tight timelines. Dunmore’s ability to respond quickly and adapt is critical.

Solving Complex Challenges Together

Beyond materials, Dunmore brings a collaborative mindset to the partnership—working closely with Proline to develop new products and meet evolving mission demands. “They’re always listening and responding to customers’ mission needs,” he continued.

Customers regularly approach Proline with unique or unconventional requirements such as:

• New spacecraft designs requiring custom insulation configurations
• Specialized environments demanding tailored material properties
• Urgent timelines where rapid development and delivery are essential

In these scenarios, Proline and Dunmore collaborate to develop solutions that meet both technical and schedule constraints.

Experience Drives Success

Over a decade of partnership, Dunmore has established itself as a trusted and integral part of Proline’s supply chain and solution development process. Their materials form the backbone of many Proline offerings, while their expertise and responsiveness enable Proline to deliver value to customers worldwide.

“Dunmore is a world-class provider—and the kind of partner you want when missions are on the line,” said O’Hara.