A fabric cartridge for an automotive beating and cooling system. The apparatus
includes: a cartridge assembly, the cartridge assembly including a housing; and
a single-ply, die cut fabric web disposed therein. In the preferred embodiment,
the fabric web includes: a float-free fabric substrate; at least one surface including
a laminated film; and a plurality of apertures for diverting airflow in the heating
and cooling system; and a noise/friction reduction agent for reducing the interaction
between the housing and the fabric web.
