Performance apparel markets: product developments and innovations, December 2023
This report provides information on the latest developments in fabrics, fibres, outerwear, personal protective equipment (PPE), smart textiles, treatments and yarns. Furthermore, it includes news from the following innovative brands and other organisations: adidas, Asahi Kasei, Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), Devan Chemicals, HeiQ, Mammut, Microban International (Microban), National University of Singapore (NUS), Polartec, RadiciGroup, and Rheon Labs.
- SUMMARY
- FABRICS
- Polartec has launched new versions of its Power Shield and Power Stretch Pro fabrics which are made using a bio-based nylon (polyamide) 6.6 called Biolon
- FIBRES
- adidas is using fibres produced by Rheon Labs in its sportswear
- Asahi Kasei will develop a new variety of its Roica stretch fibre for sportswear applications
- Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend) has expanded its Acteev range of fibres
- OUTERWEAR
- HeiQ, Mammut and Nespresso have collaborated in the development of a high performance insulation jacket
- PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
- A consortium in Germany is developing lightweight, comfortable suits which are designed to protect against nuclear, biological and chemical substances (NBC suits)
- SMART TEXTILES
- Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed an innovative method for producing functional fibres for smart textile applications
- TREATMENTS
- Devan Chemicals has expanded its range of microencapsulated active ingredients for application to fabrics
- Microban International (Microban) has developed an antimicrobial treatment called Ascera which can be used in coatings and moulded polymers
- YARNS
- RadiciGroup has developed a yarn called Radilon Chill-fit which promotes breathability and freshness
- List of figures
- Figure 1: The Extraordinary Jacket
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