“Performance Apparel Markets: Product Developments and Innovations, 4th Quarter 2009”

In fabrics, Klopman International has introduced a new version of its Luminex C50 high visibility fabric, Velcro USA has developed a new moisture wicking and antimicrobial textile called Velcro brand Evaptex fabric, and Quick-Med Technologies has developed a new antimicrobial fabric treatment called Stay Fresh. Meanwhile, Kraton Polymers has introduced a range of Nexar moisture management polymers for use in high performance membranes for fabrics.

In fibres and yarns, Lenzing has developed Tencel Sun, a new Tencel fibre which can provide protection against ultraviolet (UV) rays, while Unifi Textiles Suzhou (UTSC) has launched Repreve polyester staple fibre in Asia.

In apparel, Greenology USA plans to use a SmartSilver additive to provide its Do No Harm scrubs with antimicrobial properties while Atlanco has used freshFX fabric technology to provide its Tru-Spec branded protective undergarments with anti-odour properties. Zegna Sport has introduced a new environmentally friendly version of its Zegna Sport jacket, called Ecotech Solar Jacket, which can charge small electronic devices. Adidas has introduced a new collection of yoga apparel while Falke has developed a collection of running apparel made from Biophyl fabrics. Swany America has developed a new ski glove called Swany Eco-circle as part of Teijin Fibers' Eco Circle recycling programme, and Dr Martens has designed a range of workwear for security workers.

Key Topics Covered:

AWARDS

• Schoeller Technologies has been presented with the 2009 Textile Design Award by Swiss Textiles & Zumsteg Foundation for its coldblack finishing technology

FOOTWEAR

• Adidas Golf, Nike and Magnum are using P2i's ion-mask technology to provide their footwear with water repellent properties
• Nike and Kobe Bryant have introduced their lightest ever basketball shoe

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT

• Trespass has selected VoiteQ's Vocollect Voice technology to be implemented at its distribution facility in Glasgow, UK

PROTECTIVE APPAREL

• Drifire has introduced a new range of high visibility flame resistant clothing
• Fuchshuber Techno-Tex has developed a range of cut resistant underwear
• Juba has introduced a new range of cut resistant gloves for police officers

SPORTS APPAREL

• Acushnet Japan will use Teijin's Nanofront fibre to make the material for the palm area of a new golf glove called Nanolock
• Longworth Industries and Cotton Incorporated will introduce a new range of moisture wicking cotton garments

Companies Mentioned:

• Acushnet Japan
• Adidas Golf
• Cotton Incorporated
• Drifire
• Fuchshuber Techno-Tex
• Juba
• Kobe Bryant
• Longworth Industries
• Magnum
• Nanolock
• Nike
• Schoeller Technologies
• Swiss Textiles
• Teijin's Nanofront fibre
• Trespass
• VoiteQ's Vocollect Voice technology
• Zumsteg Foundation

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