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Fabric Trademark and Brand Name Index
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| Airstretch™ - A fabric collection from CastleRock's Casual Performance fabric line, which is "light as air", and offers "comfort stretch" for flexible performance without the expense of spandex. The Airstretch fabrics have a 4-way stretch and recovery quality without the use of spandex. The fabrics are also very soft and easy-care. | |
Armor-Tan™
- A new generation leather, developed by Pittards, which uses chemistry focused on the fibril bundles within the leather structure. By encasing the fibril bundles by microscopic ceramic "armor plates" within the leather structure, a greater resistance to abrasion and an increase in the durability of the leather is created.
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| Artic Fleece® - Artic Fleece® is Menra Mills' lightweight polyester fleece used in active outdoor apparel. | |
| Avora® FR - AVORA® FR is the trademark for licensed fabrics containing 100% inherent FR polyester fiber from INVISTA. All Avora FR fabrics must be certified by INVISTA to exhibit the tradename. Avora FR fabrics meet most flammability requirements for use in hospitality and contract furnishing applications. Avora FR fabrics are synonymous with safety, as the flame resistance is permanent and will not wash or wear out. Avora FR fabrics also exhibit excellent wear properties, good dimensional stability, excellent colorfastness and ease of care. Avora FR fabrics, produced from INVISTA FR fiber, are available in a wide range of colors and designs. | |
| Berber By Glenoit - Berber By Glenoit" is Glenoit Mills' cut pile fabric with a tumbled, curled, tweed-like surface, made of MicroSupreme/acrylic/ polyester/modacrylic. Major properties of this easy-care fabric include moisture transport capabilities, excellent color retention, and quick drying. The pile is used in outerwear, skiwear, and casual sportswear. | |
| Bluesign® - Schoeller Textil USA's trademark name for its high-tech envirnmentally friendly fabrics. These textiles comply with the bluesign® standard. They guarantee the lowest possible concentration of harmful substances and are manufactured in a safe and resource-saving way. | |
Body Care®
- BODY CARE® (Quick Dry — QD100) This fabric absorbs the moisture and perspiration from the skin and transports it quickly through the fabric for fast evaporation.
BODY CARE® (Multi-Function — AB100) This fabric is a highly effective natural anti-microbial agent, restraining the microbe from breeding, and is both ecologically and environmentally friendly.
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| Cascade - A rich, melton-like fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Caslana - A washable wool pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is very light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Chantilly - A silky, textured pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Chinella® - Chinella® is a collection of three types of polyester fleece fabrics developed by Menra Mills for outerwear, skiwear, sweaters, linings, and accessories. The fabric contains recycled polyester with quick-drying, rapid-wicking characteristics. | |
| Cocona® Fabrics - TrapTek's Cocona fibers and yarns are infused with activated carbon from coconut shells and provides moisture management, odor management and UV protection. The yarns and fibers are lightweight, comfortable and retain all other product features, such as stretch and washability for the life of the product. TrapTek's Cocona was named by Time Magazine as one of the most amazing inventions of 2005. | |
Concept III Textiles
- Concept III fabrics provided by Concept III International include
the development, sourcing, and production of both knit and
woven textiles and textile-based finished apparel products
worldwide. Utilizing a keen understanding of global commerce,
extensive textile and fiber development expertise, and effective
mill and factory relationships. Concept III fabrics are targeted
towards the casual sportswear and performance sportswear
market.
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| Coolmax™ EcoTech™ - This ultimate performance fabric delivers the same high-performance, quick-dry benefits and comfort as the original Coolmax® fabric, but has the added benefit of being made from recycled resources. The process for making Coolmax™ EcoTech™ fiber begins with post-consumer bottles made of polyethylene terephthalate, or PET. | |
CORDURA®
- For more than 30 years, CORDURA® brand fabric has been recognized worldwide as the fabric of choice for manufacturers of high performance gear and apparel where durability counts. From backpacks and luggage to footwear, workwear, performance apparel and upholstery, INVISTA’s CORDURA® fabrics add stylish durability and lightweight strength to almost everything they are a part of.
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| Cryon™ - Developed by Consoltex, Cryon™ is a modacrylic-cotton blend and inherently flame resistant fabric that has natural moisture management properties and offers limitless coloring options, including "bright colors". The 9.4 ounce fabric is compliant with NFPA 70E level 2 for electricians and electrical wor | |
| Darlexx Superskin® - Darlexx Superskin®, Shawmut Mills, is made with two-ply nylon and Lycra®, along with a proprietary thermoplastic film laminate. The fabric provides a low drag coefficient for speed in competition swim, ski, and running apparel. | |
| Darlexx Thermalastic® - Darlexx Thermalastic®, Shawmut Mills, is a three-ply Lycra® with a proprietary thermoplastic film and microfiber fleece. The fabric is waterproof, windproof, and breathable and provides all-directional stretch and insulation characteristics for watersports and skiwear apparel. | |
| Darlexx® - Darlexx®, made by Shawmut Mills, is a two-, three-, four-ply Lycra® fabric with a proprietary thermoplastic film laminate, which creates waterproof, windproof, breathable characteristics in all-directional stretch fabric for outerwear, swimwear, skiwear, and scuba apparel. | |
| Deer Creek Fabrics - The Deer Creek Line of performance fabrics are developed by Deer Creek, a Stamford, Connecticut, based technology and customer-driven textile company. The innovative knitted fabrics are targeted towards the outdoor and active performance wear markets, as well as the industrial and medical markets. Besides maintaining its line of innovative product developments, Deer Creek Fabrics also works closely with its customer base of branded manufacturers and specialty retailers in the development of customized fabrics. | |
| Design Knit Fabrics - Developed by Design Knit, Inc., located in Los Angeles, California, a collection of new fabric developments and European quality fine-gauge knits targeted towards the high-end contemporary/ fashion markets, but are available at affordable prices. The company continually adds new product developments to its knit fabric line, utilizing a wide variety of fine, high-quality yarns including: Supima® cotton, organic cotton, Modal®, Micro Modal® blends, Tencel®, bamboo, as well as silk, wool, and cashmere blends. All knitted fabrics can be constructed with or without Lycra®/spandex. | |
Dri-release®
- Dri-release is an engineered yarn, developed
by Optimer Performance Fibers, which uses a
patented microblend of natural and synthetic
fibers, combining the best qualities of both.
The natural fibers absorb moisture, pulling
it off the skin and onto the fabric.
Synthetic fibers repel moisture, forcing it
through to the surface of the garment where
it evaporates quickly as airflow moves across
the surface of the fabric.
Dri-release also has the added proprietary
benefit of FreshGuard, a natural component
and unique process activated right in the
yarn, helping this ultimate performance
fabric virtually elim
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DRY INSIDE PERFORMANCE COTTON
- This innovative line of cotton fabrics, developed for the high performance and under garment markets through an exclusive partnership between Antex and Nanotex, is the first true “PERFORMANCE COTTON”. DRY INSIDE PERFORMANCE COTTON is a 100% natural cotton fabric which moves moisture from the inside to the outside of a garment, keeping the wearer dry and comfortable in active or athletic situations. A DRY INSIDE fabrics wick moisture from the skin side and instantly transfer it to the outside of the fabric, keeping the inside against the skin totally dry.
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| DryLiner® - DryLiner is a trademark fabric of InSport. It is a lightweight blend of CoolMax® and Lycra® designed with enhanced horizontal stretch and inhibited vertical stretch. The construction of this soft fabric provides both comfort and ideal support. | |
| DrySport® - DrySport is a registered trademark of InSport. This is a uniquely double-faced fabric with a nylon face for maximum durability, and a Micromattique polyester backing provides superior moisture management through the latest hydrophobic/hydrophilic, push/pull fabric technology | |
| Earthwhile™ - Earthwhile™ are eco-smart fabrics developed by Consoltex that are durable, abrasion resistant, fast drying activewear fabrics featuring natural, organic and recycled materials designed to deliver performance with an environmental consciousnes | |
| Entrant® - an advanced material that fulfills the two functions that are vital for active sportswear: moisture-permeability to allow perspiration to escape from the skin during exercise, and waterproof properties to prevent rain penetrating from outside. Entrant*'s qualities make it ideal for skiwear, athletics wear, and other articles of clothing worn during vigorous exercise or in severe weather conditions as well as for tents and shoes. | |
| EPIC - EPIC by Nextec" is a brand of high-performance fabrics that have been encapsulated with a patented process that applies an ultra-thin polymer film around fibers and between the fiber bundles of the fabric. This assures that they absorb so little water, that they continue to breathe even in cold, wet conditions. EPIC by Nextec" fabrics are highly water-resistant and wind-proof, and because the barrier is placed on the inside, they remain soft, quiet and continue to perform wash after wash. It is used in outerwear, rainwear, gloves and sleeping bags. | |
| eVENT® Fabric - eVENT® fabric (technology), developed by BHA Technologies, is a Direct Venting waterproof barrier that makes a significant advancement in ePTFE laminate technology. A propriety and patented Dry System technology provides a new standard for comfort by allowing perspiration to dissipate and vent without saturating the inside of the fabric. At the core of eVENT fabric is an ePTFE (expanded Polytetrafluoroethylen) film that has been rendered oil-repellant and thereby free from body-oil contamination, via a method that retains both the inherent open-pore structure of the membrane as well as its hydrophobic properties. | |
FireBloc
- A rugged performance leather, developed by Pittards, which combines water resistance and perspiration wicking performance qualities with unique permanent flame retardant properties essential for use by fire brigades, armed forces, etc., without changing the structure of the leather.
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| Furelle®/Petite Furelle - A luxuriously "unreal" faux fur pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Glenaura® - Glenaura® is Glenoit Mills' cut pile with a sheared, velour-like surface, made of a blend of MicroSupreme and modacrylic. Major properties of this easy-care fabric include moisture transport capabilities, excellent color retention, and quick drying. The pile is used in outerwear, skiwear, and casual sportswear. | |
| GlenPile® - GlenPile® is a pile fabric made by Glenoit Mills, Inc., from a special blend of technical fibers including Sterling Fibers' Cystar® and MicroSupreme acrylic fibers, polyester and polypropylene. Each individual fiber insulates, breathes and wicks moisture away from the skin independently. The fabric has excellent insulation with a high warmth to weight ratio, and is soft, breathable, and drapes well. GlenPile fabric can be made in a variety of colors, patterns, textures and sculpting (high and low pile) It's easy to care for and maintains its appearance after washing. | |
| GORE DRYLOFT® - GORE DRYLOFT® Fabric is an extremely breathable, weather-resistant, windproof shell fabric, engineered for the protection of high-loft insulations. It keeps insulation dry from the inside so you stay warm. It uses a light, patented composite barrier, which allows perspiration vapor to pass through the loft and out through the fabric to keep the loft dry. This fabric is water resistant, but not waterproof. It is used in insulated sleeping bags and parkas. | |
| GORE WINDSTOPPER® - GORE WINDSTOPPER® Fabric is a durable windproof system that is very breathable and provides warmth with less bulk. It is the result of laminating their ultralight ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethlene) membrane to various high-performance fabrics. This provides a durable windproof fabric with very little or no loss of breathability. It is used as liners for sweaters, pants and casual wear, and windproof fleece for outerwear, gloves, hats and other accessories. | |
| GORE-TEX® - GORE-TEX® Fabric is the most durably waterproof, very breathable, windproof fabric available. It's uniquely patented structure is made up of two different substances. One is a ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethlene) membrane, which is hydrophobic or water hating. It contains 9 billion pores per square inch. Liquid water cannot penetrate these pores, but moisture from perspiration can easily escape. Integrated into the membrane is an oleophobic or oil hating substance, which prevents penetration of contaminants that might affect waterproofness or breathability. | |
| GORE-TEX® IMMERSION TECHNOLOGY® - GORE-TEX® IMMERSION TECHNOLOGY® Fabric is the result of a unique fabric laminate, special seam-sealing process, and a manufacturing technology first developed for U. S. Navy pilot survival suits. This fabric provides ultimate waterproofness with comfort. It is used in products like dry suits and fishing waders. However, it is not an insulationg fabric. | |
| GORE-TEX® OCEAN TECHNOLOGY® - GORE-TEX® OCEAN TECHNOLOGY® Fabric contains a super high-strength Gore-Tex® membrane for extremely durable waterproofness. It has been specially engineered for the offshore and coastal sailors, and it includes special closure systems featuring extensive seam taping and weather flaps, and the latest waterproof designs, such as anti-wick linings and waterproof closures. | |
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Green Line™ by Antex
- This line of environmentally friendly cotton fabrics, made from organic cotton, is a new development from Antex Premier Performance. The collection is targeted towards the yoga and other casually active sportswear markets. Green Line™ is available with moisture management and/or antimicrobial finishes.
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| GreenSpun™ Fabrics - This is a line of domestically produced 100% recycled jersey and pique fabrics are produced by Green-Spun Textured Knits of Gastonia, NC. The fabrics are made from 65% recycled cotton/35% recycled PET polyester yarns. These recycled Green-Spun® yarns have had a prior life as a fabric, such as post consumer PET polyester or recycled cotton. | |
| Hardline® - Hardline® is a fabric made of AlliedSignal's Spectra® fiber. It is a distinctive looking, high-tenacity nylon fabric with a super strong white Spectra fiber grid interwoven as a ripstop. Hardline fabric is used for rugged footwear, ski gaiters and other technical outerwear. | |
| Hybrid® - Hybrid®, developed by Hafner Inc., is a competitively priced tricot for a cost-effective solution to the problem of producing fitness apparel that offers both comfort and fit. | |
| Hydrasuede® - Hydrasuede is a registered trademark of InSport. Hydrasuede is a blend of Supplex® and Lycra® with a soft peach skin face and superior moisture transfer. Hydrasuede has been developed specifically to provide the softest moisture managing stretch fabric available in the marketplace. | |
| Hydroweave® - AquaTex manufacturers Hydroweave®, a revolutionary new Performance Enhancing Fabric (PEF) that provides active evaporative cooling, improving wearer performance for up to eight hours. This patented lightweight composite fabric is available in standard and flame-resistant versions to fit a broad-range of industrial garment applications. The flame-resistant version of Hydroweave is well suited for use in lightweight garments for racing, fire fighting and other high-heat applications, demonstrating an equivalent Thermal Protective Performance (TPP) rating greater than 150. | |
| Hygy® - These patented single layer fabrics, produced by King Tech Industries, have multiple functions including super-strength, light weight, breathable, water-repellant, water-resistant, temperature tolerant, color fastness, anti-abrasion, anti-germ, anti-mosquitoes, non-toxic, and recyclable. With extensive R&D capabilities, King Tech is able to engineer and manufacture the best quality fabrics, serving the needs of customers in the sports, leisure, uniform and industrial fields. | |
| HyPUR-cel® - Rubberlite's HyPUR-cel® line of open-celled polyurethane foams are offered in a variety of densities and thicknesses, HyPUR-cel® is a unique family of medium to high density foams engineered into three formulations to meet specific market needs. The open-celled, breathable polyurethanes are available with anti- microbial additives for footwear and medical applications, flame retardants for automotive and industrial requirements and a variety of firmnesses for controlled shock absorption and cushioning. For footwear, medical, industrial, orthopedic soft goods, automotive, electronic, aerospace, protective equipment and more, HyPUR-cel® is a cost effective solution. | |
| Innova® MicroFleece - Innova® MicroFleece is manufacturered by Duofold. It is a mid-weight thermal fabric knitted with Innova® polyolefin fibers. Innova is specified by the U.S. Military for their Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS). The brushed inner surface of the MicroFleece enhances insulation and moisture transfer. A 10% Lycra® content allows a 4-way stretch and freedom of movement It is used in thermalwear. | |
| James Thompson & Co. Fabrics - The woven fabrics manufactured by James Thompson include duck cloth, flannel, muslin, twill, burlap, tickings, wide cotton, buckram, and bull denim, etc. These fabrics are sold only to the trade (i.e. manufacturers, distributors and retailers). James Thompson's fabrics are available to consumers through major fabric chain stores, regional chain stores, and independent fabric and quilt stores. Fabric sample cards are available for qualified businesses only. | |
| KTTEX® - KTTEX® retro reflective system can be added to HYGY fabric or stand alone on most light weight fabrics. With extensive R&D capabilities, King Tech is able to engineer and manufacture the best quality fabrics serving the need of customers in sports, leisure, uniform and industrial fields. | |
| Luxaire - A faux fur that truly rivals the original, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| M.C.S. Blocker® - This line of outdoor sportswear fabrics for high aerobic activity absorbs, wicks and dries faster than cotton. It offers excellent 40 + UPF Protection. It is more advanced than cotton, because of its high tech, high performance Burlington Moisture Control System. Moisture is dispersed over a wider surface area than conventional fabrics. The result: M.C.S. BLOCKER fabrics absorb, wick and dry more quickly. The fabric offers more strength than cotton because M.C.S. BLOCKER is a specifically designed synthetic fabric, perfectly matched to strenuous, high aerobic activities. With this strength, it resists breaks and tears. The fabrics also offer more comfort than cotton because its unique construction dries faster and won't stick to you like cotton. The M.C.S. BLOCKER cottony-soft fabrics are perfect for sun protected shirts, hats and children's wear. | |
| M.C.S.® - M.C.S.® is Burlington Performance Fabrics' Moisture Control System of nylon and polyester fabrics treated for wicking performance. MCS fabric is used in performance activewear. | |
| Manoir Inc. Fabrics - Manoir Inc. is a manufacturer of a variety of circular knit fabrics including: the sustainable products of organic cotton, recycled cotton, bamboo, soy, Tencel®; along with the conventional products of cotton (combed, carded, open-end, Pima). The company also offers cellulosic knits containing rayon, viscose, Micro Modal, Modal, polyester/rayon; and the synthetics performance knits made from polyester (micro poly, spun, filament), nylon (Supplex®, Meryl®, and Tactel®). Lurex. Manoir also offers fire retardant circular knits, made from Nomex. Most constructions can be with or without Spandex/Lycra®. | |
| MAPP® - MAPP®, which stands for Merino Advanced Performance Program, is a fabric produced using exclusive Merino fibers sourced from only the cleanest and purest New Zealand alpine environments. MAPP® incorporates these "Natural Performance" fibers into fabrics specifically designed to work in activity apparel. MAPP® is the "Guarantee of source, process, and functionality." | |
| Marrakech - Acashmere like pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
Microspike
- Pittards' MICROSPIKE is the latest development in performance leather, combining anti-microbial treatment for personal hygene with all the WR100X benefits, which provides for moisture resistance along with allowing perspiration to escape, with no change in the leather strucure.
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| Minerale™ - This fabric, developed by Cocona, Inc., uses natural technology™ derived from volcanic minerals. Minerale™ improves the performance and comfort of fabrics by providing exceptional evaporative cooling, odor resistance and added UV protection to keep the wearer comfortable in any environment. The naturally occurring minerals in Minerale™ fabrics are widely used to purify and soften water, because of their ability to absorb impurities. The natural technology™ in Minerale™ is inside the fiber, so it will not wash off or wear out. It is permanent and always working. As a complementary technology to Cocona®, Minerale™ fabrics provide a means to have pure white, pure colors, and finer denier fabrics. | |
| MiniMicro® - A versatile lightweight pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Mystique™ - A velvety cut pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| Nano-Tex® All Conditions Fleece - Nano-Tex transforms the fleece fibers at a molecular level to create this water-repellant and static-free fabric. Hydrophobic nanoscale “whiskers” elevate water molecules above the fabric’s surface, which helps prevent liquid from penetrating the fabric. To eliminate static, positive and negative ions dissipate static charge as soon as it occurs, preventing static cling, and unpleasant static shock. | |
| Nano-Tex® Dry Inside - A revolutionary new fabric known as “performance cotton”. Dry Inside combines the moisture management capabilities of the best synthetic active-wear garments with the comfort of 100% cotton. By modifying cotton at the molecular level, Nano-Tex has created a fabric that funnels moisture away from the skin and towards the outer surface where it then evaporates. The result is a fabric that wicks moisture away from skin, won’t feel heavy and damp and retains its natural softness. | |
| Nano-Tex® Neutralizer - Using a special molecular structure, Nano-Tex Neutralizer fabric intercepts odor molecules caused from perspiration. It clutches these molecules to prevent offending scents from being released into the air, and creates a filter that captures body odor traveling through the fabric. Upon washing, the odor molecules are eliminated from the fabric altogether. Unlike anti-microbial treatments or silver-based treatments, Neutralizer doesn’t use harsh chemicals to kill bacteria. Instead, it neutralizes the odor molecules themselves, making for a more environmentally friendly fabric. | |
| Nordic Spirit® - Nordic Spirit®, made by Huntingdon Mills Canada Ltd., are high end pile fabrics made possible by state-of-the-art equipment at the leading edge of computer assisted technologies. These may include polyester, wool, modacrylic, or acyclic fibers of microfibers, imitation furs, and complex jacuard designs. End uses include outerwear, lining in footwear, accessories and home furnishing. | |
| NüHyde™ - NüHyde is a new patent pending coating, developed by Nüwa Textiles, which increases abrasion resistance by over 450% compared to conventional PU coatings. When the fabric yarns are fused with NüHyde, its high viscosity content creates a barrier on the surface without compromising the tear and tensile strength of the fabric. The coating was tested by the independent testing lab SGS using a 1,000 gram Taber wheel and resulted in an increase from 1,200 cycles for a two-times polyurethane coating to 5,600 cycles for NüHyde. The specially formulated heavy duty performance coating is ideal for luggage, backpacks, and wear areas of garments. | |
| Nüwash® - This proprietary hybrid fiber, developed by Nüwa Textiles, has a unique finish, which offers both durability and endless design options. The fabric is featured in stonewashed denim effects, heathers, straw mat looks, or tatamis through the careful intermixing of 95% nylon and 5% synthetic blended fibers that react differently to the dyestuffs. The resulting Nüwash® fabric features three to four colors within the yarn, resulting in a depth and richness not previously achieved in ballistic performance nylon. Developed in heavier weights, the fabric is available in a full range of 400, 840, and 1680 denier ballistic weaves. Nüwash® fabric is suitable for a variety of end-use applications including luggage, backpacks, shoes, river gear, sailing equipment, and other heavy-duty applications where performance is a requisite. | |
OuterBounds™
- OuterBounds is a double-sided fleece fabric, developed and
manufactured by Tullahoma Industries. The fabric is made of
100% Innova®, a modified polypropylene yarn system produced
by American Fibers & Yarns Company. The fabric is lightweight,
comfortable, warm, quick drying, and more durable, compared
to other fleece fabrics. The new generation OuterBounds active
fleece product surpasses the insulation properties of similar
weight polyester fabrics without being bulky. It provides warmth
without weight.
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Parados®
- A leather process technology, which imparts glove leather resistance to chemicals such as oil, petroleum, and diesel for greater safety and security in the military, fire-fighting, high-tech industrial, and motor racing. Parados leather can be produced in lightweight substances without affecting the chemical repellency, allowing for soft, fine, and comfortable gloves.
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| Polartec® Aqua Shell® - Polartec® Aqua Shell® fabrics, made by Malden Mills, feature the warmth of Polartec® thermal fabrics, combined with bodyhugging 4-way stretch and a windproof membrane. They are designed to replace neoprene and spandex skins for many water sports by providing far greater comfort and increased warmth per weight. The 4-way stretch provides a comfortable, non-restrictive fit along with easy donning and doffing. The polyester construction provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio. Polartec® Aqua Shell® fabrics are also odor- and itch-resistant and non-chafing, have outstanding sun protection (UPF 30+), and dry faster than neoprene. | |
| Polartec® Classic - Polartec® Classic 100" Classic 200", and Classic 300" fabrics are the reference standard for lightweight warmth and breathability. These fabrics have been the primary insulation layer of choice among experienced outdoor enthusiasts for nearly two decades. The 100% polyester velour construction creates air pockets that trap air and retain body heat. Unlike less expensive fleece fabrics, Polartec® Classics maintain their insulating ability and non-pilling appearance after repeated laundering. | |
| Polartec® Power Dry® - Polartec® Power Dry® keeps skin dry. Anti-microbial finish. Dries quickly. Very breathable base layer for all activities. Polartec¨ Power Dry¨ fabrics are designed to keep your skin dry when you sweat. All fabrics in this series feature a patented bi-component knit construction that uses different yarns on either side of the fabric. This creates two different surfaces: one that is optimized to move moisture away from the skin, the other to dry quickly. | |
| Polartec® Power Shield" - Polartec® Power Shield" fabrics represent the next generation of technical outerwear - body armor against the elements. This clothing concept goes beyond traditional 2 -layer systems, which feature fleece insulation and a waterproof/breathable shell, to a single layer that protects against abrasion and cold,wet weather. They feature a smooth, tightly woven nylon face for abrasion resistance equal or superior to the best shells, but without the stiffness and noise. They also have a polyester velour back that traps air and provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio. Garments made from Polartec® Power Shield" fabrics are designed to replace traditional fleece and PTFE shell systems for most outdoor clothing applications, reducing the weight and number of layers needed to insulate and protect. They are ideal for skiing, snowboarding, winter climbing and back-country trekking.They are used in jackets, pants, bibs, hats,and gloves. | |
| Polartec® Power Stretch® - Polartec® Power Stretch® fabrics feature body-hugging 4-way stretch and are very breathable. These are the most versatile outdoor apparel fabrics available today. The proprietary construction features two unique surfaces: the durable nylon outer layer is wind- and abrasion-resistant; the soft polyester velour inner layer is warm and comfortable. | |
| Polartec® Thermal Pro® - Polartec® Thermal Pro® fabrics are the most durable of the Polartec® thermal fabrics. Thermal Pro¨ fabrics offer great styling options for virtually every end use. The 100% polyester proprietary fibers and low-pile-velour, pebbled, or shearling surface create a fabric that is at least 30 times more durable than bargain fleece. These fabrics offer excellent breathability and dry quickly, and the velour or pebbled back traps air and provides outstanding warmth without weight. Many styles are also available with a water-repellent finish that sheds rain and snow. Unlike conventional fleece fabrics, Polartec® Thermal Pro® fabrics maintain their insulating ability and non-pilling appearance after repeated laundering and represent the state of the art in fleece fabrics. | |
| Polartec® Wind Pro® - Polartec® Wind Pro® fabrics are 4 times more wind-resistant than conventional fleece and represent the evolution of lightweight insulation. Proprietary yarns and a very tight construction greatly reduce the effects of wind chill, the Achilles heel of traditional fleece. The durable water-repellent surface sheds rain and snow. Velour or pebbled back efficiently traps air and provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio. Both surfaces of these fabrics are finished for maximum durability and pill-free performance. They retain their insulating ability and original appearance after repeated use and laundering. The combination of wind resistance, warmth, and breathability provides outstanding comfort in a wide range of activities. Polartec® Wind Pro® fabrics are ideal for stylized or technical outerwear as well as versatile layering garments. | |
| Polartec® Windbloc® - Polartec® Windbloc® fabrics block 100% of the wind and offer maximum protection from the cold and the elements. They combine the warmth of Polartec® thermal fabrics with a polyurethane barrier membrane that allows moisture vapor transmission and is completely windproof and waterproof, eliminating the need for a windbreaker or additional shell. This reduces the weight and number of layers needed to protect and insulate. These fabrics are very durable, quiet, and non-pilling, and have enhanced stretch and recovery, making them appropriate for general outerwear and accessories where weather protection is desirable. Polartec® Windbloc® fabrics are ideal when the activity level is low or intermittent, and when cold and inclement weather demands high-performance outer protection. | |
| Polartec® Windbloc-ACT® - Polartec® Windbloc-ACT® fabrics provide wind and weather protection for active sports where enhanced breathability is required. By combining several features in a single fabric, they eliminate the need for a windbreaker or additional shell. Patent-pending Air Control Technology® (ACT) enables the fabric to block 98% of the wind. The remaining 2% is allowed to circulate within the fabric, which greatly enhances moisture vapor transmission - 2 times faster than other windproof fleece Ð and improves breathability, reducing the risk of heat-stress buildup. Featuring a breathable stretch- polyurethane membrane, Polartec® Windbloc-ACT® fabrics are constructed with durable water repellency to shed rain and snow. Versions are available that feature a Polartec® Power Dry® lining for moisture management. Polartec® Windbloc-ACT® fabrics are also very durable, quiet, and non- pilling, with superior stretch and recovery. They are ideal for active, forward-motion sports requiring warmth and protection from the elements. | |
| Popcorn Sherpa - A boldly comfortable textured pile fabric, made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process..The fabric is vary light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
Prima-Tex Fabrics
- Prima-Tex prints and finishes wovens, knits and specialty fabrics made from cotton, poly/cotton blends, Lycra® blends, denim, nylon, and poly/rayon blends. The company’s design staff has the capability to design a variety of print patterns including florals, ditsy prints, abstracts, plaids, stripes and a variety of conversational patterns.
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| ProSpin® - ProSpin® is a patented core-spun yarn, made by Cone Mills, featuring a polyester core wrapped with a pima cotton blend (55% cotton/45% polyester (core spun)). The result is a fabric which offers the aesthetics of cotton with the performance of a synthetic. ProSpin is naturally wrinkle-resistant and over twice as strong as wrinkle free cotton fabrics with resin treatment. ProSpin is used in men's and women's casual clothing. | |
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PyroSafe by antex®
- PyroSafe by antex®, a new line of flame resistant cotton knits, offers protective clothing manufacturers dramatic new possibilities to expand their lines of fire resistant clothing by introducing the softest, most comfortable and most durable fabrics on the market for industrial applications. Pyrosafe fabrics are currently in use by the U.S. Military.
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| Relyon™ - Deveoped by Consoltex, Relyon™ is a family of Personal Protective Fabrics that are designed and developed for a wide variety of occupations that share one thing in common: Danger. The Relyon family of fabrics offer protection from the hazards associated with flame, arc flash, low visibility, ultra violet rays, chemicals, biohazards, viruses and disease. These fabrics maximize durability and | |
Rentex Fabrics
- Manufactured by Rentex Mills, Inc., Rentex Fabrics are made with circular/warp knit construction, and are a collection of highly technical and innovative fabrics, made according to customers' specifications. Features of Rentex Performance Fabrics include: abrasion resistance, chlorine resistance, oxygen regulation, sustainable/”green”, moisture control, microbial control, thermo regulation, UV protection, flame resistance, precision topical knits, and high visibility. End-use applications for these fabrics include: military, safety & protective, medical, aquatic, sports textiles, agriculture, theatre, team sports, filtration, flags & banners, and uniforms.
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| Rhinotek® - Rhinotek® is Harrison Technologies high grade, abrasion resistant fabrics that are coated with a patent pending coplymer formulation. Rhinotek fabrics are rugged in wet or dry, extreme hot or cold conditions. Fire and mildew specifications available. Can be created in either 600 denier spun polyester or 1,000 denier Cordura® nylon. | |
| S2 Technologies™-Stretch System - Consoltex stretch system features nylon, polyester and spandex stretch fabrics that combine high abrasion resistance and durability with superior stretch performan | |
| S3 Technologies™-Soft Shell System - Developed by Consoltex, S3 Technologies Soft Shell System is a diverse group of soft shell products designed to provide the right level of protection given four critical factors: climate, level of activity, exposure time and tolerance to heat/cold. S3 features double-faced stretch fabrics as well as bonded base layers designed for comfort, insulation and moisture management. The latest addition is iS3 – a patented soft shell system designed for use in winter weather conditions. iS3 features a continuous filament stretch insulation bonded to a lightweight mechanical stretch lining creating the first fully insulating soft shell system that maintains the stretchability, breathability, abrasion and weather resistance of tradition | |
| Schoeller®-dryskin - Schoeller®-dryskin is a highly functional group of fabrics, made with two-layer contruction. A highly abrasion resistant nylon face coupled with a Coolmax® inside keeps the body dry, even with high activity. Originally designed for mountaineering pants. | |
| Schoeller®-dynamic - Trademark name for Schoeller's elastic (mono- and bi-stretch) woven fabrics incorporating abrasion resistant yarns such as nylon and Cordura® for performance applications and natural fiber blends for modern sportswear variety. Designed for pants and jackets. | |
| Schoeller®-dynatec - Schoeller's tear and abrasion resistant fabrics, designed for protection. These fabrics are suitable for mountaineering, motorcycling, snowboarding, rucksacks, etc. | |
| Schoeller®-keprotec® - Schoeller®-keprotec® is a group of highly tear and abrsion resistant fabrics, made with tough Kevlar® fiber. These fabrics are designed for occupational safety, motorcycling, snowboarding, skiing, fire brigade wearing, etc. For protective workwear, special characteristics can be developed, like cut and flame resistance. | |
| Schoeller®-PCM" - Schoeller®-PCM" is a new group of "smart" textiles featuring active thermal regulation,based on Phase Change Technology. The PCM in the microcapsules are set to a specific temperature range. When the temperature rises, they store the excess heat. When the temperature falls again, they release the previously stored heat. | |
| Schoeller®-prestige - Schoeller's elastic bi-stretch woven fabrics (up to 55% EL in warp and weft). These fabrics are designed for horse back riding, streetwear, and fashion. | |
| Schoeller®-skifans - Trademark name for Schoellers insulating stretch woven fabrics with an abrasion resistant nylon face coupled with wool inside, which allows for a supple, fleecy hand. Designed for ski garments, mountaineering, and active garments. | |
| Schoeller®-spirit - Schoeller's fashionable fabrics with a technical look and performance. These fabrics are designed for sportswear, street wear, and fashion. | |
| Schoeller®-stretchlight - Trademark name for Schoeller's stretch woven fabrics (mono- and bi-stretch) with an abrasion resistant face and a cotton inside for pleasant wearing comfort. These fabrics have a water and dirt repellant finish, and are designed for functional pants. | |
| Schoeller®-WB-400 - Schoeller's stretch woven fabrics (one or two way stretch), developed with a water, wind and snow barrier. These fabrics have a fleece backing and an air permeable coating, and are designed for winter garments. | |
| Schoeller®-WB-formula - Schoeller®-WB-formula is a group of lightweight stretch woven fabrics (mono- and bi-stretch), with a waterproof and windproof membrane. Designed for lightweight weather protection garments that offer a great freedom of movement. | |
| SOLARMAX® - SOLARMAX® is the registered trademark for the INVISTA brand of UV-resistant fiber and fabric. It features superior ultraviolet resistance and durability that promote excellent style benefits for use in outdoor fabric applications. SOLARMAX® is ideal for use in flags, banners, hot-air balloons, parachutes, life jackets, tents and other such products that must withstand environmental stress. An inherent strength and a built-in ultraviolet resistance, using a base type 6,6 nylon, allow superior performance over type 6 nylons and polyesters of similar fabric constructions. | |
| StrataTek - This fabric collection features a two-layer construction with spandex hidden in the middle. Each layer is unique in that it is completely separated from the other layer giving each layer the ability to stand on its own in form or functionality. This two-layer concept makes StrataTek completely unique in the knit category. Each side can be custom-designed to fit the need or end-use of a particular application. Besides performance qualities, the fabrics allaows the designer to customize differences between the outward and next-to-skin layers. Fabric weights range from base layer to outerwear. | |
| SunDancer - An all-purpose, comfort pile fabric made from Glenoit's sliver knitting process. The fabric is very light-weight for it's volume. It has multi-season comfort, is easy-care, and non-shrink. | |
| ThinSkin® - ThinSkin®, developed by Hafner Inc., is a lightweight base layer fabric that offers unmatched levels of moisture management and comfort. This ultra-comfortable fabric combines the best moisture management technology with a fit that doesn’t add bulk. | |
| Tibetan Fleece - Tibetan Fleece is manufactured by Duofold using Invista's microfibers - 70% Micromatique® and 30% Microselect®, for warmth, comfort and dryness. Called the "technical cashmere" of performance sports apparel, it can withstand harshest conditions and remain extremely soft. | |
| Toughtek® - Toughtek® is Harrison Technologies abrasion resistant grip fabrics that are both rugged and nonslip in wet and dry, hot and cold conditions. Fire and mildew specifications are available. | |
| Triphibian® - A registered trademark of Insport, Triphibian is a breathable, windproof, water-resistant tri-layer fabric with Vapex®--the superior all-weather barrier. Triphibian provides superior breathability, moisture management and protection from the elements. | |
Tullahoma Fabrics
- Tullahoma Industries LLC is a manufacturer of apparel for the US
military, and has developed a product for the performance
sportswear market called OuterBounds™. Tullahoma also works
on a commission basis with manufacturers to provide converting
services in both knit and woven fabrics. The company's
corporate headquarters is located in Tullahoma, Tennessee, and
it has manufacturing facilities in Tullahoma, Tennessee, Gruetli-
laager, Tennessee, and Brilliant, Alabama. Tullahoma is ISO
9001 Certified.
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| United Knitting Fabrics - United Knitting Fabrics are a line of fabrics, produced by United Knitting, a world leader in the product development and production of performance stretch knitted fabrics. the fabrics are targeted towards the outdoor, fitness, team sports, and swimwear markets. Located in Tennessee, United Knitting maintains a modern circular knitting, dyeing, and finishing facility. Consistency, flexibility, and conformity to requirements are its top priority in developing high quality, innovative fabrics for its partner customers. | |
VisaEndurance®
- VisaEndurance is a smart fabric from Milliken that combines an effective, long-lasting odor control with moisture management, in a variety of performance apparel fabrics. The comfortable,
durable fabric, made from microfiber polyester in several fabric weights and stitch patterns, is used in a wide range of items including t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, base-layer garments,
men's briefs and boxers, and women's underwear.
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| Visco-cel® - Visco-cel® is Rubberlite's line of open celled polyurethane foam featuring slow recovery memory cells. From mattress pads, wheelchair seating and much more, Visco-cel® offers superior cushioning for even pressure distribution. Visco-cel®’s physical properties meet the necessary requirements to supply a shock absorption layer in athletic footwear and ergonomic applications including occupational seating and protective padding. Excellent compression set resistance, slow recovery and uniform cell structure make Visco-cel® an outstanding material for cushioning, ergonomic and shock control applications. | |
| Vortech® - Vortech® is a registered trademark of InSport. It is a luxurious, soft, quiet hand on a lightweight microfiber polyester fabric. It is highly water repellent by construction, which provides moisture vapor transfer. The lightweight construction is also wind resistant due to the high density of the microfilament weave. | |
WR100X
- A leather developed by Pittards, shugs off moistur and allows perspiration to escape without causing any change in the structure of the leather.
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| XALT® - XALT® (Xtreme Allweather Laminate Technology) is a high tech composite system that combines innovative fabric and laminate technology for superior waterproof, breathable, windproof comfort and protection. XALT® is made by Burlington Performance Fabrics. End use: Performance Outerwear. | |
| YB Wet® - YB Wet®, developed by Hafner Inc., is a new high-tech fabric available exclusively from Hafner. State-of-the-art Nanotex® technology means apparel made with YB Wet fabric will repel water without sacrificing breathability. It absorbs less and dries quicker. YB Wet ... when you can stay dry! | |
| Yukon 2000® - Yukon 2000® fabrics, made by Huntingdon Mills Canada Ltd., is a 100% polyester fabric with double velour surfaces, providing maximum durability and pilling resistance. The fabric offers excellent water vapor transmission and are breathable. End uses include outerwear, lining in footwear, accessories and home furnishing. | |
| Yukon Fleece® - Yukon Fleece®, made by Huntingdon Mills Canada Ltd., is a 100% polyester fabric, which has an excellent warmth to weight ratio. Fabric is available in a wide range of weights, colours and finishes. End uses include outerwear, lining in footwear, accessories and home furnishing. | |
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