Performance apparel markets: product developments and innovations, 1st quarter 2008

Published by: Textiles Intelligence

Published: May. 1, 2008 - 12 Pages

Table of Contents

FABRICS AND MEMBRANES FOR PERFORMANCE APPAREL

Klopman has launched a new high performance flame resistant fabric called crossfire

FOOTWEAR

Marvel has teamed up with Reebok to launch an exclusive collection of children's footwear

NANOTECHNOLOGY

Nanohorizons and Piedmont Chemical Industries have agreed to produce SmartSilver antimicrobial and moisture management additives for textile fabrics

SPORTS APPAREL

Calvin Klein and G-III Apparel Group have teamed up to launch a new line of women's performance apparel

New Balance has launched a new range of functional running apparel

Speedo has launched a new swimsuit

Speedo has launched limited edition swimwear to promote World Swim Against Malaria 2008

SPORTS FOOTWEAR

Nike has launched a new basketball shoe which is made from manufacturing waste

Nike's Jordan brand has launched a new environmentally-friendly basketball shoe

SPORTSWEAR

Nike has launched Nike SPARQ Training comprising a training programme, footwear, apparel and equipment

Abstract

Italy-based Klopman International has launched a fabric, branded Crossfire, which combines permanent inherent flame resistance with antistatic properties and protection from liquid chemical splash. Crossfire has a weight of 245 g/m 2 and is designed to provide protection for workers in a wide range of applications, including the petrochemical industries and utilities. The fabric comprises 99% Kermel flame resistant fibre and 1% antistatic fibre, and is treated with Klopman’s Hydrofoil liquid chemical splash resistant finish. This finish protects the fabric from being damaged by most chemical agents and also helps to reduce soiling.

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