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Downlite introduces new

temperature regulating

performance fills Lenzing and Duratex joint venture to build

Downlite partnering with Cocona has introduced ClimaSMART which offers a 37.5 down blend technology into the world’s largest DWP plant in Brazil
the outdoor apparel and bedding markets. 37.5 down blend technology is a mix of down and polyester fiber
embedded with naturally derived 37.5 active particles. These particles attract and release moisture vapor the
body produces when it heats and then uses infrared energy created by the body to drive excess moisture out. Specialty cellulosic fibers are a significant contribution to make the textile industry more sustainable.
Lenzing has formed a joint venture with Duratex, a recognized leader in sustainable forestry manage-
ment, to build the largest single line DWP (dissolving wood pulp) plant in Brazil. An investigation will be
The 37.5 technology helps the body manage its core temperature and increase stamina. It reduces the heat
index which is a primary measurement of the discomfort felt as a result of temperature and humidity next to the skin; conducted to construct a 450,000 t DWP plant. For future operations, both the companies have secured
in the microclimate by 8°C, providing optimum comfort levels in a wider range of environments and activity levels. a plantation of 43000 hectares that will be providing the FSC certified biomass. The plantation is fully in
line with the wood and pulp sourcing policy of Lenzing.
ClimaSMART powered by 37.5 technology is RDS certified and is available in white or grey multiple fill powers.
Lenzing and Duratex will be holding 51% and 49% shares of the joint venture respectively. The joint
venture investment is expected to be above US$ 1 billion. This joint venture will be supplying the entire
volume of dissolving wood pulp to the Lenzing Group.

Gore-Tex 3D fit Gore-Tex 3D fit footwear has earned the OutDoor No Fuzz reduces pilling and keeps
industry award. It is waterproof and breathable
technology which contours the shape of the foot.

footwear earns It is will be used in elastic, mesh and knitted garments newer for longer
athletic footwear that will be suitable for
everyday use. This technology will be easy to
integrate into existing footwear designs for the
OutDoor Industry manufacturers. HeiQ with Deakin University's Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM) has developed a range of No Fuzz
treatments that reduce unsightly pilling and make garments look and feel newer for longer.
This new technology is being manufactured
Award and marketed by adidas Terrex, Salomon and Pilling is caused by friction, as loose fibers in the material rub together and become tangled and forms
Under Armour.
annoying fuzzy balls. To avoid pilling, fluffy fibers should be removed or the fabric structure should be
stabilized so the fibers can't easily loosen and tangle.
Gore-Tex 3D fit footwear is said to refine
lightweight elastic shoes with a new standard of HeiQ's NoFuzz technology strengthens loose fibers and bridges the gaps with adhesive polymer
fit while delivering waterproof, windproof and structures, reinforcing fabric yarns and results significant improvement against pilling.
breathable comfort, and a 3D insert that
contours to the shape of the foot just like a sock. This treatment is usable on all fiber types, but it is particularly effective on spun yarns and
natural/synthetic blends.
Consumers will like this technology because it
will allow them to wear their favourite knitted,
elastic, mesh footwear in broad range of
conditions, regardless of weather or activity.

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