Fabrics

Fabrics

ACRYLIC

Acrylic is a synthetic material that is often used as an alternative to wool. The material is light and soft, while at the same time it contributes with fantastic warmth and insulating ability. Acrylic is a very durable material and therefore has a long shelf life. In addition, the material is quick-drying and partly has a water-repellent effect.

NYLON

Nylon is a synthetic material that consists of different types of synthetic polymer. Nylon is best known for its tremendous strength, durability and amazing elasticity. The material has a good ability to keep its shape and has a quick-drying effect. Nylon has a high tolerance to chemicals and is also resistant to oil.

POLYETHYLENE/POLYPROLENE

Polyethylene/Polyprolene are polymers that can also be formed into fibers that can be used for protective clothing made from non-woven material. The non-woven material does not absorb moisture, but transports it away from the body. A non-woven material consists of completely unstructured fibers, but they are distributed so that the material is uniform. This means that the fibers lie closer and thus provide better protection.
Therefore, most fabrics used for protective suits are made of non-woven material.

NITRILE

Nitrile rubber (NBR) is also called Nitrile-butadiene rubber. Unlike many other types of rubber, nitrile is resistant to oil, fuel and a whole list of other chemicals. Nitrile is an incredibly strong material, but has a lower degree of flexibility, which is why holes are less likely to occur. Likewise, there is less risk of developing allergens when using nitrile.

NATURAL RUBBER/LATEX

Latex is also often referred to as natural rubber, as it comes from the trees. The material is incredibly elastic, which is why it is often used in e.g. work gloves. In addition, it protects against many acids and bases and has a relatively good temperature resistance. Latex is also extremely waterproof.

POLYESTER

Polyester is a generalized term for any type of fabric or textile that uses polyester yarn or fibers. Polyester is a light but very durable material and resistant to many chemicals. Its quick-drying properties make it very suitable for products for sports and outdoor use.

Recycled Polyester, also called rPET. Recycled polyester is made from plastic bottles by melting the plastic and spinning it into new polyester fibers. Therefore it is a good way to remove plastic from the environment. The production of recycled polyester also requires fewer resources and generates less CO2

SPANDEX

Spandex consists of a long chain of polymer. These polymers are converted into fibers using a specific technique. Spandex is an incredibly light and comfortable material. In addition, it is very elastic and has a long durability and wear resistance. It is resistant to sweat.