Nov 28, 2023 - 3 mins
Case study: Advanced Yarn Solutions for Superior Cooling Performance
An advanced yarn solution providing superior & durable cooling performance to be integrated in fabrics used for demanding sports apparel applications
INTRODUCTION
During physical activity, the body generates a great amount of heat, which can lead to elevated core temperatures and discomfort. To face this challenge, innovations in textile engineering have led to the design of cooling fabrics, making use of cooling yarns.
Thanks to its extrusion expertise and continuous R&D efforts towards new polymers, Luxilon industries developed an innovative monofilament yarn based on Pebax® thermoplastic elastomers (Luxicool®) dedicated to applications where cooling performance is of paramount importance.
Summary
Market: Sports
Industry: Textile
Application: Apparel, Sportswear, Workwear, Medical
Production Process: Filament extrusion, Twisting
Material: Pebax® Thermoplastic Elastomer
Partner: Luxilon Industries
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