Insulation innovators adapt as warm weather cools sales

Insulation innovators adapt as warm weather cools sales

Unseasonably mild winters are cooling off sales of traditional warm-weather clothing – prompting insulation innovators to adapt accordingly. Suppliers of traditional down insulation are…

ThermalTech smart fabrics harness sun power

Startup ThermalTech has developed a solar powered smart fabric that harnesses the power of the sun and artificial light to…

Solar activated yarn technology warms up garments

US fibre maker Invista has launched a new technology under its Thermolite Pro fabric and insulation brand that warms up on exposure…

Outerwear faces up to the challenge of climate change

Faced with downward pressure on demand from unseasonably warm weather, the outdoor industry is broadening its appeal to work across…

PrimaLoft unveils new insulation for outdoor wear

Materials science business PrimaLoft has developed PrimaLoft Gold Insulation Active, which is said to offer a breathable four-way stretch performance…