Sympatex, a global leader in sustainable membranes, is showcasing its latest innovations at the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland (booth 312) from April 17th to 18th, 2024.
The company, renowned for its commitment to environmental responsibility and high-performance materials, is unveiling a diverse range of sustainable solutions aimed at transitioning the textile industry towards circularity. A focal point of Sympatex's presentation is its dedication to PFAS freedom, acknowledging the environmental risks associated with these chemicals and advocating for their elimination from non-essential applications.
Sympatex's membranes have been PFAS-free since its inception in 1986, with a transition towards fluorine-free C0 DWR since 2008. Annual tests and random sampling consistently confirm the absence of PFAS residues, aligning with the company's commitment to delivering PFAS-free products.
At the forefront of its innovations is a collaboration with e.dye, introducing solution-dyed polyester fabrics that significantly reduce water consumption, chemical usage, and carbon dioxide emissions. Kim Scholze, CSO of Sympatex, describes this partnership as a paradigm shift in textile dyeing, emphasizing the environmental benefits of solution dyeing.
Anja Palic, Product Management at Sympatex, highlights the advantages of solution dyeing, including exceptional color fastness and reproducibility. Additionally, Sympatex presents Tokyo Fiber2Fiber Spring AS, a sustainable alternative to traditional bottle recycling, crafted from chemically recycled waste.
With impending regulations from the European Commission mandating the use of recycled plastic components, Sympatex's innovations address the industry's need for premium-quality recycled fibers.
Functional Fabric Fair Spring serves as a premier sourcing destination for the outdoor and activewear industry, offering a glimpse into the future of performance fabrics and trends shaping the 2025/2026 Spring season. Open exclusively to industry professionals, the event underscores the industry's collective efforts towards sustainability and innovation.
