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eVent Fabrics, a global producer of waterproof and breathable technologies, is offering their partner brands eVent BIO and eVent alpineST technologies. Both are made without PFAS and are compliant with regulations requiring the removal of PFAS chemicals from many consumer products. As the European Union and a growing list of U.S. states phase out PFAS, eVent is positioning itself to offer a high level of breathable waterproof performance that will comply with new regulations.
“We look at sustainability as a journey, more than a destination,” said president Chad Kelly. “We continuously pursue the most sustainable options possible while ensuring our laminate fabric technologies deliver the high level of performance our customers demand.”
eVent BIO is a bio-based membrane technology that uses sustainable materials to provide all-weather protection and performance. At the laminate technology’s core are renewable plant-based and biomass elements paired with smartly-sourced or recycled face and backer fabrics. Light, tough and flexible, eVent BIO has a reduced carbon footprint and is recyclable when it reaches the end of its lifecycle.
alpineST is a sustainable alternative to ePTFE products that provides waterproofing, breathability, and protection in harsh environments. The products are built around a fluorine-free membrane laminated to recycled face fabrics. With an initial waterproofness of 25K, alpineST maintains a water column of 20K after dozens of washes.
The new products are designed for apparel, footwear and accessory applications.