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Partnership develops new cooling technology
July 15th, 2024
Liberta Co. Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, has recently launched HYO-GEKI α, an upgraded version of HYO-GEKI FREEZE TECH cooling wear, combining fabric made with the polymer-based temperature control material Comformer®️ by Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. and Cool Touch Printing technology by Utax Co. Ltd. In 2023, Japan experienced a record-breaking heat wave, and heat waves […]
Passive cooling fabric protects from thermal radiation
June 24th, 2024
The new cooling textile reflects both direct sunlight and the thermal radiation from pavement and buildings in urban heat islands. Photo: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. In an effort to counter rising heat waves induced by climate change, researchers have created a wearable fabric that can reduce heat from the sun and […]
Evolving heat
May 27th, 2024
Students in Cold-Weather Operations Course (CWOC) class 22-03 practice snowshoeing and pulling an ahkio sled with gear as a team in January 2022 at a training area on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis. Photo: U.S. Army/Scott T. Sturkol. The textile-heated garment industry is revolutionizing how we stay warm. Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) […]
Devan and HUUB announce partnership
May 17th, 2019
Devan Chemicals and triathlon and performance brand HUUB recently announced their partnership. Devan Chemicals says that it was sparked by the need for athletic clothing designed to keep triathletes from overheating during races. Devan’s Moov&Cool formulation has been applied to HUUB’s tri-suits. The Moov&Cool technology is reported to contain a continuous heat absorption capacity that […]
Devan presents findings on Moov&Cool
January 9th, 2019
Textile finishing company Devan Chemicals has presented further findings on its Moov&Cool® “cool comfort” technology for the apparel/sportswear market. The patented polymer technology was first introduced in 2018. Moov&Cool provides a cool comfort feel through a combination of durable heat absorption capacity, thermo conductivity and a unique, balanced moisture transfer system. In addition to a […]