In preparation for the fall markets, Downlite Outdoor, a division of Downlite, a market leader in down and feather processing and a supplier of responsibly sourced performance fills, in outdoor, home and hospitality; along with guest speakers from IDFL – Laboratories and Institute will sponsor an outdoor retailer education webinar at 1 p.m., (ET) on Wednesday, Sept. 14.
Down is a luxurious, natural byproduct that is used to provide insulation and comfort in the home, outdoor, and hospitality segments. This natural fiber maintains an optimal temperature-to-weight ratio and provides flexibility for product designers in terms of aesthetics, warmth, and sustainability.
Unlike other fibers, down’s longevity and mono-composition make it the insulation of choice. Understanding what specifications to use, when to buy, treatment options and certifications can be challenging.
The webinar is presented by Down industry experts who continue to evolve the industry standards in sourcing, designing, testing, recycling, upcycling, and circularity.
Topics of discussion include:
- How to prepare labeling/certifications for global down garments/sleeping bags
- Quick facts about down
- Buying down, working with a supplier and your factory
- Can you achieve the same warmth with a lower fill power down?
- Can y achieve the same loft with a lower fill power down?
- Ways to save money on down when designing a garment?
- Down tests: Which is going to be warmer? Why?
- Down innovations: New ideas and designs in the marketplace
- Sustainability
With more than a 100 years of down processing experience, Ohio-based Downlite is a trusted partner to many recognizable apparel and sleeping bag brands in the outdoor industry. Downlite has pioneered breakthrough innovations in performance down technologies and has emerged as a leader in traceability and transparency through its global supply chain.
To attend the webinar, register here.
