Winter 2020 - Inside Outdoor Magazine

Schoeller has teamed up with urban- activewear crossover brand Outlier to introduce its aerobrane electrostatic- spun membrane technology. Outlier recently introduced its Ecstasy in the Rain performance rainshell, which fea- tures aerobrane as a key component. In development for four years and introduced to brand partners in late 2018, the Schoeller aerobrane mem- brane features a unique structure that consists of an ultra-fine, hydrophilic polyurethane fiber composite that dif- fers from other film-based membranes and offers a softer feel and fluid textile characteristics, said Schoeller. To produce an electrostatic spun membrane, a large number of ultra-light, microscopic fibers are placed closely on top of each other, forming a clustered- but-connected structure that can only be detected with high-power microscope technology. The membrane’s fibrous structure provides exceptional breath- ability, said Schoeller, while also allowing for ventilation. The aerobrane membrane features water-repellent qualities, as wa- ter droplets on the exterior are larger than the spaces between the fibrous struc- tures; however, the fiber structures create an effective barrier against wind. “The electrostatic spun membrane technology is amazing because it allows for genuinely air permeable yet ex- tremely water-resistant membranes that just couldn’t be made previously,” said Abe Burmeister, Outlier cofounder. “The air permeability is really what makes the difference for us. It’s like opening the window on a rain shell. It allows for air to circulate around the body as you move, even when you are fully sealed off from the rain. It just makes for a far more comfortable rain jacket.” Outlier’s Experiment 200 – Ecstasy in the Rain jacket offers a 6000mm water-column rating and light weight at 135gsm. Quickfeat Vietnam produces knits, wovens, outerwear and activewear. QUICKFEAT VIETNAM Our Services - Fabric Sourcing - Trim Sourcing - Garment Development - Factory Sourcing - Production - Quality Control - Packing & Logistics 541 350 1615 Marketing O ice Bend, Oregon USA info@quickfeat.com | www.quickfeat.com C M Y CM MY CY CMY K QF-InsideOutdoors_Vietnam_HalfPgVert(10-22)_ƒ.pdf 1 10/22/18 8:10 AM Inside Outdoor | WINTER 2020 17 Schoeller’s Electrostatic-Spun Membrane Featured by Outlier Ingredients