L. Gore & Associates (Gore) has announced the consumer business of its Fabrics Division will be introducing new GORE-TEX Products with an innovative new expanded Polyethylene (ePE) membrane in the Autumn/Winter 2022 season. The ePE membrane will be used as a complementary material suitable for various consumer products and uses.
The GORE-TEX ePE membrane is a key milestone in Gore’s ongoing sustainability journey, providing high-performing, durable products that are engineered for long useful life.
Features of the membrane and products include:
- The new membrane is light, thin yet strong and enables durable performance. It is PFC free and has a reduced carbon footprint (per Higg MSI) achieved by its lower material mass along with new material combination
- The GORE-TEX ePE membrane is bonded to selected backers and/or face textiles (i.e. recycled, solution dyed or undyed) to form a GORE-TEX Laminate
- GORE-TEX Products with the new ePE membrane provide durably waterproof, windproof and breathable protection with a long product life
