Membrane manufacturer Sympatex presents recyclable textile solutions at Performance Days Munich tomorrow and Thursday. Sympatex always has been PFAS and PTFE-free. Supplementary, Sympatex will introduce three high-performance products made of recycled polyester textiles, following the circular economy model (Hall A1, Booth B01, Messe München).
Performance Days believe the sportswear industry plays an important role in preserving the planet and protecting the outdoors by designing the right products. The fair supports the development of sustainable materials, sets sustainability standards, educates the entire supply chain and provides a more sustainable event for the industry.
These Performance Days Sympatex introduces three polyester-based functional textiles consisting of 100 percent recycled textiles. The mono-material, GRS-certified articles can be fed into the textile cycle at the end of the product life cycle. Thus, the products already correspond to the future binding, sustainable textile strategy of the European Commission.
Another important step towards closing the textile loop: To conserve resources the Sympatex portfolio is available “undyed” in a natural white shade. By eliminating the dyeing process, an undyed Sympatex laminate saves an average of 19 percent water and16 percent CO2 compared to conventionally dyed materials. The manufacturing process saves energy and ensures lower use of harmful chemicals.
The article L1665 Banff Spring Undyed offers the first undyed Sympatex laminate made from 100 percent recycled fiber2fiber yarn, which was produced from chemically recycled old clothing and fabric scraps. It is suitable for use in the lifestyle, outdoor and sportswear markets. The climate-neutral, PTFE- and PFAS-free membrane is the best example for laminates made from textile waste.
With PFAS in the spotlight, the solution of waterproof membranes is changing faster than predicted. On the fabric side, one can recognize the effects of the incoming EU Green Deal.
Performance Days is the place for designers, product, purchasing and material manager interested in the latest trends and innovations in the textile industry. Performance days coincide with the April/May and October/November seasonal sourcing schedules offering sustainable fabrics for sportswear, workwear, sportive fashion and athleisure collections. Free entry for trade fair visitors.
Learn more at www.sympatex.com
