Waterproof barrier
A continuous membrane layer forms the barrier against external liquid water.
Protection, engineered in.
Waterproof membranes and considered construction help balance protection, breathability and comfort.
WATERPROOF TECHNOLOGYThree layers.
Three layers.
Integrated as one.
Three-layer integrated lamination bonds the outer knit, PU membrane and inner comfort knit into one construction. The layers are developed together for the intended fit, feel and application.
Liquid water blocked Moisture vapor out
Three-layer integrated lamination · Conceptual illustration
THE BARRIER WITHINNon-swelling
Non-swelling
PU membrane.
A non-microporous PU membrane selected for waterproof, moisture-vapor-permeable constructions. The membrane is developed together with the outer and inner knits.
Moisture vapor transfer
Supports moisture-vapor transport through the construction; this does not mean open airflow through pores.
Non-swelling material
The specified membrane is designed not to swell on contact with water.
Color options
Membrane colors can be selected to suit the product design.
Yellowing-resistance options
Yellowing-resistant grades may be specified according to the application.
THREE-LAYER INTEGRATED LAMINATION
Outer knit. PU membrane. Inner comfort knit.
Bonded into an integrated textile construction. Yarn selection, membrane grade and lamination conditions are developed together, then reviewed on the finished product.
Conceptual transport illustration. Final waterproof and moisture-vapor performance depends on the complete construction and agreed testing. No pore-based mechanism is implied.
TESTING & EVALUATIONTest the layers.
Test the layers.
Check the product.
Evaluate surface wetting, moisture-vapor transfer, finished-product water resistance and stretch as separate aspects of the complete construction.
Surface water repellency
Assess how the outer textile responds to water spray. Surface repellency is separate from the membrane’s resistance to water penetration.
Moisture-vapor transfer
Evaluate moisture-vapor performance using the agreed method and conditions for the selected construction.
Finished-product water resistance
Check the assembled product as well as its materials, including construction details and potential water-entry points.
Stretch & recovery
Review flexibility, fit and recovery in the knitted layers and finished product.
YARN, SURFACE & BRANDINGBuild function into
Build function into
every detail.
Choose materials and finishing around the activity, hand feel and intended performance.
Technical yarns
Explore HPPE, reflective and moisture-managing yarns, together with wool-based comfort options.
Grip & reinforcement
Specify silicone grip printing, reinforced wear zones and application-specific surface treatments.
Brand finishing
Develop jacquard patterns, heat-transfer branding, embroidery and coordinated color palettes.
Performance socks
Develop sports compression, odor-management and children’s patterned sock options, with requirements confirmed during sampling.
SPECIFY. TEST. REFINE.
Material choices and construction methods must serve the intended application.
Material innovation
Review yarns, membranes and linings for the intended environment.
Construction methods
Develop how the layers fit, flex and work together in a finished product.
Performance validation
Agree on testing methods and requirements for waterproof protection and breathability.
TECHNICAL DATA — FINAL VERIFICATION REQUIRED
Hydrostatic pressure, breathability values, test methods and applicable product references have not been supplied. No numerical performance claims are included in this preview.
Hydrostatic pressure, breathability values, test methods and applicable product references have not been supplied. No numerical performance claims are included in this preview.
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