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AsystecContact: Phoenix Hsu • 886 4 2321 2122www.asystec.com

Product: Asystec Moisture Escape (ME) / Asystec 2D Materials: Moisture escape barrier and internal Asys-tec shellCharacteristics: Innovative designs, great fit, water-proof, breathable, lightweight, drainable.End Use: FootwearParticipating Manufacturers: Red Wing, Justin, Rocky

Product: Asystec WP shoes and bootsMaterials: SealantCharacteristics: Seals stitch holes and molded shell.Innovative designs, great fit, waterproof, breathable,lightweight, drainable.End Use: FootwearParticipating Manufacturers: Red Wing, Justin, Rocky

BemisContact: Chris Parlee • 978-425-6761 • 800-543-1324www.bemisworldwide.com

Product: SewfreeMaterials: Thermoplastic adhesive filmCharacteristics: Sewfree decorative overlay tapes arecolored and embossed thermoplastic films. Sewfree isused to bond or weld fabrics together. Bonded appli-cations within apparel are lighter in weight than cutand sewn construction. Bonded seams are waterproofand are less abrasive to the end user. Sewfree adhe-sive films are also used for decorative purposes.End Use: Outerwear, activewear, backpacks, gloves,tents, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: adidas, Arc’Teryx, Burton,Columbia, EMS, Marmot, Mountain Hardwear, Patago-nia, REI, The North Face

Product: Bemis SeamTapeCharacteristics: Bemis Seam Tapes are 2- and 3-layertapes. Used to waterproof sewn seams.End Use: Outerwear, activewear, backpacks, gloves,tents, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: Adidas, Arc’Teryx, Bur-ton, Columbia, EMS, Marmot, Mountain Hardwear,Patagonia, REI, The North Face

Burlington World WideContact: Nelson Bebo • 212-621-4046www.burlingtonactivewear.com

Product: M.C.S. Comfort Zone with Smart Fabric Tech-nologyCharacteristics: Fabric that absorbs, moves moistureand heat away from the body and dries quickly, help-ing to maintain a comfortable microclimate, while pro-viding UV protection.

End Use: Technical sportswearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Product: M.C.S. BlockerCharacteristics: Permanent moisture control treatmentthat absorbs, moves moisture away from the body anddries quickly, provides excellent UV protection.End Use: Technical sportswearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Product: MicromoveCharacteristics: A collection of lightweight, breath-able, soft and drapable, microfiber fabrics.End Use: Technical sportswearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Product: IsothermCharacteristics: The super water- and stain-repellentfabric system with permanent moisture control thatprovides a balance of comfort and protection for agreater range of climate conditions.End Use: OuterwearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Product: UltrexCharacteristics: A high performance / high value, wa-terproof, breathable, windproof, three-part system com-bining fabric, finish and coating.End Use: OuterwearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Product: XaltCharacteristics: A high-tech composite system thatcombines innovative fabric and laminate technology forsuperior waterproof, breathable, windproof comfortand protection.End Use: OuterwearParticipating Manufacturers: Jack Wolfskin, LL Bean,Mammut, Mountain Hardwear, Odlo, Patagonia, RoyalRobbins, Under Armour

Concept III Textile InternationalContact: David Parkes • 732-530-1976www.conceptIII.com

Product: Textile-based solutionsCharacteristics: Resource for the development, sourc-ing, and production of fabric-based finished products.Works with: Glenoit (sliver knit Microfabrics and fauxfurs), Rentex (technical knits) and Kingwhale (fleeces,

Dri-release microblends, laminates, micro-poly). Also of-fers design, garment production and project manage-ment in Asia and the Far East.End Use: Apparel, accessoriesParticipating Manufacturers: Patagonia, Marmot,Carhartt, Eddie Bauer, Under Armour, Cabela’s, RoyalRobbins, REI, Woolrich, Burton, Columbia

Consoltex Inc.Contact: Christopher Gibbs • 514-333-8800www.consoltex.com

Product: EarthwhileMaterials: Organic cotton/nylon blend (100% pure organics)Characteristics: Durable, abrasion resistant, fast drying,green textiles designed to meet the demands for comfortand outdoor performance in an earth-friendly fabric. End Use: Outerwear, activewear, leisurewearParticipating Manufacturers: MEC

Product: S3 Technologies - Soft Shell SystemMaterials: Nylon and polyester face fabrics bonded tofleece, wicking knits and Polarguard® insulation, aswell as double weave fabricsCharacteristics: Featuring double-faced fabrics, bond-ed fleece liners, wicking tricots, continuous filament in-sulation and Dryon Super DWR providing superior cli-mate control, abrasion resistance, stretch and comfort.End Use: Outerwear, activewear, jackets, pants, vests,glovesParticipating Manufacturers: MEC, Patagonia, Prana,GoLite, Isis, Lafuma (Korea)

Product: S3 Technologies - Stretch SystemMaterials: Nylon, polyester, Lycra/spandexCharacteristics: Performance and mechanical stretchfabrics combining high abrasion resistance and dura-bility with superior stretch performance.End Use: Outerwear, activewear, leisurewear, shorts,jackets, pantsParticipating Manufacturers: LL Bean, EMS, MEC,Patagonia, Victorinox

Product: Dryon Super Water Repellent FinishCharacteristics: Super water repellent finish tried andtested to provide long-lasting protection through mul-tiple industrial wash and sterilization cycles. Original-ly developed for use in the medical industry.End Use: DWR finish for outerwear, soft shell fabrics,jackets, pants, vests, gloves, hats, shirts, shortsParticipating Manufacturers: LL Bean, GoLite, Isis,Lafuma (Korea), Victorinox

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Coville Inc.Contact: Kevin Williams • 336-759-0115, ext. 114www.covilleinc.com

Product: Polygon TechnologiesMaterials: Microdenier Performance PolyesterCharacteristics: High-performance knits include mois-ture management, odor-control, UV-protection, quick-dry, low-pill, wrinkle-resistance & soil-release properties.End Use: Travel wear, performance tees, polos, baselayer, underwear, yoga apparel

Product: AM/P2Materials: Antimicrobial Polypropylene/SpandexCharacteristics: Compression knits that include odor-control, moisture vapor transmission, stretch and ther-mal regulation.End Use: Compression tops & bottoms, waterwear &thermal underwear

Product: Cottonwique-PlusMaterials: Antimicrobial Cotton/Polyester PerformanceblendCharacteristics: Combed cotton on the outside, polyesteron the inside for odor-control and moisture management.End Use: Performance tees, polos, yoga apparel

DAK Americas LLCContact: Ricky Lake • 877-432-2766www.dakamericas.com

Product: Delcron HydroPur FiberMaterials: Polyester staple fiberCharacteristics: A polyester staple fiber incorporatingsilver to inhibit the growth of unsightly and odor-caus-ing microorganisms. It is a combination of Delcron Hy-drotech Fiber and SteriPur AM.End Use: Apparel, hosieryParticipating Manufacturers: Cloudveil, Russell Ath-letic, Under Armour

Product: Delcron Hydrotec FiberMaterials: Polyester staple fiberCharacteristics: A hydrophilic polyester staple fiberprovides bonding sites for water molecules to interactwith the polymer surface and thus “wet” the fiber, keepmoisture in motion and speed drying. End Use: Apparel, hosieryParticipating Manufacturers: Cloudveil, Russell Ath-letic, Under Armour

Product: SteriPur AM FiberMaterials: Polyester staple fiberCharacteristics: It features Milliken’s Antimicrobial Al-phaSan, a zirconium phosphate based ceramic ion ex-change resin that contains silver to prevent growth ofmicroorganisms. The antimicrobial effect is a perma-nent non-topical attribute.End Use: Apparel, hosieryParticipating Manufacturers: Cloudveil, Russell Ath-letic, Under Armour

Deer CreekFabrics Inc.Contact: Steve Lucier • 203-964-0922

Product: IngeoMaterials: Corn

Characteristics: Sustainable and biodegradable fiber,made from corn. Performance knitted fabrics. Soft andcomfortable, with excellent moisture management. Avail-able in 100% and blends with wool and organic cotton.End Use: Base layers, T-shirts and liners

Product: Eco SpunMaterials: 100% post consumer recycled polyesterCharacteristics: Now available in fine denier filamentyarns. Moisture management and antimicrobial proper-ties available.End Use: Lightweight base layer, performance tops andstretch versions

Product: X-StaticMaterials: Antimicrobial, silverCharacteristics: Antimicrobial based on pure silverfiber. X-Static also provides thermoregulation, mois-ture management, low coefficient of friction and an-tistatic properties. End Use: Liners, base layers, T-Shirts, protective ap-parel and medical applications

Product: Sorbtek/AmyMaterials: Silver-based antimicrobialCharacteristics: Total moisture control combined witha silver-based antimicrobial. This “catch, move and re-lease” technology keeps the wearer dry, comfortableand odor free. Available in comfort and performancestretch.End Use: Active tops and bottoms, base layers and liners

Product: HolofiberCharacteristics: Energy enhancement fiber that worksby increasing oxygen levels in the body. Improvesstrength and endurance. Decreases recovery time and jetlag. Available in rigid or stretch constructions. Excellentmoisture management. Blends with all fibers. End Use: Performance apparel and liners, medical ap-plications

E. I. duPont de Nemours and Company, Inc.Contact: Andrew Liu • 302-695-8521

Product: DuPont Advances Teflon Leather ProtectorMaterials: Washable/waterproof leather protector Characteristics: Washable and dryable in home appli-ances, durable, stain repel and release, soil resistant,color fast, waterproof, breathable, soft hand, patentedtechnology, applicable in all tanneries.End Use: Footwear, outerwear, apparel, hats, gloves,accessories

InvistaContact: Jeddie Larry • 704-639-2701www.invista.com • www.polarguard.com

Product: Polarguard 3DMaterials: Filament polyester insulationCharacteristics: Insulation will not separate, mat orclump to create cold spots. Has a finer denier for morecompressibility and increased warmth. Warmer thanother synthetics, even when wet, dries fast, hypo-allergenic. End Use: Sleeping bags, extreme weather apparelParticipating Manufacturers: Big Agnes, Kelty, LLBean, Marmot, Mountain Hardwear, REI, Sierra De-

signs, Slumberjack, The North Face

Product: Polarguard DeltaMaterials: Filament polyester insulationCharacteristics: Insulation will not separate, mat orclump to create cold spots. Has a larger void that cre-ates higher loft with less weight. Warmer than othersynthetics, even when wet, dries fast, hypo-allergenic.End Use: Sleeping bags, extreme weather apparelParticipating Manufacturers: Big Agnes, Kelty, LL Bean,Marmot, Mountain Hardwear, Sierra Designs, Slumber-jack, The North Face

Product: Thermolite freshFXMaterials: Polyester insulation with antimicrobial ad-ditive spun into fibers Characteristics: Polyester insulation with a sliver-basedantimicrobial additive that is spun into the fibers to pro-tect against odors. Provides lightweight warmth withadded freshness that lasts for the life of the product.End Use: Activewear jackets, footwear and sleeping bags

Product: ThermoliteMaterials: Polyester insulationCharacteristics: High-performance polyester insula-tion engineered for various levels of warmth, loft,thickness and softness. Hypo-allergenic. Delivers com-fort, lightweight warmth and protection for all levelsof performance. End Use: Performance/fashion apparel, footwear, gloves,sleeping bags

ITW NexusContact: Jim Tierney • 847-375-6718www.itwnexus.com

Product: Side Release BucklesMaterials: Acetal, nylon, polypropyleneCharacteristics: Backpacks, daypacks, hydration packs,travel gear, luggage, apparel, helmets, PFDs

Product: LadderlocsMaterials: Acetal, nylon, polypropyleneCharacteristics: Backpacks, daypacks, hydration packs,travel gear, luggage, apparel, helmets, PFDs

Product: Ellipse CordlocMaterials: Acetal, nylon, polypropyleneCharacteristics: Backpacks, daypacks, hydration packs,travel gear, luggage, apparel, helmets, PFDs

Product: Tri-Gilde/SlidersMaterials: Acetal, nylon, polypropyleneCharacteristics: Backpacks, daypacks, hydration packs,travel gear, luggage, apparel, helmets, PFDs

Product: SnaphooksCharacteristics: Backpacks, daypacks, hydration packs,travel gear, luggage, apparel, helmets, PFDs

LiquiCell Technologies Inc.Contact: Brenda Tusha • 952-829-0144www.liquicell.com

Product: LiquiCellMaterials: Ultra-thin liquid interface padCharacteristics: Improves comfort through the signif-icant reduction of soft tissue stress and pressure, and

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©3M 2002 “Thinsulate” is a trademark of 3M.

Give your sales a lift with Thinsulate™ Supreme Insulation. It’s quite possibly the one thing that

boarders and skiers agree on. Why? Well, maybe it’s the exceptional comfort they get with Thinsulate

Supreme insulation. Or maybe it’s the warmth and durability. It could be that they each enjoy less bulk

and more freedom of movement. Ask your suppliers for products that feature Thinsulate Supreme insulation.

The ticket to supreme softness, warmth and comfort.

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absorption of shock.End Use: Cycling apparel and accessories, paddle seatsParticipating Manufacturers: InSport, TMF, WaterMark

Malden Mills Industries, Inc.Contact: Carol Valianti • 978-685-6341www.polartec.com

Product: Polartec Hardface technologyMaterials: Surface fusion polymer–surface applicationCharacteristics: Can be applied to many styles of fab-ric to enhance durability, abrasion resistance and waterrepellency without impacting breathability.End Use: ApparelParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Cloudveil

Product: Body Mapping / Variable Knit TechnologyMaterials: Polyester-based fleeceCharacteristics: New technology with variable densityand loft within one single panel of fabric to control in-sulation zones, reduce bulk in key areas and increasebreathability.End Use: ApparelParticipating Manufacturers: Patagonia

Product: Bio-mimicryMaterials: Polyester-based fleeceCharacteristics: New Polartec Thermal Pro high loft fab-rics based upon the structure of animal fur using longer,courser “guard hairs” to create loft and a very dense“under fur” to trap warm air.End Use: ApparelParticipating Manufacturers: Patagonia

Product: Polartec Power ShieldMaterials: Laminate soft shellCharacteristics: Woven face, fleece back and a membranethat allows 2% of the air to move through the fabric forweather protection and breathability.

Product: Polartec Wind ProMaterials: Polyester-based fleeceCharacteristics: Uses microfibers and a very tight knitconstruction to provide a combination of wind resist-ance and breathability. Available in a wide range ofweights and finishes.

Milliken & CompanyContact: David Gifford • 212-819-4211www.milliken.com

Product: VisaEndurance brand of fabricsCharacteristics: Performance activewear fabrics thatfight odors, wick moisture away from the skin, dry quick-ly and release stains in the wash. Knit, breathable, softhand, wicks perspiration away from the body, driesquickly, fights odors, releases stains.End Use: Base layers, T-shirts, underwearParticipating Manufacturers: Under Armour, MountainHardwear, Bass Pro Shops, Simms Fishing, Dillard’s, Lu-lulemon, Terramar Sports, Layers, Marks

Murdock WebbingContact: John Smith • 401-724-3000www.murdockwebbing.com

Product: Multi Colored Jacquard Webbing

Characteristics: Highly detailed narrow width web de-signs. Over 100 original designs, custom capabilities; va-riety of camo patterns, Americana, novelty, animal prints,flowers, etc.End Use: Backpacks, hats, gloves, belts, pet products,tie downs

Product: DuraCord Jacquard WebbingCharacteristics: New yarn gives the look and feel ofcotton. Augmented with UV inhibitors and antimicro-bial enhancements. 100% waterproof, can be washed inbleach and not fade the colors. End Use: Backpacks, hats, gloves, belts, pet products

National MoldingContact: Tom Falcone • 631-293-8696www.duraflexbuckles.com

Product: Duraflex plastic bucklesMaterials: Acetal, nylon with special resinsCharacteristics: Acetal’s biggest strength lies in itsability to resist moisture, performs well under freezingconditions. Nylon offers greater impact resistance.End Use: Outerwear, luggage, backpacksParticipating Manufacturers: EMS, LL Bean, MountainHardwear, Osprey, U.S. military

Nextec Applications Inc.Contact: Bill McCabe • 203-422-0590www.epicfabrics.com

Product: EPIC by NextecMaterials: Nylon, polyesterCharacteristics: Patented EPIC encapsulation technol-ogy provides All Weather Protection in a wide range ofclimate conditions without sacrificing comfort. Breath-able, moisture management, low absorption, superiorbarrier protection, packable. Participating Manufacturers: Black Diamond, Us SOF,Wild Things, 180s, Rip Curl

Product: EPIC Amphibious CottonMaterials: CottonCharacteristics: Patented EPIC encapsulation technol-ogy provides All Weather Protection in a wide range ofclimate conditions without sacrificing comfort. Breath-able, moisture management, low absorption, superiorbarrier protection, packable. Participating Manufacturers: Black Diamond, Orvis,Sperry Top-Sider, Wild Roses, Murphy & Nye, Rip Curl

Product: EPIC Amphibious DenimMaterials: Denim, cotton LycraCharacteristics: Patented EPIC encapsulation technol-ogy provides All Weather Protection in a wide range ofclimate conditions without sacrificing comfort. Breath-able, moisture management, low absorption, superiorbarrier protection, packable. Participating Manufacturers: O’Neill Europe

Product: EPIC Amphibious WoolMaterials: Wool, poly/cottonCharacteristics: Patented EPIC encapsulation technol-ogy provides All Weather Protection in a wide range ofclimate conditions without sacrificing comfort. Breath-able, moisture management, low absorption, superiorbarrier protection, packable.

Noble Fiber TechnologiesContact: Joel Furey • 877-978-2842, ext. 402www.x-staticfiber.com

Product: X-Static - The Silver FiberMaterials: Silver-coated fibers, fabrics, foams, filmsCharacteristics: X-Static uses a surface coating of puresilver to deliver complete and permanent odor elimi-nation, clinical antimicrobial protection and thermalbenefits to any textile-base product.End Use: Socks, base layers, fleece, insulated outer-wear, gloves, hats, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: Brooks, Fox River, Medal-ist, Pearl Izumi, Polartec, Salomon, Spyder, The NorthFace, Wigwam

Optimer Performance Fibers Inc.Contact: Karen Deniz • 908-771-0769www.drirelease.com

Product: Dri-release with FreshGuardMaterials: Dri-release is a patented, intimate blend ofsynthetic and natural fibers that accelerates the waterrelease rate of wet fabric.Characteristics: Rather than just spreading moistureacross the surface, Dri-release actually pushes it to theoutside of a garment, releasing water and perspirationfaster than any other performance fabric on the market.End Use: Any textile-based apparel or accessories thatrequire superior moisture management with odor con-trol such as active sports, travel, casualwear, footwear,hat and glove products.Participating Manufacturers: adidas, Billabong, Co-lumbia, Asics, ExOfficio, 180’s, Moving Comfort, Puma,Swix, The North Face

Product: FreshGuardMaterials: An odor neutralizer embedded in all Dri-re-lease fabrics.Characteristics: FreshGuard blocks odor-causing seba-ceous body oils from attaching to the fabric—stoppingthe attraction of odor-causing bacteria. It is not an an-timicrobial nor anti-bacterial which attack bacteria thatpossess positive functions.End Use: Any textile-based apparel or accessories thatrequire superior moisture management with odor con-trol such as active sports, travel, casualwear, footwear,hat and glove products.Participating Manufacturers: adidas, Billabong, Columbia, Asics, Ex Officio, 180’s, Moving Comfort,Puma, Swix, The North Face

Outlast Technologies Inc.Contact: Danielle Borden • 303-581-0801, ext. 121www.outlast.com

Product: Smart Fabric technology by OutlastMaterials: Microencapsulated Phase Change Materials(mPCM’s), called Thermocules, applied to fibers, fab-rics and foamsCharacteristics: Certified space technology designedto balance temperature. By absorbing and storing ex-cess heat as it’s created and releasing it as it’s needed,wearer won’t be too hot or too cold...just comfortable.Available in knits, wovens and coated textiles.End Use: Footwear, accessories, lifestyle apparelParticipating Manufacturers: Burton, Timberland,

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Deer Creek Fabrics has been supplying technical performance knittedfabrics for over 25 years. From the original warm and polypropylene con-

structions in the late 70’s, to the latest energy enhancement Holofibercollection, innovation has been both consumer and technology driven.

Deer Creek is introducing Ingeo Sustainable fabrics in 100% and blends.New, finer Post Consumer Recycled Products along with Organic

Cotton and Wool comprise our Green Steps Initiative.

See what Deer Creek can do for your products. Technologies includeenergy enhancement and recovery, odor control, sun protection, thermal

regulation, flame protection, stretch and moisture management.Introducing Velproof, the newest, one piece Soft Shell Technology.

Join us at the Fabric Link Industry Panel Discussion on Friday, August 12, at 7:30 a.m. • Salt Lake City Marriot-Salon E.

WORK WITH US AT OUTDOOR RETAILER BOOTH 6830

Please call (203) 964-0922 to schedule an an appointment.

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Swany, Seirus, Bonfire, Eddie Bauer, Oakley

Pittards PlcContact: Mike Dodd • 44 1935 474321www.pittards.com

Product: WR100/Armortan/Microspike/Digital/GripsterMaterials: LeatherCharacteristics: Pittards range of technical leathersembraces a raft of performance properties from water re-sistance to flame retardance—tailored to individualuser needs across the sector.End Use: Footwear, gloves, leather goodsParticipating Manufacturers: Black Diamond, Cloud-veil, Ibex, Marmot, Merrell, Mountain Hardwear, TheNorth Face

PrimaloftContact: Eileen Berner • 800-833-3836www.primaloft.com

Product: Primaloft OneMaterials: Polyester microfiber insulation Characteristics: Patented polyester microfiber insula-tion that resembles the physical and thermal propertiesof down. Soft, warm, water repellent and retains warmthunder wet conditions.End Use: Outerwear, gloves, sleeping bags, hatsParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Cloudveil, East-ern Mountain Sports, Integral Designs, LL Bean, Mar-mot, Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia, Sierra Designs,The North Face

Product: Primaloft SportMaterials: Polyester microfiber insulationCharacteristics: Patented polyester microfiber insula-tion that resembles the physical and thermal propertiesof down. Soft, thermally efficient, water resistant, light-weight and compressible.End Use: Outerwear, sleeping bagsParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Cloudveil, East-ern Mountain Sports, Integral Designs, LL Bean, Mar-mot, Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia, Sierra Designs,The North Face

Product: Primaloft FootwearMaterials: Polyester microfiber insulationCharacteristics: Patented polyester microfiber insula-tion that resembles the physical and thermal propertiesof down. Lightweight, breathable, warm, resilient andcompression resistant.End Use: FootwearParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Cloudveil, East-ern Mountain Sports, Integral Designs, LL Bean, Mar-mot, Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia, Sierra Designs,The North Face

Riri USAContact: Emily Gershwin • 800-RIRIUSAwww.riri.com

Product: StormCharacteristics: Waterproof chain guaranteed in excessof 25 PSI, polyurethane tape makes a chemical bond withthe teeth, teeth pull the tape together causing a slightoverlap.

End Use: Fishing waders, outerwear, sailing apparel,overshoesParticipating Manufacturers: Hodgman, Klattermusen,La Sportiva, Simms, Slam

Product: AquazipMaterials: Nylon, polyurethaneCharacteristics: Water-resistant nylon molded zipper:polyurethane zipper makes a chemical bond with theteeth.End Use: Outerwear, skiwearParticipating Manufacturers: Hodgman, Rossignol,Simms

Product: Décor UVMaterials: NylonCharacteristics: Nylon-molded zipper guaranteed forfive years against UV damage—UV material is in theplastic and the fibers so doesn’t wear off.End Use: Sailing apparelParticipating Manufacturers: Paul & Shark, Henry Lloyd

Product: ExtremeCharacteristics: Waterproof chain with ends completelysealed, guaranteed in excess of 25 PSI.

Product: DécorMaterials: NylonCharacteristics: Nylon-molded zipper, with extendedteeth, allowing the teeth to run on the chain withouttouching the tape, thereby preventing wear and tear.End Use: OuterwearParticipating Manufacturers: Swiss Army

Schoeller Textil USAContact: Tom Weinbender • 206-283-6991www.schoeller-textiles.com

Product: Schoeller DryskinCharacteristics: Highly functional stretch woven fabricswith double weave construction that are durable, mois-ture regulating, air-permeable, water and wind-resist-ant, and have good shape retention. End Use: Outerwear and pants for multi-seasonal out-door sports requiring intensive movement.Participating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Cloudveil, Moun-tain Hardwear, Mammut, Marmot, Ground LLC, MountSeven, Ibex, Outdoor Research, Black Diamond, Gran-ite Gear, Royal Robbins, Timberland

Product: Schoeller WB-400Characteristics: Stretch woven fabrics bonded to a di-verse variety of backings, developed as a water, wind andsnow barrier. This construction offers a high degree ofweather protection, breathability, wind and water re-sistance and freedom of movement. End Use: Outerwear, hats, gloves for multi-seasonaloutdoor activities requiring added weather protection.

Product: Schoeller DynamicCharacteristics: Two- and 4-way stretch woven fabricsdesigned for multi-seasonal comfort. Light, breathable,full range of motion, water- and wind-resistant, abra-sion resistant, durable and easy to care for.End Use: Shirts, vests, bottoms, jackets and pants forcasual to extreme demands.

Product: 3XDRY Moisture Management System

Characteristics: Multi-functional high-tech finish withwicking properties. Repels moisture on the outside andquickly transports inside moisture to the surface whereit evaporates. Inhibits odors with FreshPlus, minimiz-ing perspiration stains.End Use: Mainly next-to-skin garments, such aspants, outerwear, shirts, gloves, hats, activewearand skiwear.

Product: NanoSphereCharacteristics: A textile finish based on nanotech-nology. Water, dirt particles and oil and greasy sub-stances simply run off the treated fabric. Maintains per-formance after 50 laundry cycles.End Use: Outerwear, footwear, gloves, skiwear and back-packs

Sympatex Technologies Inc.Contact: Dennis Hannon • 603-929-3901www.sympatex.com

Product: SympatexMaterials: Non-porous, waterproof/breathable mem-brane of modified polyesterCharacteristics: 100% water and windproof, yet high-ly breathable. Contains no halogens, and no solvents areused to make it.End Use: Apparel, footwear, industrial applications

Product: Sympatex ReflexionMaterials: Non-porous, waterproof/breathable mem-brane of modified polyesterCharacteristics: 100% water and windproof, yet high-ly breathable. Contains no halogens, and no solvents areused to make it.End Use: Apparel, footwear, industrial applications

Product: Sympatex HigH2OutMaterials: Non-porous, waterproof/breathable mem-brane of modified polyesterCharacteristics: 100% water and windproof, yet high-ly breathable. Contains no halogens, and no solvents areused to make it.End Use: Apparel, footwear, industrial applications

Tweave Inc.Contact: Mary Reardon • 508-285-6701www.tweave.com

Product: DurastretchMaterials: Spandex, nylonCharacteristics: Group of stretch woven fabrics contain-ing spandex blended with various types of nylon yarns, andsome also incorporating specialty yarns. Manufacturedentirely in the U.S., extremely abrasion resistant, 100%stretch memory, wide range of weights and spandex con-tent. Custom finishing and lamination available.End Use: Outerwear, climbing apparel, gloves, pants, ac-tivewear, packs/bags, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Granite Gear,Malden Mills, Marmot, Nike, Performance, Reebok, REI,The North Face, Title 9 Sports

Product: DuratechCharacteristics: Group of stretch woven fabrics con-taining spandex and blended with DuPont’s Cordurayarn. Manufactured entirely in the U.S., extremely abra-

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sion resistant, 100% stretch memory, wide range ofweights and spandex content. Custom finishing andlamination available.End Use: Outerwear, climbing apparel, gloves, pants, ac-tivewear, packs/bags, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Granite Gear,Malden Mills, Marmot, Nike, Performance, Reebok, REI,The North Face, Title 9 Sports

Product: Ever-DryCharacteristics: Tweave’s proprietary new “Super DWR”water-repellent treatment.End Use: Outerwear, climbing apparel, gloves, pants, ac-tivewear, packs/bags, footwearParticipating Manufacturers: Arc’Teryx, Granite Gear,Malden Mills, Marmot, Nike, Performance, Reebok, REI,The North Face, Title 9 Sports

Unifi Inc.Contact: Bett Anderson • 336-294-4410www.unifi.com

Product: SorbtekMaterials: Multi-filament textured polyesterCharacteristics: Permanent moisture-management yarnsthat keep wearers cool, dry and comfortable. Breathableand offers inherent stain release properties.End Use: Activewear, sportswear, swimwear, socks, sportbras, underwearParticipating Manufacturers: Nike, Reebok, Asics, Hind

Product: ReflexxMaterials: Multi-filament textured polyester or nylonCharacteristics: High stretch performance yarns avail-able at any price point. Ideal for performance and com-fort stretch applications, and provides strength, dura-bility, color retention and easy care.End Use: Activewear, sportswear, swimwearParticipating Manufacturers: Champion, Academy Sports& Outdoors

Product: A.M.Y.Materials: Multi-filament textured polyester or nylonCharacteristics: Non-toxic, bacteriostatic yarn providespermanent antimicrobial protection against microbesthat cause foul odor, discoloration, mildew and appar-el corrosion.End Use: Activewear, sportswear, outdoor fabrics andgear, swimwearParticipating Manufacturers: Marmot, PuckSkin, InSport

Product: Mynx UVMaterials: Multi-filament textured polyester or nylonCharacteristics: Provides permanent sun protection upto 50-plus UPF. Fabrics are soft, with unique combina-tions of luster, drape and durability, and easily dyedand finished.End Use: Activewear, sportswear, outerwear, swimwearParticipating Manufacturers: Asics, Trek Cycling Wear

United KnittingContact: Walter Tkach • 732-446-6361

United Knitting produces performance stretch circular-knitted fabrics, services the outdoor, fitness, team sportand swimwear markets. State-of-the-art knitting, dyeingand finishing facility. Consistency, flexibility and con-

formity to requirements are top priority in developing highquality, innovative fabrics for its partner customers.

Wellman Inc.Contact: Choyce Johnson Dave Lambert212-759-0833 803-835-2096www.wellmaninc.com

Product: SensuraMaterials: 100% polyester fiberCharacteristics: Feels soft and luxuriousEnd Use: Outerwear, activewear, skiwearParticipating Manufacturers: Hanes, Moretz Sports

Product: ComFortrel XPMaterials: 100% polyester fiberCharacteristics: Outstanding moisture managementEnd Use: Outerwear, activewear, skiwearParticipating Manufacturers: Wickers, Duofold

Product: SpunnaireMaterials: 100% polyester fiberCharacteristics: Optically bright, whiter-than-whiteEnd Use: Outerwear, activewear, skiwear

Product: MicroSpunMaterials: 100% polyester fiberCharacteristics: Micro-denier fiberEnd Use: Outerwear, activewear, skiwearParticipating Manufacturers: Duofold

W.L. Gore & AssociatesContact: Cynthia Amon • 410-506-2647www.gore.com

Product: Gore-Tex XCR OuterwearMaterials: Gore-Tex membrane, nylon or polyester, LycraCharacteristics: Designed to provide maximum per-formance for extended comfort and lasting protection,even in the most rugged conditions. Extremely breath-able, durable, waterproof and offers protection featuredin Gore-Tex products. End Use: Outerwear, pants, gloves, hats, activewear,snowsports apparel

Product: Gore-Tex XCR FootwearMaterials: Gore-Tex membrane, nylonCharacteristics: Suppresses humidity to deliver opti-mal climate comfort and maximum performance duringhigh output activities. Highly breathable, durable andwaterproof.End Use: Footwear for outdoor, casual and lifestyle

Product: Gore-Tex Paclite OuterwearMaterials: Gore-Tex membrane, nylon or polyesterCharacteristics: Light, packable, durable, waterproof, ex-tremely breathable. Excellent protection in serious wetweather conditions, and highly compressible.End Use: Outerwear, pants, gloves, hats, activewear,snowsports

Product: Windstopper Soft ShellMaterials: Windstopper membrane, nylon, polyester,spandexCharacteristics: Reliable protection across a wide rangeof weather conditions. Totally windproof, very breath-able with athletic fit, using soft, quiet and stretchy

fabrics for freedom of movement. Superior water re-sistance and snow-shedding capabilities.End Use: Outerwear, pants, gloves, hats, activewear,snowsports

Product: Windstopper N2SMaterials: Windstopper membrane, polyesterCharacteristics: A breathable windproof layer with ex-cellent moisture management for lasting comfort. Wearnext to the skin as a fast-drying base layer up to awindproof outer layer. Versatile across a wide range ofactivities and weather conditions.End Use: Outerwear, pants, gloves, hats, activewear,snowsports

3M Personal Safety ProductsContact: Kim Kocer • 800-328-7098www.3M.com/Thinsulate • www.3M.com/Scotchlite

Product: Thinsulate Supreme Insulation Type SMaterials: Polyester, mid-loft insulationCharacteristics: Special fiber coating provides a soft,silky, luxurious feel, excellent drapeEnd Use: General outerwear, sportswear, gloves and ac-cessories

Product: Thinsulate Insulation Type GMaterials: Polyester, mid-loft insulationCharacteristics: Soft, lofty insulation, breathable, mois-ture-resistant, warm and comfortableEnd Use: General outerwear, sportswear, hats, gloves andmittens

Product: Thinsulate Flex Insulation Type FXMaterials: Thin, flexible insulation that is a blend of fineelastomeric fibers and larger staple fibersCharacteristics: Stretches 40% in all directions and re-covers, easy care, cleaning, provides flexible warmthand comfort, ideal for applications where stretch and re-covery are important.End Use: Sportswear, soft shells, fleece, handwear andheadwear

Product: Thinsulate Ultra Insulation Tupe UMaterials: Dual-blend,mid-loft insulationCharacteristics: Thin, compressible insulation, breath-able, moisture-resistant, easy care, cleaning, availablewith single and dual scrim.End Use: General outerwear, sportswear, gloves and ac-cessories

Product: 3M Scotchlite Reflective MaterialMaterials: Retroreflective technologyCharacteristics: Scotchlite reflective material is a broadline of reflective products. Using a technology knownas retroreflection—it enhances the visibility of thewearer in low-light and nighttime conditions.End Use: General outerwear, sportswear, footwear, hatsand glovesParticipating Manufacturers: adidas, Brooks, Cannon-dale, Helly Hansen, Jannd Mountaineering, Nathan &Company, Nike, Outdoor Research, Sugoi, Teva, TheNorth Face, Vaude Sports, Yakima

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