Korean interest in eVent

28/09/2011
GE, manufacturer of eVent waterproof-breathable membrane technology, has announced a collaboration with Kolon Fashion Material (KFM) on a wide range of membranes that KFM will use in laminate production to supply the Republic of Korea Military and the consumer market.

The collaboration is part of GE’s strategy for its eVent fabrics waterproof-breathable product line. The alliance will allow customer brands to pair GE membranes with a wide range of laminates and fabrics for apparel, footwear and accessories.

KFM, based in Gwacheon, will supply the South Korean Military with uniforms featuring waterproof breathable membranes from GE. In addition, KFM has combined GE membrane technology with proprietary lamination technology to create neoVENT-F, a waterproof breathable fabric for the domestic Korean consumer market and global outdoor brands.