New Pontetorto fabrics react to temperature
16/11/2011
It works with the skin’s natural process of moisture evaporation to offer dynamic comfort. The body controls its temperature by regulating moisture evaporation through the skin; moisture evaporation provides both cooling and thermal comfort depending on conditions.
Dryfast Adaptive is based on a hydrofunctional polymer developed by the Swiss firm HeiQ. At low temperatures, the polymer absorbs and stores moisture in a film surrounding each fibre. At high temperatures, the wicking process increases and the polymer changes its structure by releasing the previously stored moisture. In warm conditions, the evaporation system helps cool the skin and provides enhanced comfort. In cool conditions, wicking and evaporation are dynamically reduced, keeping the body dry and warm.
On announcing the development, Pontetorto said tests have demonstrated that the humidity evaporation rate of a 100% polyester Dryfast Adaptive fabric is up to three times faster than an untreated 100% polyester fabric at 35 degrees Celsius. The polymer is secured to the surface of the textile providing a lasting effect. It is bluesign certified.
The new Pontetorto fabrics will be on display at the forthcoming Performance Days events in Munich (November 21 and 22) and Annecy (November 24 and 25).
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