Covestro presents latest Insqin innovation
20/07/2018
The new coating is applied in a two-layer system using newly-developed polyurethane dispersion products, known as Impraperm DL 5249 and Impraperm DL 5310.
Covestro has said the combination of these products “enhances the performance of outdoor sportswear and provides increased functionality and comfort”. It adds that the result is “an outstanding and homogenous waterproofing performance”, even in heavy rain and after repeated washing.
Textiles coated in this solution are said to be soft and breathable, providing enhanced comfort. The technology is also flexible enough to be applied to materials used in high-performance outdoor shoes.
“This new development gives manufacturers and consumers considerable benefits,” said Dr Torsten Pohl, Covestro’s global head of textile coatings. “Textile manufacturers can switch quickly and easily to a more sustainable solution that offers flexibility in design and functionality. Consumers can have a sustainable alternative with products that help to deal with extreme weather scenarios in breathable comfort.”
Image courtesy of Covestro.
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