The new technology is considered particularly well-suited to clothing for cyclists as well as in outdoor and sailing outfits.

The fabrics printed with the new process are said to strengthen the areas of the apparel that protect the areas that are most at risk in the case of a fall. Tests have shown that ceramic-printed fabrics achieved up to 100% better results than unprinted fabrics with regards to resistance to chafing As the ceramic printing’s ability to slide lessens the danger of painful abrasions—especially those associated with falls on asphalt.

Eschler is also working in conjunction with a well-known sailing brand that will supply team apparel for the America’s Cup 2007 in Valencia to incorporate ceramic-printed fabric into the apparel used.

Ceramic-printed fabrics are well-suited to cycling, cross-country skiing and motor cycling gloves and Eschler is now developing a laminate with a ceramic-printed surface layer for military gloves.