Switzerland-based Schoeller Technologies AG, in cooperation with Huntsman Textiles Effects, now offers its 3XDRY technology on five continents. With the 40^th production plant having signed a product licence agreement in January, the brand has now gone global with a production network covering Australia, Asia, Europe, and both North and South America.

The co-operation between Huntsman and patent holder Schoeller, which began in 2005, has targeted worldwide capacity for the market development of 3XDRY technology under which Schoeller manages the marketing of the brand and patent matters and Huntsman, with representatives in 120 countries, is responsible for sales of the chemicals, technical support and quality control.

3XDRY adds water and stain repellency to the exterior of textiles and water absorbency on the inside. Clothes finished with 3XDRY are said to keep the body dry, minimise perspiration marks and stimulate a cooling effect. The technology also supports the skin’s ability to breathe and ensures wearer comfort. Garments made with 3XDRY also dry 6-8 times faster than apparel without the treatment. The technology, which was developed in Switzerland, is based on the bluesign-Standard, which is said to be the world’s most stringent textile production standard in relation to EHS (environment, health and safety) requirements.

Brands already using the 3XDRY include adidas, Bogner, Brax, Cloudveil, Daniel Hechter, GPA, Helly Hansen, Hugo Boss, LL Bean, Mammut, National Geographic, Pierre Cardin, Planet Knox, Puma, Royal Robbins, Septwolves and Woolrich.