Schoeller FTC adds ‘clever’ coatings

02/12/2008

Swiss-Taiwanese joint venture Schoeller FTC has enhanced its current fabric collection by adding coatings that provide different looks or additional functionality through technology such as  c_change for weatherproofing, NanoSphere for repelling dirt, and 3XDRY for water and stain repellency.

Seasonal  highlights are coated polyester or polyamide jacket qualities with a matte,  dry, sometimes even chalky feel on a brown fabric with rubber finish and small ribbed structure.

Contrasting with these are textiles with a waxy, wet look—for example a golden-coloured twill—which are reminiscent of  lacquer or leather.