COOLMAX® EcoMade technology
Sustainable moisture-wicking cooling performance
Why choose this technology?
The challenge:
How can you meet the needs of consumers who not only desire apparel offering technical performance benefits like cooling, but also sustainability benefits?
The solution:
COOLMAX® EcoMade technology provides the same reliable cooling performance you expect from the COOLMAX® brand, but it’s made with 100% recycled resources to help the environment. Eco-conscious consumers will also appreciate that this polyester fiber can be made with either 100% textile waste or recycled PET bottles. Either option offers permanent moisture-wicking performance.
Consumer benefits
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100BNgarments produced annually
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85%of clothes & textile waste goes to landfills
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81%expect brands to do the right thing
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Helps keep the wearer cool, dry and comfortable during any activity
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Works in almost any garment type from socks to denim and tees
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Enjoy a sustainable product containing fibers made with 100% recycled resources
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Experience performance benefits that last the lifespan of a garment
Brands & retailer benefits
- Offer sustainable clothes made from 100% recycled textiles or PET bottles
- Reduces CO2 emissions by 25% vs. virgin counterparts (applicable to our 100% textile waste offering) - Compared with the conventional polyester production with non-renewable resources, this technology reduces the impact on the environment, Intertek, 2017, Product Environmental Footprint Comparison Report for Recycled Polyester Chips and Virgin Chips, Semi-dull
- Increase your value proposition with sustainable performance
- Build brand loyalty with the permanent cooling performance
- Leverage our strong global brand recognition to attract consumers who value our quality cooling solutions
- Suitable for a broad range of garment types that meet consumer needs
- Choosing fibers made from textile waste helps those with a circular economy goal work towards achieving it
- Order free COOLMAX® brand hangtags to drive sell-through
Benefits
Mill benefits
- Differentiate your offerings with the latest sustainable innovation
- Delivers equivalent performance as fibers made with virgin polymers
- Ensure consistent high performance with fabric certification
- Choose from a wide range of available products and fiber types
- Offers excellent whiteness, vibrant colors and good tenacity
- Select COOLMAX® CORE technology for a virgin fiber equivalent when a non-EcoMade version is desired
Benefits
Eligible garment categories
- Activewear
- Bedding
- Denim
- Outerwear
- Ready-to-wear
- Seamless
- Socks
- Underwear
- Workwear
Categories
Boost your brand power
The COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide (Walnut Unlimited, 2019). Harness our high levels of consumer brand awareness and help drive purchase interest by promoting your use of COOLMAX® EcoMade technology .
Mills: Have your fabrics tested and certified, which gives your customers the ability to order COOLMAX® brand hangtags through the LYCRA ONE™ portal. Remember, the more garments retailers sell, the more fabric you sell, so encourage your customers to use hangtags in stores.
Brands: You can order free printed or virtual COOLMAX® brand swing tags quickly and easily on LYCRA ONE™. These tags explain each technology’s added value and performance benefits to drive garment sales. Or if you prefer, you can complete our Trademark Licensing Agreement to print your own co-branded hang tags and POS materials with pre-approved claims.
No other fiber manufacturer provides this level of marketing support to its customers. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing value-added service!
Hang tags
A NEW USE FOR TEXTILE WASTE
COOLMAX® EcoMade technology made from 100% textile waste is our first-ever cooling performance fiber made from cutting room scraps that would otherwise go to a landfill or be incinerated. See how this sustainable solution reduces waste and help us help the planet.
How COOLMAX® EcoMade technology is made from 100% recycled textile waste
A step towards circularity
This webinar focuses on COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® EcoMade fibers, which are now being made from 100% textile waste, and includes a discussion on the following topics: how these new products are made and how they differ from existing products, as well as how this new technology can help you meet your sustainability goals.
How COOLMAX® EcoMade technology is made from recycled PET
From PET bottles to fibers
Go inside the fabric to see how this sustainable cooling technology made from 100% recycled PET bottles works.
Revealing consumer insights
COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide who associate it with the key activewear need of cooling. High global consumer brand awareness is just one of the benefits of choosing COOLMAX® technology: Consumers around the globe value the COOLMAX brand.
- 7 out of 10 respondents are likely to purchase garments with COOLMAX® technology
- 6 out of 10 are more likely to purchase garment with COOLMAX® technology over generic
- 8 out of 10 are willing to pay a premium for sustainable garments made with COOLMAX® EcoMade technology
Walnut Unlimited, 2019
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COOLMAX® EcoMade ALL SEASON technology
Offer sustainable year-round comfort
Why choose this technology?
The challenge:
Consumers are becoming more interested in what’s inside their clothes. Are the ingredients sustainable? Do they add value and the performance benefits I desire? They’re also looking for more versatile garments that can be worn longer and in a variety of conditions to reduce the ecological impact of their purchase.
The solution:
COOLMAX® EcoMade ALL SEASON technology is engineered to meet this consumer’s needs. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled resources, this polyester fiber is designed to provide year-round comfort to many types of apparel. This versatile fiber helps the wearer stay cool when it’s warm and warm when it’s cool by using an innovative combination of fibers.
Consumer benefits
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Helps keep you cool and dry on hot days or while being active
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Provides lightweight insulation that helps keep you warm on cold days
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Enjoy a sustainable product containing fibers made with 100% recycled PET bottles
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Experience performance benefits that last the lifespan of a garment
Brand & retailer benefits
- Create versatile garments with in-demand performance benefits
- Combine sustainable and technical fibers for added value
- Build brand loyalty with lasting cooling and warming technology
- Order free COOLMAX® brand hangtags to increase sell-through
Benefits
Mill benefits
- Provides good fabric stability and air permeability
- Drive sales by offering innovative fabrics with high-tech benefits
- Ensure consistent high performance with fabric certification
- Certify your fabrics to enable customers to order free hangtags
Benefits
Eligible garment categories
- Activewear
- Bedding
- Denim
- Outerwear
- Socks
- Workwear
Categories
Boost your brand power
The COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide (Walnut Unlimited, 2019). Harness our high levels of consumer brand awareness and help drive purchase interest by promoting your use of COOLMAX® EcoMade technology.
Mills: Have your fabrics tested and certified, which gives your customers the ability to order COOLMAX® brand hangtags through the LYCRA ONE™ portal. Remember, the more garments retailers sell, the more fabric you sell, so encourage your customers to use hangtags in stores.
Brands: You can order free printed or virtual COOLMAX® brand swing tags quickly and easily on LYCRA ONE™. These tags explain each technology’s added value and performance benefits to drive garment sales. Or if you prefer, you can complete our Trademark Licensing Agreement to print your own co-branded hang tags and POS materials with pre-approved claims.
No other fiber manufacturer provides this level of marketing support to its customers. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing value-added service!
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COOLMAX® ECOMADE NATURAL TOUCH™ FABRIC TECHNOLOGY
Offer sustainable cool, dry comfort with an authentic denim look and touch
Why choose this technology?
The challenge:
How can you meet the consumer’s need for performance stretch denim jeans with a cotton look and feel while also providing a sustainable cooling solution?
The solution:
Containing special fibers made from 100% recycled PET bottles, jeans made with patented COOLMAX® EcoMade Natural Touch™ fabric technology will delight consumers with its combination of efficient moisture management, comfortable stretch, and its natural denim look and touch.
Consumer benefits
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Helps keep the wearer cool and dry when wearing their favorite denim jeans
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Delivers an authentic denim look and feel with comfortable stretch
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Enjoy a sustainable product containing fibers made with 100% recycled PET bottles
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Experience performance benefits that last the lifespan of a garment
Brand & retailer benefits
- Minimizes the risk of seam slippage during garment production
- Combines sustainable and technical benefits for added value
- Build brand loyalty by offering more durable garments
- Order free COOLMAX® brand hangtags to increase sell-through
Benefits
Mill benefits
- Enjoy fiber uniformity regardless of supply source
- Drive denim sales by offering fabrics with in demand benefits
- Certify your fabrics to enable customers to order free hangtags
Benefits
Eligible garment categories
- Denim
Categories
Boost your brand power
The COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide (Walnut Unlimited, 2019). Harness our high levels of consumer brand awareness and help drive purchase interest by promoting your use of COOLMAX® EcoMade technology.
Mills: Have your fabrics tested and certified, which gives your customers the ability to order COOLMAX® brand hangtags through the LYCRA ONE™ portal. Remember, the more garments retailers sell, the more fabric you sell, so encourage your customers to use hangtags in stores.
Brands: You can order free printed or virtual COOLMAX® brand swing tags quickly and easily on LYCRA ONE™. These tags explain each technology’s added value and performance benefits to drive garment sales. Or if you prefer, you can complete our Trademark Licensing Agreement to print your own co-branded hang tags and POS materials with pre-approved claims.
No other fiber manufacturer provides this level of marketing support to its customers. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing value-added service!
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COOLMAX® FRESHFX® ECOMADE FABRIC TECHNOLOGY
Create sustainable, moisture-wicking products that stay fresher longer
Why choose this technology?
The challenge:
As consumers are growing more concerned about the environment, they are looking for sustainable garments that also have functional benefits like moisture-wicking performance and lasting freshness, especially for garments worn close to the body like socks and underwear.
The solution:
COOLMAX® freshFX® EcoMade fabric technology provides durable freshness in addition to the cooling performance the brand is famous for worldwide. This fiber contains a silver additive that keep garments fresh and consumers confident all-day long. Made with recycled resources to reduce waste, this technology also helps consumers feel good about their purchase.
Consumer benefits
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Helps keep the wearer cool, dry and comfortable during any activity
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Adds long-lasting freshness to help you feel more confident
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Enjoy a sustainable product containing fibers made with recycled PET bottles
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Experience performance benefits that last the lifespan of a garment
Brand & retailer benefits
- Create moisture-wicking, breathable garments that stay fresher longer
- Combines sustainable and technical benefits for added value
- Build brand loyalty with cooling performance and freshness
- Order free COOLMAX® brand hangtags to increase sell-through
Benefits
Mill benefits
- Combine with other COOLMAX® brand fibers to offer additional benefits
- Drive sales by offering sustainable fabrics with cooling performance
- Suitable for garments requiring STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®
- Certify your fabrics to enable customers to order free hangtags
Benefits
Eligible garment categories
- Activewear
- Intimate apparel
- Socks
- Underwear
- Workwear
Categories
Boost your brand power
The COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide (Walnut Unlimited, 2019). Harness our high levels of consumer brand awareness and help drive purchase interest by promoting your use of COOLMAX® EcoMade technology.
Mills: Have your fabrics tested and certified, which gives your customers the ability to order COOLMAX® brand hangtags through the LYCRA ONE™ portal. Remember, the more garments retailers sell, the more fabric you sell, so encourage your customers to use hangtags in stores.
Brands: You can order free printed or virtual COOLMAX® brand swing tags quickly and easily on LYCRA ONE™. These tags explain each technology’s added value and performance benefits to drive garment sales. Or if you prefer, you can complete our Trademark Licensing Agreement to print your own co-branded hang tags and POS materials with pre-approved claims.
No other fiber manufacturer provides this level of marketing support to its customers. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing value-added service!
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COOLMAX® EcoMade PRO technology
Offers sustainable cooling performance for demanding conditions
Why choose this technology?
The challenge:
How can you create offerings that will appeal to consumers requiring enhanced moisture management and earth-friendly sustainability benefits?
The solution:
For advanced cooling performance and reduced environmental impact, choose sustainable COOLMAX® EcoMade PRO technology. This specialty polyester fiber is made with 100% recycled resources and combines moisture-wicking, quick dry times and exceptional breathability to deliver next level comfort to all high-impact end uses.
Consumer benefits
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Engineered to dry quickly while offering exceptional breathability
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Helps keep you comfortable, cool and dry in the most demanding conditions
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Enjoy a sustainable product containing fibers made with recycled PET bottles
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Experience performance benefits that last the lifespan of a garment
Brand & retailer benefits
- Works in a variety of applications from activewear and denim to bedding
- Combines sustainable and advanced technical benefits for added value
- Build brand loyalty by offering permanent moisture-wicking performance
- Order free COOLMAX® brand hangtags to drive sell-through
Benefits
Mill benefits
- Offers fabric stability as well as wash and color fastness performance
- Enjoy fiber uniformity regardless of supply source
- Drive sales by offering fabrics with in demand benefits
- Certify your fabrics to enable customers to order free hangtags
Benefits
Eligible garment categories
- Activewear
- Outerwear
- Seamless
- Socks
- Underwear
- Uniforms
- Workwear
Categories
Boost your brand power
The COOLMAX® brand is in the top three of the most recognized cooling technology brands among consumers worldwide (Walnut Unlimited, 2019). Harness our high levels of consumer brand awareness and help drive purchase interest by promoting your use of COOLMAX® EcoMade technology.
Mills: Have your fabrics tested and certified, which gives your customers the ability to order COOLMAX® brand hangtags through the LYCRA ONE™ portal. Remember, the more garments retailers sell, the more fabric you sell, so encourage your customers to use hangtags in stores.
Brands: You can order free printed or virtual COOLMAX® brand swing tags quickly and easily on LYCRA ONE™. These tags explain each technology’s added value and performance benefits to drive garment sales. Or if you prefer, you can complete our Trademark Licensing Agreement to print your own co-branded hang tags and POS materials with pre-approved claims.
No other fiber manufacturer provides this level of marketing support to its customers. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing value-added service!
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