Textile Insight

58 • Textile Insight ~ Fall 2023 textileinsight.com F U N C T I O N A L FA B R I C FA I R FA L L / P O R T L A N D 2 0 2 3 I n the dynamic world of textile technology, Acteev stands out as a trailblazer. With its award-winning innovations, this brand is redefining how the industry perceives textiles. As Acteev expands beyond its anti-odor roots, it proudly unveils a suite of solutions tailored for a variety of applications. Acteev TOUGH: Crafted for the relentless and the resilient. Sustainability begins with durability, and this high-tenacity nylon 6,6 filament and staple fiber is designed to last in the most rugged environments. From workwear to footwear to tactical gear, Acteev TOUGH ensures longevity, reducing the frequency of replacements and minimizing landfill contributions. Acteev CLEAN: A boon for those who cherish cleanliness. This anti-static fiber is designed to repel pet hair, lint and dust, ensuring textiles remain in impeccable condition. With Acteev CLEAN, textiles resist the persistent fur of pets, offering a fresh experience for clothing, upholstery and more. Acteev FREE: The epitome of freshness. This flagship anti-odor line promises that garments stay odor-free, reducing the need for constant washing. This not only prolongs the life of textiles but also conserves precious water resources. Acteev MED: Revolutionizing healthcare textiles. From compression garments to wound care, Acteev MED is powered by a skin-soothing active ingredient, ensuring freshness and protection. Acteev BIOSERVE: Less footprint, same performance. This plant-based nylon reflects Acteev's commitment to the environment, allowing brands to achieve their sustainability goals without compromising performance. Nikki Huffman, the brand's business director, emphasizes the brand's adaptability and commitment to addressing specific needs. "Our textile scientists can work directly with brands to create a material that solves their customers' biggest challenges," Huffman says. "For example, a maker of athleisure might want a no-odor garment that can go from gym to street while also repelling pet hair at home. We can combine our technologies to deliver that, and even make it plant-based and with a low carbon footprint." Through strategic partnerships with eco-brands like Coalatree and OOMLA, Acteev intertwines sustainability with top-tier performance. Acteev FREE ensures textiles remain fresh, leading to significant water savings. Acteev's journey is ever-evolving. With continuous innovation and a vision for a sustainable future, it's setting new industry standards. Visit us at Stand 132 acteev.com Revolutionizing Textiles: Introducing Acteev's Innovations ACTEEV-10-23-01.indd 1 ACTEEV-10-23-01.indd 1 10/18/23 4:07 PM 10/18/23 4:07 PM C omfort is one of the most important aspects consumers want in their apparel, and performance cooling fabric is becoming a year-round wardrobe staple. No longer just a hot weather item, cooling fabric is now an essential ingredient even when the mercury dips. brrr° cooling fabric combines the powers of natural cooling minerals, active wicking, and rapid drying to draw heat and moisture away from your skin. It's called the brrr° Triple Chill Effect ® , and it delivers a fresh and crisp experience. While supporting your body's natural thermoregulation when you get too hot, brrr° also helps evaporate sweat faster to keep you dry and comfortable — no matter the weather or temperature. "brrr° is a year-round ingredient for comfort and confidence, especially when you are exercising, adventuring outdoors, or simply going about your daily active lifestyle," said Mary-Cathryn Kolb, Founder and CEO of brrr°. Lab tested and proven Every brrr° fabric is scientifically tested by independent third-party labs to prove that it keeps you cooler and outperforms other brands. For maximum cooling power, brrr° Pro amplifies the cooling effect with enhanced cooling fibers, hyper wicking, and performance drying. brrr° Recycled is a sustainable fabric made with recycled content, which diverts waste from landfills and reduces the need for virgin material. Because brrr° is a permanent part of the structure of the yarn, the cooling effect lasts for the lifetime of the garment and won't ever fade or wash out over time the way sprays and coatings do. Essential for year-round comfort Many brands are using brrr° in a wide range of apparel, including garments intended for outdoor activities during the cooler months and transitional base layers that are versatile for fall and spring bumper seasons. Strafe Outerwear uses brrr° in lightweight technical hoodies and jogger pants, which are great for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. FORLOH has a line of pants, long- sleeved shirts, and hoodies made with brrr° for ultimate comfort. BRADY Brand by retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady uses brrr° in golf pants, polos and t-shirts that are great for layering. Adidas offers polos and henley polos for men, plus sleeveless polos for women that are year-round wardrobe utility players. Casual and lifestyle brands also use brrr° to elevate the performance and comfort of wardrobe staples. Southern Tide's brrr° collection of polos, hoodies, and button-down shirts are great transitional and layering pieces, and Genteal Apparel has a line of brrr° polos. Visit us at Stand 223 Learn More at brrr.com brrr° Cooling Fabric Brings Year-Round Comfort Scientifically lab tested and proven to keep you cooler. Cooling minerals Active wicking Rapid drying X X Functional Fabric Fair Oregon Convention Center Portland, Oregon (U.S.) Nov. 1-2 Booth #223 www.brrr.com

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