technical textiles

• Technical textiles


  • Rhovyl
  • Nomex
  • Kevlar
• Technical textiles


  • Engineered with specific performance characteristics that suit a particular purpose or function
• Rhovyl


  A non-flammable, synthetic fibre which is crease resistant, has good thermal and acoustic properties, is anti-bacterial and comfortable to wear
• Nomex


  An aramid synthetic fibre primarily used where resistant to heat and flames is essential, typically in firefighters' uniforms and racing car drivers clothes
• Nomex


  • Extremely strong and can withstand the most extreme conditions
• Kevlar


  A lightweight, flexible and extremely durable aramid fibre that has excellent resistance to heat, corrosion and damage from chemicals at a high tensile strength-to-weight ratio
• Uses of Kevlar


  • Police body armour, where the fibre is woven in a lattice that provides protection against knife attack