Simple, made better.
The warmth of down, without the feathers.
We took on the challenge of reproducing the warmth of down without feathers to create PUFFERTECH high-performance insulation. Working hand-in-hand with Toray Industries, we spent about 10 years developing a synthetic insulation that contains plenty of air to achieve unprecedented levels of lightness and warmth.
We took on the challenge of reproducing the warmth of down without feathers to create PUFFERTECH high-performance insulation. Working hand-in-hand with Toray Industries, we spent about 10 years developing a synthetic insulation that contains plenty of air to achieve unprecedented levels of lightness and warmth.
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Air, the secret to warmth.
How do we achieve the lightness and warmth of down, without the feathers? After 10 years of joint development with Toray Industries, we created PUFFERTECH – high-performance insulation made from ultra-fine fibres. Each fibre is hollow and has a spring-like 3D shape, trapping air and warmth.
Moisture-resistant warmth.
When down jackets get wet, they can lose volume and warmth and take a long time to dry. PUFFERTECH is resistant to moisture absorption, so it can maintain sufficient warmth even in environments with humidity of 90% or more. Thanks to its 3D structure, PUFFERTECH easily returns to its original volume, even when wet.
Inspired by lotus leaves
Thanks to Toray’s NANODESIGN technology, our PUFFERTECH jackets are also water-repellent thanks to their coiled fibre structure. Weaving fabric from these yarns creates an irregular surface similar to that of a lotus leaf – creating a layer of air between water droplets and the fabric so they roll off easily.
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Washable kids' clothing for winter.
Making outerwear for children meant we worked with Toray to create lightweight insulation that holds plenty of warm air, while also being easy to care for. We also made sure the zip was easy to use while wearing gloves, and added a chin guard and a name tag.
