| It really doesn't matter who you are or what you do, | | | | breathable fabric but it does not wick moisture away |
| CoolMax fabric will enhance any performance from an | | | | from the skin instead it absorbs it leaving the fabric |
| everyday activity to extreme sports. Often when | | | | damp. Nylon will trap moisture and prevent airflow. It |
| people think about performance apparel they think of | | | | is best used with other fabrics and its claim to fame |
| mountain climbers or adventure racers, however this | | | | is its washability. Spandex is known for its ability to |
| fabric has benefits for everyone. This performance | | | | maintain shape and not for its ability to stay dry, |
| apparel has been gaining popularity over the last | | | | spandex will absorb moisture. Lastly, wool can absorb |
| decade due to continuous innovation and | | | | a large amount of moisture and keep you warm you |
| improvement. Dupont Textiles & Interiors now | | | | will not stay dry for long. None of these other fabrics |
| known as Invista and a subsidiary of DuPont is the | | | | have the ability to help regulate body temperature or |
| largest integrated fibers company in the world. They | | | | keep you dry with the same performance as |
| developed CoolMax in 1986 as the first fabric to have | | | | CoolMax. |
| a moisture management system. Sounds | | | | Innovation Helps Aging Women |
| complicated? Well its not. | | | | If you have ever had the opportunity to be around a |
| Inside CoolMax - What is it and how does it work? | | | | women who is suffering from menopause you would |
| CoolMax fabric removes moisture away from the | | | | know that it is unpleasant and characterized by |
| skin and transfers it through to the surface. That's it. | | | | intense heat flashes. CoolMax is being used by |
| That is the short definition of a moisture | | | | HotMama Sleepwear that is created by HotCool |
| management system. How does this happen? | | | | Wear to produce a sleepwear line that has the |
| CoolMax was created using four channel polyester | | | | capability to wick sweat away and keep women dry. |
| fibers that are weaved together in cross sections to | | | | This truly is an innovative market niche that was in |
| allow air to flow through the fabric. The term used to | | | | desperate need for a solution to an uncomfortable |
| describe the evaporation of moisture is called | | | | nights sleep. |
| 'wicking'. | | | | Enlistment Made Easier |
| Wicking its Way to Victory | | | | The Military has also taken advantage of the many |
| What does all of this mean? There is a list of | | | | benefits of CoolMax fabrics to ensure soldiers can |
| benefits for CoolMax fabric but there is one truly | | | | perform to their maximum abilities. The moisture |
| unique quality that makes it stand out from other | | | | management system and excellent breathability in this |
| performance clothing. CoolMax does not use | | | | fabric gives soldiers the advantage over long periods |
| chemically treated fabrics to create the moisture | | | | of time keeping them dry and cool in training and in |
| management system, instead the performance is built | | | | combat. This has resulted in increased energy levels |
| in due to the way it is constructed as described | | | | for better endurance and decreased heart rate for |
| above. Other performance clothing using chemically | | | | better concentration. |
| treated fabrics will wash away and deteriorate over | | | | Washability is a benefit that is least often spoken |
| time making them less effective. There are physical | | | | about. It is an important attribute especially for the |
| and psychological benefits. Listed below are the other | | | | military where lightweight, durable apparel that can |
| substantial benefits of the CoolMax breathability and | | | | withstand constant cleaning is important. Another |
| quick drying quality. | | | | advantage both industry and individuals is that |
| - Keeps skin dry and warm | | | | CoolMax fabric allows you to save energy and |
| - Durable | | | | protect the environment. The quick dry lightweight |
| - Lightweight | | | | fabric virtually eliminates the need for the dryer and |
| - Temperature regulating | | | | perfect when traveling. |
| - Keeps you hydrated by decreasing the need to | | | | Who is buying CoolMax |
| sweat | | | | CoolMax is a diverse product. You probably don't |
| - Decreased heart rate | | | | realize it but next time you are out shopping you will. |
| - Decreases exertion by increasing hydration and by | | | | They have created product lines for everyone, men, |
| maintaining body temperatures | | | | women and youth to accommodate a large range of |
| - Comfortable and form fitting | | | | activities. Their product lines include shirts, pants, |
| - Ideal for layering | | | | undergarments, hats, gloves, socks and backpacks. |
| From the everyday to the extraordinary | | | | Since 1986 DuPont's CoolMax fabric has changed the |
| There are three types of classifications for CoolMax | | | | performance of everyday people and performance |
| product lines. | | | | athletes. The physical benefits are the most notable |
| CoolMax Everyday | | | | and constantly spoken about, however it is important |
| This is casual wear that is soft, lightweight, | | | | to remember the psychological ones as well. Imagine |
| breathable and most of all comfortable. This line has | | | | if you were engaged in intense activity where you |
| allowed everyday clothing to be adaptable to | | | | were hydrated and cool. It is safe to say you would |
| changes in temperature and moisture levels on our | | | | have more endurance and a better overall sense of |
| bodies. | | | | wellness. |
| CoolMax Active | | | | Comfort VS Comfort |
| This line was created to enhance performance for | | | | There really is no definitive way to define comfort. Is |
| any activity regardless of the climate. This clothing | | | | it a frame of mind? Could it just be a momentary |
| was designed to be cooler for the active lifestyle and | | | | feeling? Every person will have their own unique way |
| it has the ability to wick away sweat and moisture to | | | | in which they define comfort. So how do you create |
| regulate body temperature. | | | | comfort and market it worldwide? You create a |
| CoolMax Extreme | | | | product that incorporates comfort with how people |
| Extreme athletes benefit from this technologically | | | | feel, how they performance and what psychological |
| advanced product line because of its advanced | | | | benefits they experience. This broad spectrum of |
| moisture management system. It not only has the | | | | advantages makes CoolMax applicable to any |
| ability to reduce skin temperature but it also can | | | | interpretation of comfort and most importantly it |
| decrease an athlete's heart rate and assist in | | | | produces results. CoolMax has made its mark in this |
| maintaining hydration. | | | | industry as a high performance fabric that has the |
| Comparing the Ordinary | | | | fastest drying time and most sophisticated moisture |
| The combination of CoolMax's moisture management | | | | management system. It truly has shown it can stand |
| system and its breathability is a winning combination | | | | above the rest. Everyday there are new ideas for |
| when compared to other fabrics like cotton, nylon, | | | | how this fabric can enhance people's lives not only in |
| wool and spandex. CoolMax has the fastest drying | | | | athletics but in everyday activities, and it is continually |
| time, and the most efficient movement of moisture | | | | on the rise. |
| from the skin and overall breathability. Cotton is a | | | | |