FABRIC TECHNOLOGIES
FOR WORKWEAR & PROTECTIVE
APPARELIn order to meet the extensive and specific
needs of wearers in the workwear market today, INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand team has worked in conjunction with authorised fabric
producers to develop innovative fabrics which provide a wide range of benefits.
EXCEPTIONAL ABRASION RESISTANCE The INVISTA nylon 6.6 fibre used in CORDURA® fabrics has a melting point of 254˚C (commodity nylon 6 has a melt temperature of 219˚C). This high melting point is believed to provide CORDURA® fabric with the ability to withstand high levels of friction generated heat whilst maintaining fabric integrity.
Whilst the melt temperature of polyester is similar to that of nylon 6.6 fibre, it requires significantly less frictional energy to arrive at the melt point. HIGH TENSILE & TEAR STRENGTHCotton is an intrinsically weak fibre when compared to nylon 6.6. Testing shows that fabrics based on nylon 6.6 fibre have higher levels of tensile and tear strength compared fabrics made from other core fibres used in fabrics for workwear.
DURABILITYCORDURA® FABRICS ARE SYNONYMOUS WITH DURABILITY AND RECOGNISED AS FABRICS OF CHOICE FOR TOUGH AND RUGGED WORK CONDITIONS.
MAINTAINING GARMENT INTEGRITYThe exceptional abrasion resistance and tear strength of nylon 6.6 based CORDURA® fabrics can lead to a lower propensity for holes forming in garments, which in turn means a lower propensity to rips and tears. Garments can, therefore, retain their original appearance for long periods of time and as a result repair costs are likely to be reduced.
COLOUR FASTNESS, SHRINKAGE AND PILLINGCORDURA® fabrics for workwear and protective apparel are tested under the toughest of conditions in order to meet the many and varied performance requirements demanded of garments in the workwear market.
CORDURA® fabrics have been developed in accordance with the exacting fabric standards for workwear as devised by the European Textile Service Association (ETSA). These standards demand very high levels of performance when considering characteristics such as shrinkage, pilling and colour fastness in addition to fabric durability when garments are washed at high temperature.
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Manufactured by authorised fabric producers around the world, the principal CORDURA® fabric collections for workwear & protective apparel use INVISTA’s high tenacity nylon 6.6 fibre technology and are demonstrably more durable compared to other typical workwear fabrics based on cotton, polyester and nylon 6 fibres.
DURABILITYCORDURA® FABRIC TECHNOLOGIES FOR WORKWEAR & PROTECTIVE APPAREL
iFABRICS FOR SPECIALAPPLICATIONS - CORDURA® HP HI VIS fabric- CORDURA® fabrics with FR/Antistatic finish
iCOMFORTABLY DURABLE WORKWEAR FABRICS- CORDURA® NYCO fabric - CORDURA® Denim fabric - CORDURA® Naturalle™ fabric - CORDURA® Baselayer fabric
iFABRICS FOR GARMENT REINFORCEMENT- CORDURA® Classic fabric- Solution-Dyed CORDURA® Classic fabric- CORDURA® Lite fabric
iFABRICS FOR SAFETY FOOTWEAR - CORDURA® AFT fabrics- CORDURA® Classic fabrics
CORDURA® CLASSIC FABRICCORDURA® Classic fabrics are mainly available in four principle fabric weights, all produced using 100% CORDURA® brand qualifying nylon 6.6 yarn that is air jet textured to offer enhanced abrasion resistance and a particular aesthetic appearance. Fabrics are primarily based on plain weaves although other woven constructions such as rip stops are readily available. CORDURA® Classic fabrics are also available in nylon 6.6 / para-aramid blends.
MEETS EN471 CONTRAST 2003 IN A RANGE OF COLOURS. Garments washed in the industrial laundry environment can be reinforced with CORDURA® Classic fabrics that meet EN471 Contrast 2003. As a result, wearer protection can be enhanced and industrial laundry performance will be optimised. CORDURA® Classic fabrics can now be used as reinforcements in garments made for specific manufacturing, construction and public utility sectors where industrial laundry requirements often need to be met.
STRETCH FUNCTIONALITYCORDURA® Classic is available in a 2-way stretch version (280 and 370 g/m2) using INVISTA’s LYCRA® T400® yarn to provide greater comfort in garments such as across the seat of a trouser and the shoulders of a jacket. CORDURA® Classic fabrics using more conventional LYCRA® fibre stretch technology are already used in markets such as motorcycle apparel.
GARMENT REINFORCEMENT
Photos above are Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) >300X magnification showing front and side views of a typical 1000d air textured nylon CORDURA® Classic fabric.
CORDURA® FABRICS ARE WIDELY USED TO PROVIDE REINFORCEMENT TO THOSE PARTS OF GARMENTS MOST LIKELY TO BE SUBJECTED TO AGGRESSIVE LOCALISED ABRASION.
CORDURA® Classic Fabric RangeFor Reinforcement Uncoated Weight*
1000d CORDURA® Classic fabric 280 g/m2
700d CORDURA® Classic fabric 255 g/m2
500d CORDURA® Classic fabric 230 g/m2
330d CORDURA® Classic fabric 200 g/m2
*fabrics available both coated and uncoated
CORDURA® CLASSIC FABRIC USING SOLUTION-DYED NYLON Solution-Dyed CORDURA® Classic fabrics are manufactured using INVISTA’s specialty nylon 6.6 yarns. These fabrics offer innovative alternatives to standard CORDURA® Classic workwear reinforcement fabrics.
KEY ADVANTAGES: · Matt lustre - reduced shine and reflectance· Excellent batch-to-batch shade matching· Superb high temperature industrial laundry wash fastness· Enhanced resistance to sunlight UV fade and strength loss· Dyeing process uses less water and energy compared to piece dyed fabric Innovative fabric designs can be developed using solution-dyed fabric technology such as:2-tone CORDURA® Classic fabricsCORDURA® fabrics containing “reflective” yarns
CORDURA® LITE FABRICSCORDURA® Lite fabrics are primarily used as garment reinforcement fabrics and have high strength to weight ratios. Being based on the high tenacity nylon 6.6 yarns, (80-84 cN/tex) used for the construction of air bags, these fabrics offer excellent tear and tensile strength. The nylon used in these fabrics is stronger than steel.
The key offering in the CORDURA® Lite fabric collection for reinforcement is a 420 denier dobby fabric at 260 g/m2. The latest development is a 315 denier dobby version at 220 g/m2. Other fabric constructions are also available.
GARMENT REINFORCEMENT iGarments featuring CORDURA® fabric reinforcements are worn by tradespeople such as electricians, builders, carpenters and plumbers. Most commonly reinforced areas: knees, trouser hems and seats, shoulders, pockets and elbows.
CORDURA® NYCO FABRICCORDURA® NYCO fabrics are based on intimate spun blends of INVISTA’s T420 nylon 6.6 fibre and cotton to provide the ultimate in both durability and comfort. The fabrics are particularly suitable for those environments where working conditions are at their most harsh and where a high stress will be placed on the garments. The high cotton content not only provides comfort to the wearer but also protection in those environments where a high degree of soiling is prevalent
NYCO 50/50 Original range based on a 50:50 intimate spun blend of nylon 6.6 and cotton.
TYPICAL ABRASION PERFORMANCE OF COTTON-BLENDED WORKWEAR FABRICS†Martindale Abrasion EN ISO 12947-2 Standard Woollen Abrasion with 12KPa weight Test stopped at 250,000 rubs
NYCO 25/75 Focused on fabrics based on a 25:75 intimate spun blend of nylon 6.6 and cotton. The spun yarn process and fabric finishing is controlled to optimize the performance of these cotton rich fabrics to give exceptional durability.
BENEFITS:· Exceptional abrasion resistance – minimum 3 times that of competitive polyester/cotton workwear fabrics*· Comfort benefits of a cotton-rich fabric whilst offering exceptional durability · Excellent dimensional stability – designed to meet ETSA industrial laundry dimensional stability standards**· Light-weight without compromising on durability.
* Test Method: Martindale AbrasionEN ISO 12947-2 Standard Woollen Abrasion with 12 KPa weight ** ISO 15797- 5 washes to procedure 8 for coloured workwear at 75˚C
COMFORTABLY DURABLE WORKWEAR FABRICSCORDURA® FABRICS DEVELOPED FOR NEXT-TO-SKIN APPLICATIONS OFFER DURABLE PERFORMANCE COMBINED WITH KEY COMFORT BENEFITS.
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- 390 g/m2 2/1 Canvas and 3/1 Drill
- 340 g/m2 2/1 Canvas
- 325 g/m2 2/2 Serge and 3/1 Drill
- 315 g/m2 2/1 Canvas
- 280 g/m2 2/1 Twill and 2/2 Serge
- 275 g/m2 2/2 Canvas
- 245 g/m2 2/1 Twill, 2/2 Serge and 2/2 Canvas
- 230 g/m2 2/2 Canvas
- 215 g/m2 Mechanical stretch rip stop
50% INVISTA T420 / 50% Cotton
- 250 g/m2 2x1 Twill
- 220 g/m2 Rip Stop
† Fabrics supplied by Penfabric and tested, in an independent laboratory, July 2012.
COMFORTABLY DURABLE WORKWEAR FABRICS
i These fabrics are worn by workers such as those in
manufacturing, construction, maintenance, service
engineering, transportation and warehousing roles.
CORDURA® NATURALLE™ FABRICThe CORDURA® Naturalle™ fabric collection has been developed using a range of nylon 6.6 full dull yarns. These high tenacity nylon 6.6 yarns provide a cotton-like aesthetic with excellent abrasion and tear resistance.
The CORDURA® Naturalle™ fabric collection offers a broad range of plain weave and rip-stop multi-functional fabrics.
CORDURA® BASELAYER FABRICCORDURA® Baselayer fabrics are knitted constructions based on a 40:60 blend of INVISTA T420 nylon 6.6 high tenacity staple fibre and cotton. Tests on 135 g/m2 (4.0 oz) fabrics demonstrate:
· Greater strength to weight ratio than 100% cotton · Exceptional abrasion resistance.· Superior moisture management to 100% cotton.· No Melt-No Drip performance when exposed to low level thermal threats.
50-200 g/m2 non-stretch fabrics (including SUPPLEX® blends)
90-240 g/m2 laminated fabrics (including stretch)
130-360 g/m2 fabrics in 2 or 4 way stretch (including SUPPLEX® blends)
160-240 g/m2 fabric blends with COOLMAX® fibre in 2 or 4 way stretch
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4.oz./yd260/40 CORDURA® Baselayer
CORDURA® DENIM FABRICThese fabrics offer a durable performance denim solution for garments worn in working environments. CORDURA®
Denim fabrics are likely to be worn by tradespeople such as builders, plumbers, electricians and carpenters.
3 MAIN COLLECTIONS:
LATEST CORDURA® DENIM FABRIC DEVELOPMENTS INCLUDE:
435 g/m2 (12.5 oz.) 25% INVISTA T420 / 75% Cotton Warp and Para-Aramid weft This CORDURA® Denim fabric meets EN 13595-1: 2002 - Zone 3 Level 1
355 g/m2 (12.5 oz.) 20% INVISTA T420 / 80% Cotton Warp and COOLMAX® with LYCRA® fibre weft This CORDURA® Denim fabric offers enhanced moisture management performance.
375 g/m2 (11 oz.) 25% INVISTA T420 / 75% Cotton (warp & weft)
HARD WORKING COMFORTCORDURA® DENIM FABRICS OFFER THE AUTHENTIC LOOK, COMFORT AND FEEL OF TRADITIONAL 100% COTTON DENIM WITH BUILT-IN LONG-LASTING DURABILITY.
Denim fabric vs 100% Cotton Denim fabricMartindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947-2:1999 Standard Woollen Abrasion with 12KPa weight
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CORDURA® Denim465 g/m2
100% Cotton Denim 465 g/m2
12% INVISTA T420 / 88% Cotton
325 g/m2 (9.5 oz.)
375 g/m2 (11 oz.)
465 g/m2 (13.75 oz.)
25% INVISTA T420 / 75% Cotton Warp and 100% LYCRA® T400® weft
340 g/m2 (10 oz.)
425 g/m2 (12.5 oz.)
25% INVISTA T420 / 75% Cotton Warp and elastane cotton core spun weft
295 g/m2 (8.5 oz)
355 g/m2 (10.5 oz.)
CORDURA® DENIM FABRIC VS 100% COTTON DENIM FABRICMartindale Abrasion BS EN ISO 12947-2:1999Standard Woollen Abrasion with 12KPa weight Test stopped at 250,000 rubs
i CORDURA® Denim fabric is four times more
abrasion resistant than comparable weight
traditional 100% cotton denim fabric.
HARD WORKING COMFORT
CORDURA® Denim fabric 465 g/m2
100% Cotton Denim fabric465 g/m2
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ABRASION RESISTANCE WEAR SAMPLES AFTER 2000 CYCLES
FABRICS FOR FOOTWEARCORDURA® AFT FABRICSCORDURA® AFT fabrics are made using warp knit technology and are increasingly used in trekking, military and law enforcement footwear where durability and breathability are two key performance parameters. The CORDURA® AFT warp knit fabric is used in conjunction with a breathable non-woven felt to provide a durable, breathable and water repellent outer shell system. The collection includes a range of 3D mesh fabrics.
All CORDURA® AFT fabrics are tested to meet minimum brand standards in tensile strength, abrasion and snagging performance.
CORDURA® CLASSIC FABRICSCORDURA® CLASSIC fabrics are extensively used in foam and felt laminated forms to offer durability to the outer shells of light weight safety footwear.
Photo is a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) showing a front view of a CORDURA® AFT fabric.
Breathability
Airflow
CORDURA® AFT FABRIC
CORDURA® AFT FABRICLAMINATE SYSTEM
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FABRICS FOR FOOTWEAR
FABRICS FOR PROTECTIVE APPARELCORDURA® HP HI-VIS FABRICSCORDURA® HP HI-VIS fabrics are high performance fabrics which meet specific EU norms for high visibility personal protective equipment and clothing. These fabrics are primarily targeted for use as garment reinforcement, but can also be used for bags, packs and accessories.
220 g/m2 CORDURA® HP Hi-Vis fabric is available in the key high visibility colours of yellow, orange and red, all in accordance with EN471.
Hi-Vis fabrics are used in garments and accessories for those working in the security services, road, rail and other infrastructure building and maintenance, outdoor sites and emergency and rescue services.
CORDURA® FABRIC WITH FR / ANTISTATIC FINISHLauffenmuehle Ultimate fabrics featuring CORDURA® brand technology are offered in a range of weights. All fabrics are treated with flame retardant finish technology. The range provides protection against flash fires, sparks and molten metal splash in industries such as petrochemicals (exploration, refining and delivery), welding, grinding and smelting. The range also provides protection for those involved in the security services (armed forces, police).
The fabrics all comply with ISO 11611, ISO 11612, ISO 14116. The Ultimate LFR series of fabrics can be manufactured to comply with EN 13034 - protection against liquid chemicals. Ultimate LFR Startec fabrics also comply with EN 1149/5 and the Ultimate LFR Startec 340 g/m2 fabric is also certified to EN 61482-1-2 (Class 1; 4kA) * Fabrics available depending on certain minimum requirements.
Ultimate LFR 360 g/m2 10% Invista T420 / 90% Cotton
Ultimate LFR Startec 340 g/m2 20% Invista T420 / 79% Cotton / 1% CF
Ultimate LFR Startec 290 g/m2 * 20% Invista T420 / 79% Cotton / 1% CF
Ultimate LFR Startec 260 g/m2 * 20% Invista T420 / 79% Cotton / 1% CF
EUROPEAN REGIONINVISTA Textiles (UK) LtdErmin Street, BrockworthGloucester GL3 4HPUKContact: Tim AnsonTel: +44 (0)1452 633789Email: [email protected]
NORTH AMERICAINVISTA - Performance Surfaces & Materials 4501 Access Road Chattanooga, TN. 37415USACall 423 875 7386Email: [email protected]
ASIA PACIFIC REGIONINVISTA Shanghai21F, K11 Hongkong New World Tower,No. 300 Huaihai Road (M), Shanghai ChinaTel: +86 21 6387 6666Email: [email protected]
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PRODUCTS MADE WITH CORDURA® FABRICS QUALIFY FOR CORDURA® BRAND HANGTAGS & SEW-IN LABELS
Products and garments made with CORDURA® fabrics can qualify for CORDURA® brand hangtags and sew-in labels.
We offer a range of label and tag designs. For more information about the CORDURA® brand labelling program or to order tags and labels for your products please visit our website
www.hangtags.invista.com
For more details about the comprehensive range of CORDURA® brand fabrics for workwear and protective apparel and contact information for authorized fabric producers please visit
www.CORDURA.com
