specialty yarns

SPECIALTY YARNS
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PERFORMANCE YARNS
NATURAL WARMTH
INSULATION
CAPTURING BODY HEAT FOR
EXCEPTIONAL WARMING RESULTS
Like a cup of espresso on a cool winter’s day, NILIT® Heat nylon 6.6 yarn, made with coffee
charcoal, warms wearers from the inside out, for maximum comfort and performance all day
long. Wearers enjoy a comfortable sweat-free sensation due to the excellent absorption and
moisture management provided by the fibers.
• Superior thermo insulation – Added as an inside layer of fabric, NILIT HEAT yarn maintains the body’s natural
warm temperature
• Anti-bacterial properties – Naturally provided by the carbon coffee in the fibers
• Deodorizing effect – The carbon coffee absorbs and effectively neutralizes odors
• Environmentally friendly – Coffee charcoal is created from coffee bean shell residue – a natural surplus
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Hosiery
Socks
Tights and leggings
Sportswear
Underwear
Winterwear
Base layer
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
NILIT® Heat is available in the following Dtex counts:
• 44/34/1-2, 78/68/1-2
THE NILIT HEAT EFFECT ON THE BODY
additive inside
the fiber
skin
body heat
garment
Fabrics made with NILIT® Heat conserve & maintain
natural body heat to keep the wearer warm.
• The wearer’s body emits heat, which is absorbed in
the coffee charcoal embedded in the yarn.
• The specially composed coffee charcoal, together
with an oxide additive integrated in the yarn,
absorbs the body heat and captures it for an
extended period of time.
Proven to keep wearers warmer
Several tests were conducted in three global labs
(TTRI - Taiwan, Centexbel - Belgium, and SGS - Switzerland).
The tests were performed on NILIT HEAT yarn fabric
with the coffee charcoal additive, and a reference fabric
without the additive.
Identical tests were performed on dyed and
non-dyed fabrics.
THE RESULTS:
The fabric knitted with NILIT Heat yarn,showed an increase of 10°C (50°F) to the reference fabric.
THE COOLING COMFORT FIBER
LIKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR, THE REVOLUTIONARY NILIT® BREEZE
NYLON 6.6 COOLING YARN KEEPS WEARERS FEELING REFRESHED AND
COMFORTABLE WHEN THE TEMPERATURES RISE.
• Cooling effect – Helps maintain a comfortable body temperature during/after physical performance and in
hot weather
• Facilitates optimal physical performance by providing efficient ventilation
• A high-drape fabric achieved by an innovative cross section and fine yarn count
• UV Protection – Results from the unique polymer
• Ultra-soft hand feel, providing a smooth sensation on the body
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Sportswear
Shapewear
Lingerie
Hosiery
Outerwear
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
Available as textured and flat yarns:
• Textured dtex: 44/34/1-2 and 78/68/1-2
• Flat dtex: 13/4 and 17/4
THE MAKING OF A BUILT-IN AIRY SENSATION
THE COOLING EFFECT OF NILIT® BREEZE
DERIVES FROM A COMBINATION OF
THREE FACTORS:
HEAT RELEASE
YARN
UV PROTECTION
[ fabric ]
> Flat cross section structure – The wide
surface area quickly transfers body heat
> Unique polymer which includes
inorganic micron particles – Increases
surface area and forms small channels
to promote cooling
[ skin ]
COOLING EFFECT
FIBER'S
CROSS SECTION
> Special texturizing process – Creates
a low-bulk yarn which gives garments
maximum breathability and ventilation
NILIT® BREEZE has been independently tested and proven to lower body temperature by Centexbel Textile Research
Center in Belgium. A copy of the lab report is available upon request
ENERGY FROM THE
INSIDE OUT!
ENERGY FROM THE INSIDE-OUT
NILIT INNERGY INVIGORATES THE BODY, ENHANCES PERFORMANCE IN
SPORTS AND INCREASES WELL-BEING. IT MAY ALSO HELP TO REDUCE
THE APPEARANCE OF CELLULITE.
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Enhances muscle elasticity for better performance and improves muscle recovery after exercising
Improves stimulation via body heating
The gentle heat emitted by the fibers invigorates the body and may help to reduce the appearance of cellulite
Durable and long-lasting – repeated washing will not decrease the FIR emissivity
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Sportswear
Medical socks & gloves
Shapers
Hosiery
Lingerie
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• 44/34, 44/34/1-2, 78/68/1-2
FIR-GENERATING FIBER
> Nylon 6.6 fiber with a built-in, naturally occurring mineral additive that creates FIR emissions
> Proven efficiency – Independent external laboratory testing* has confirmed the increased emissivity of
far infrared rays back to the body
> Proven antibacterial properties**
> Proven UV protection**
FABRIC
FAR
INFRARED
RAYS
HUMAN
BODY
Converts the naturally occurring
thermo energy of the human body
into: Far Infrared Rays (FIR)
Reflects it back to the
body causing
deep, gentle heating
* Independent Labs - Hua Mao Nano-Tech Co., Ltd (Taiwan) and Centexbel Verviers ( Belgium)
** Independent labs – SGS Textile Laboratory (Taiwan) and Testex, AG (Switzerland)
INFRARED
RAYS
The gentle heat emitted by the
fibers invigorates the body, enhances
muscle elasticity and may help to
reduce the appearance of cellulite.
PLAY IT DRY
& WIN IN COMFORT
THE NEW GENERATION IN MOISTURE MANAGMENT
Today's active lifestyles require garments that can stand up to stress, are easy to maintain, and keep the wearer
comfortable. NILIT® Aquarius fiber transports moisture away from the skin, through the garment and out
toward the air to keep wearer feeling comfortable and dry.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 1
triple-T cross-section
increased surface
fast absorption
FIGURE 2
micro channels
capillary effect
mechanical wicking
FIGURE 3
engineered fiber in garment
unique hydrophilic properties
high-speed evaporation
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Activewear
Sportswear
Dancewear
Legwear
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• 44/34/1-2, 78/68/1-2
IT'S TESTED AND PROVEN
The graphs below clearly illustrate the advantages of NILIT® Aquarius yarns in wicking, absorbing and
evaporating moisture. The fiber actually accelerates 1/ the removal of perspiration and moisture away
from the body and 2/ penetration into the garment and 3/ further evaporation out into the air.
Absorption Time (sec)
Wicking Test (cm/10min)
Drying (min)
8
16
90
7
14
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
6
12
5
10
4
8
3
6
2
4
1
2
0
0
Profiled Standard Cotton Nilit®
Aquarius
PE
PE
Standard Cotton Profiled Nylon Nilit®
Aquarius
PE
PE
Cotton Standard Nylon Profiled Nilit®
PE
PE Aquarius
LET THAT FRESH FEELING
WORK FOR YOU
HIGH-PERFORMANCE ANTIBACTERIAL
YARN WITH FEEL-GOOD PROPERTIES
Active, outdoor lifestyles call for high-performance wear that acts against body odor for
increased comfort, confidence and cleanliness, day and night.
NILIT® Bodyfresh antibacterial yarn is the ideal solution. It helps keep wearers fresh during
hot weather and active workouts, freeing them from bacteria and odors and keeping them
confident and comfortable.
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Reduces the growth of odor-causing bacteria that come into contact with the garment
Microfiber yarn delivers a smooth, comfortable feeling
Extremely durable, standing up to rough treatment
Maintains its odor-fighting properties through numerous washings
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Outdoor wear
Activewear
Sportswear
Intimate apparel
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• 22/7, 40/40, 60/60, 22/10/1, 40/40/1-2
PROVEN ANTIBACTERIAL EFFICACY
NILIT® BODYFRESH’s “feel-good” properties are delivered through the addition of a special additive.
The effectiveness of its antibacterial activity on dyed yarns has been clearly proven.*
99.999
% reduction of odor-causing
bacteria in the garment
99.99
99.9
99
1 10 2030 40 50
number of washes
* Testing performed by the Hohenstein Institute.
Certificate available upon request.
FASHION FIBERS
BLACK DIAMOND
THE PRECIOUS YARN
SOFT, SPARKLING
SOPHISTICATION IN NYLON 6.6
Add an intriguing sparkle to your designs with NILIT®
Black Diamond yarn. Like a star-filled night, this
innovative nylon 6.6 yarn glistens with a delicate,
refined shine. Perfect for 3-D hosiery and fashionable
knitted garments, NILIT® Black Diamond may be dyed
with other colors and sewn "inside-out" to create new
colorful bright effects in the final product.
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Delicate shine – A soft sparkle in black and a variety of colors and shades
Perfect for 3-D hosiery – Hugs, shapes and caresses the legs
Super soft touch – Fine, luxurious sensation
Rich design possibilities – Dyeable and reversible for special effects
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Hosiery and legwear
Intimate apparel
Fashion apparel
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• Elastane 17 dtex covered (22/7 Bright Trilobal + 44/34/1 NILIT® Black)
• Elastane 17 dtex covered (17/3 bright Trilobal + 44/34/1 NILIT®Black)
THE CUTTING EDGE OF FASHION FOR ALL DAY GLAMOUR
NILIT® BLACK DIAMOND IS MADE WITH NILIT® BLACK DOPE-DYED NYLON 6.6 YARN
COVERED WITH A SPECIAL, BRIGHT FLAT YARN. THIS COMBINATION CREATES A
SPARKLING EFFECT WITH A SOFT HANDLE. DYEABLE AND REVERSIBLE.
THE LOOK OF LUXURY
LUXURIOUS SHINE IN
A TEXTURED FIBER
NILIT® BRITEX TEXTURED NYLON 6.6 YARN ADDS
SHINE AND BRIGHTNESS TO ANY GARMENT.
Fabrics knitted with NILIT® Britex have a luminous luster, a luxurious feel
and a beautiful drape that add softness, glamour and a touch of fashion
for a wide range of applications.
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Rich color – High dyeing regularity
Soft hand feel – Supple, smooth touch
Easy styling – Creates fabrics with rich drape and endless design possibilities
Built-in versatility – Can be knitted with or without spandex for support and comfort in one garment
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate apparel
Hosiery and legwear
Lingerie
Activewear
Sportswear
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
NILIT Britex is available in the following dtex counts:
• 22/7/1, 44/34/1-2, 78/48/1-2
HOW WE ADD THE BRIGHTNESS
THE GLAMOROUS SHEEN OF THE NILIT BRITEX FIBER COMES FROM A UNIQUE
TEXTURING PROCESS. WITH NILIT® BRITEX, FABRICS HAVE THE SOFTNESS OF A
TEXTURED FIBER AND THE BRIGHTNESS OF A FLAT YARN.
NILIT's WORLD
OF COLORS
ONE DYE PROCESS DIFFERENT COLORS
ONE DYE PROCESS DIFFERENT COLORS
JUMP INTO A WORLD OF COLORFUL RESULTS
NILIT® offers a range of sophisticated polymers formulated to produce fibers that yield distinctly
colorful effects in one regular dye process.
UNI UE COLOR SOLUTIONS
DEEP COLOR EFFECTS
Absorbs the dye in its richest and deepest form
Rejects the dye uptake and creates a delicate, light
shade of color
TONE-SUR-TONE MÉLANGE
DUO-COLORED HEATHER
Two distinct yarns that together create in the dyeing
process a perfect contrasting heather effect
Tone-on-tone melange effects infuse a cottony look and feel
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Fashion wear
Knitted products
Activewear
Intimate apparel
Socks and hosiery
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
NILIT® COLORWISE - 22/10/1, 44/34/1, 44/34/2
NILIT® PASTELLE - 22/10/1, 44/34/1, 44/34/2
NILIT® ARAFELLE - 22/15/2, 44/34/2, 78/68/2
NILIT® DUELLE - 44/34/2
BREAKTHROUGH FORMULATIONS FOR COLORFUL EFFECTS TO FORMULATE THESE SPECIALTY
YARNS, WE STARTED FROM A SIMPLE PREMISE: "OPPOSITES ATTRACT." WE MODIFIED OUR NILIT®
PASTELLE AND NILIT® COLORWISE TEXTURED NYLON 6.6 YARNS TO RECEIVE COLORS DIFFERENTLY.
NILIT® COLORWISE
NILIT® PASTELLE
NILIT® ARAFELLE
NILIT® DUELLE
• NILIT® Pastelle rejects regular acidic colorants and accepts special cationic colorants to produce light delicate tones
• NILIT® Colorwise behaves exactly the opposite to produce deep rich color
• The results: simply stunning color from a single dye bath
& NILIT SUPER MICROFIBER
SOFTNESS BY DESIGN
NILIT® Softex and NILIT® Super Microfiber Nylon 6.6
yarns give fabrics an extra soft feel and a natural
second-skin effect. These fibers are available in
a variety of lusters and in multi-filament flat
and textured yarn counts. NILIT® Softex and
NILIT® Super Microfiber yarns bring long lasting
performance to a wide range of products.
NILIT® Softex
• Contains the finest nylon 6.6 filaments ever produced – 0.58 DPF
• Naturally breathable – for effective moisture management
• Provides UVB and UVA protection
• Rich coloration—for beautiful, comfortable, easy care fabrics
NILIT® Super Microfiber
• Extra soft feel for a “second skin” effect
• Creates fabrics with maximum lightness and an ultra light soft handle
• Provides comfort, wearability and perfect drape
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Opaque hosiery
Intimate apparel
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• NILIT® Softex: Refer to NILIT Product Catalog
• NILIT® Super Microfiber: Refer to NILIT Product Catalog
Activewear
A SHEER EXPERIENCE
IN FINE HOSIERY
A SHEER EXPERIENCE IN FINE HOSIERY
NILIT ® EVERSHEER FIBER STRETCHES THE LIMITS OF NYLON 6.6 TO
DELIVER THE PERFECT YARN FOR PANTYHOSE:
LIGHT WEIGHT AND DEFINING; SHEER AND TOUGH.
NILIT® EverSheer hugs the legs with elegance and with superb resilience, delivering the perfect experience to
consumers while being cost efficient in production.
• High durability and ultra-sheerness in one
• Silky-smooth and uniform, without picks – Delivering a comfortable, smooth touch
• Cost efficient
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Hosiery
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
NILIT® Eversheer is available in the following Dtex counts: 13/7, 17/5, 19/7
SPECIALLY ENGINEERED FOR COVERING SPANDEX
THIS SPECIALLY ENGINEERED FIBER, WITH A MODIFIED NYLON 6.6 POLYMER, OFFERS INDUCED
SHRINKAGE PROPERTIES FOR EMBRACING SPANDEX BETTER THAN EVER BEFORE.
YARN TYPE
BOILING WATER SHRINKAGE (BWS) %
NILIT® EVERSHEER
STANDARD NYLON 6.6 (TWO STAGE)
STANDARD FLAT NYLON 6.6 (ONE STAGE)
23
9
6
COST-EFFECTIVE PRODUCTION
NILIT® EverSheer enables a reduction in T.P.M. during the covering process, lowering production costs by 12-15%.
EFFECTIVENESS OF NILIT® EVERSHEER
22 DTEX SPANDEX SC 13/7
NILIT® EVERSHEER
22 DTEX SPANDEX DC 8/5
22 DTEX SPANDEX SC 11/7
As shown in the microscopic photos, NILIT® EverSheer covers the spandex more tightly. There are no loose filaments and loops
have a more uniform appearance. When knitted in fabrics, it gives the richness of a double-covered yarn.
ECO FIBERS
CARING FOR
THE ENVIRONMENT
CARING FOR
THE ENVIRONMENT
Safeguarding our resources before it's too late simply makes sense - for us all. To meet the global
awareness for eco-friendly processes, NILIT® offers NILIT® Ecocare recycled nylon 6.6 with deep, uniform
color. The first patented nylon 6.6 recycled product, NILIT® Ecocare yarns are a breakthrough in yarn
engineering and production.
• High-quality recycled polyamide chips retain the properties of virgin fibers
• No variability in the properties of the recycled yarn
• Minimizes waste, reduces energy consumption and conserves crude oil
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate Apparel
Legwear
Activewear
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
• 40/20/1-2, 70/40/1-2
NILIT’S RECYCLED YARN PRODUCTION PROCESS
Producing our NILIT® EcoCare recycled yarns
significantly conserves resources that promote
sustainability. From the POY yarn waste of our
standard process, our highly efficient recycling
procedure reduces energy and water consumption
compared to our standard practice.
Energy savings
• Internally (NILIT® plant) 1058 kw/ton of yarn
55% savings
• Overall (In addition to the NILIT® facility, the energy invested in production of HMD + AA
at Supplier sites) 6194 kw/ton of yarn
87.6% savings
Water savings
• 18 M3/ton of yarn
• NILIT® Ecocare is certified as a pre-consumer
recycled fiber by Scientific Certification Systems
(SCS). NILIT® polymers meet the Oeko-Tex®
Standard 100 for textile products that pose no
risk to health.
POY WASTE
Ready-To-Wear
LICENSED FIBERS
STRONG FIBERS FOR
EXTREME MOMENTS
ABRASION-RESISTANT CORDURA® FABRIC COMBINES
DURABLE PERFORMANCE WITH VERSATILITY, PERFORMING
AS EFFORTLESSLY IN MOTORCYCLE APPAREL AS IT DOES IN
CASUAL LEISURE CLOTHING. ACROSS A BROAD RANGE OF
APPAREL APPLICATIONS, WEARERS WILL BENEFIT FROM THE
LIGHTWEIGHT DURABILITY OF CORDURA® FABRIC.
CORDURA® BRAND FABRICS ARE DESIGNED FOR LIVING AND
BUILT TO LAST, PROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL RESISTANCE TO
TEARS, SCUFFS AND ABRASIONS.
• High tear & abrasion resistance
• Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
• Versatile styling options
• Reliable performance
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Activewear
Outerwear
Career Wear
Denim
Socks
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
Qualifying yarns for CORDURA® branded fabrics are available in the following Dtex counts:
• 22/14 (BR), 33/10 (BR), 90/34, 180/68, 370/136, 560/136
DURABILITY AT ITS PEAK
Precise engineering makes CORDURA® fabrics the fabric of choice for lightweight activewear to rugged skiwear.
CORDURA® fabric is a high-performance, super-durable material found in a wide variety of premium products.
The combination of durability, high-performance aesthetics and comfort is what drives respected apparel
brands and retailers to specify CORDURA® fabric - both in products made entirely of CORDURA® fabric, and
products that just use it around high-stress and abrasion areas.
With fabrics that can weigh as little as 100gr/m2, the CORDURA® brand brings all of the benefits of lightweight
fabrics, but with exceptional durability.
CORDURA® fabric is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
THE TOUCH
OF SOFTNESS
SUPPLEX® fabrics are all about a
cottony soft touch. With the advantages
of high-tech fibers and the natural
beauty of cotton, SUPPLEX® fabrics
deliver functional benefits beyond what
conventional cotton fibers can offer.
SUPPLEX® fabric
• Delivers exceptionally smooth and natural hand feel, and dries faster than cotton
• Garments can be worn repeatedly without compromising their fresh, stylish appearance
• Softness remains even after repeated washings
SUPPLEX® UPF fabric
• Addresses the growing demand for UV protection in garments
• UV protection, due to intrinsic UPF protection qualities, remains even after repeated washings
• Certified SUPPLEX® UPF fabrics deliver SPF 40 or higher UV protection, depending on the fabric
and fabric construction
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate apparel
Legwear
Swimwear
Activewear / Fitness
Outdoor / Trekking Apparel
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
Qualifying yarns for SUPPLEX® branded fabrics are available in the following Dtex counts:
• Refer to NILIT Product Catalog
SUPPLEX® fabric is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
EASY VERSATILITY
The TACTEL® fiber portfolio of next-generation yarns
provides a truly versatile collection to meet the needs
of customers that want fashion, function and fit.
Up to 20% lighter than in most other fabrics, and
at least twice as soft, TACTEL® fibers deliver all of
the strong, easy-care benefits associated with hightech fibers, along with superior drape and irresistible
touch, in a variety of textures and aesthetics.
• TACTEL® DIABOLO FIBER – An intense, unique sheen and luster, with deep, rich colors, and a silky handle
• TACTEL® SOFT BLACK FIBER – Soft spun-dyed yarn with exceptional color fastness for a very deep black with
a light touch
• TACTEL® STRATA FIBER - A two tone color effect in one yarn, reproducible across all shades – even blacks and highly vibrant colors
• TACTEL® MULTISOFT FIBER – A highly diverse multi-filament yarn range, with a round or trilobal cross section, that can produce soft and versatile surface effects from shiny bright to fully dull
• TACTEL® MICRO TOUCH FIBER – Ultra-fine filaments for a soft, luxurious hand (flat or textured), with
luster ranging from extra-bright to full-dull
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate Apparel
Activewear
Sportswear
CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS
Qualifying yarns for TACTEL® branded fabrics are available in the following Dtex counts:
• Refer to NILIT Product Catalog
TACTEL® fiber is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
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