![]() In other words, our special polymers permanently bond to the fabric’s fibers, so it is safely sealed, impossible to rub off. Crypton technology uses a proprietary “preferred” form of fluorine-a large polymer durably bonded to the fabric’s fibers, safely encased, sealed and immobile to prevent migration. The class of “concerning” fluorine is composed of small, mobile molecules that can leach. ![]() Crypton Fabric is now 99.9 percent fluorine-free. Some are concerning, and others, are not. Why? Because it is the only element that allows products to resist oil. What is fluorine and how does reducing its presence in textiles so important?įluorine is in a myriad of products we use every day from pharmaceuticals, smart phones, food containers and even makeup. Our recent advancement reduces the amount of fluorine while also increasing our focus on disinfectability, and cleanability. We conceive innovative fabrics that resist staining, odor, moisture, and bacteria, while correspondingly keeping a focus on achieving the lowest environmental impact possible. ![]() “And it does not stop here.” What makes this innovation so important with respect to what designers need to consider when specifying textiles for new and refurbished workplaces? This latest breakthrough is indicative of our ongoing evolution and continued dedication,” says Crypton CEO, Lance Keziah. Crypton was created to be the highest performing fabric in high traffic areas, one that by nature of its performance, extends its useful life. “Our chemistry and philosophy have always focused and performance sustainability. Why is the reduction of fluorine such a groundbreaking development for the development of performance textiles?Īs a company we are committed to continuously innovate to produce the highest quality fabric technology with the absolute lowest environmental impact. They are pleased to announce they have reduced the level of fluorine to just 0.1 percent while increasing the focus on cleanability and disinfectability, understanding the priority on cleanliness is higher now than ever. It is with that in mind that Crypton shares with us the news of its advancement of its core product Crypton Fabric. Crypton Fabric with moisture barrier, and Crypton’s HHI-compliant C-Zero + are the first and only fabrics approved by the EPA to be disinfected.Ĭrypton innovates at the highest level, thinking ahead so that designers can ideate future built environments beautifully, sustainably, safely and with clarity of purpose while providing transparency and knowledge of the science behind their products. Decades of fabric science, 15 patents and a five-year warranty ensures that, as always, each fiber in every yard of Crypton Fabric repels not only liquids and oils, but also bacteria, mold and fungus. But not on fabric! Crypton Fabric, a leading provider of pioneering textile solutions, has been poised for this new normal for 15 years and counting, as their fabric system became the first and only EPA-approved disinfectable fabric in 2005. ![]() As design professionals heed the call of a new day, we’re having to pivot and re-strategize on all fronts. ![]()
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