Helm is proud to introduce FIBRETECH fabrics to the market.
FIBRETECH attributes:
- Made from up-cycled raw materials starting from coal, mined in SA
- 100% made in SA (protecting jobs in the entire value chain)
- +90% local content (colour pigments imported from Europe & USA)
- Materials made in ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 certified facilities locally
- Low Carbon Footprint due to:
– Lower temperatures needed to manufacture the fabrics = much lower than any other fibre (man-made or natural)
– No water used for for the dying of the yarn = no waster-waters to be purified
– short transport route – all made in SA - No PFC’s used
- Inherently dirt repellent
- Excellent Anti-Static properties
- Resistant to chemicals, fungi (mold) and bacteria (ideal for clinics and hospitals)
- 100% recyclable (up to 10x)
- Washable at 30 degrees
- Strong and durable = 100 000 rubs (dependant on surface texture)
- High colour-fastness to light
- Thermo-regulating for optimal comfort in all conditions.
Our soil and water repellent fabrics, treated with our fabric protector EASYCLEAN® by TEXTIFIN helps with easily removing most of the accidental non chemical spills and dirt which can happen in a home, entertainment, public or office environment.
EASYCLEAN® is engineered to the latest international standards, conforming to international environmental codes of practices.