Fabrics

Durable fabrics


Fabric code	Fabric name	Commercial name	Composition	Weight	Properties
5005	PA 05	Cordura®	100% polyamide	± 220 g/m²	Cordura^® is a superior, durable polyamide fibre and reinforces vulnerable parts of garments. This is how we guarantee a longer service life. Cordura^® retains its shape and is water- and dirt-repellent.
5006	PA 06	Cordura®	100% polyamide	± 285 g/m²
5007	PA 07	Cordura® stretch	92% polyamide - 8% elastane	± 350 g/m²	Cordura^® stretch reinforces vulnerable parts of garments. It makes our workwear last longer. The 4-way stretch ensures total flexibility.
5101	PASPA 01	Cordura® stretch for inserts	88% polyamide - 12% elastane	± 260 g/m²	this Cordura^® stretch is a superior, durable ripstop which we use in our inserts. The 4-way stretch inserts are applied in strategic places. This is how we guarantee ultimate freedom of movement.
5230	PACOSPA 30	superstretch	62% polyamide - 29% cotton 9% elastane	± 210 g/m²	Superstretch is a 4-way stretch in double weave. The cotton on the inside feels extra soft on the skin. The fabric holds its shape well thanks to the elastane, also after plenty of wash cycles. Thanks to the water repellent finish, clothing with superstretch is ideal to face rainy days.
2061	PESCO 61	polyester cotton	65% polyester - 35% cotton	± 245 g/m²	Polyester cotton is a durable and wear-resistant twill fabric. Nice benefit: the high colour fastness, even in case of regular washing.
2064	PESCO 64			± 300 g/m²
2041	PESCO 41			± 250 g/m²	Assets of PESCO 41: extra supple finish for improved wearing comfort and the light, horizontal mechanical stretch for increased freedom of movement.
2063	PESCO 63			± 250 g/m²	Assets of PESCO 63: the water-repellent finish and the light, horizontal mechanical stretch for increased freedom of movement.
3060	COPES 60	cotton polyester	60% cotton - 40% polyester	± 340 g/m²	Polyester cotton is a durable and wear-resistant canvas fabric. The light, horizontal mechanical stretch allows for increased freedom of movement.
1043	CO 43	cotton	100% cotton	± 320 g/m²	Cotton is a durable and wear-resistant twill fabric. The fabric is great to wear thanks to its insulating and ventilating properties. Note that cotton is susceptible to shrinkage during the first few washes.
3093	COPES 93	denim	80% BCI-cotton - 18% polyester 2% elastane	± 350 g/m² (10,25 oz)	4-way stretch denim for ultimate freedom of movement. The washing ensures increased softness & flexibility.
1094	CO 94	denim	91% cotton - 8% polyester 1% elastane	± 390 g/m² (11,5 oz)	2-way stretch denim for extra comfort. The washing ensures increased softness & flexibility.
2017	PESCO 17	beaver	70% polyester - 30% cotton	± 240 g/m²	Beaver is dust- and water-repellent, making sure the fabric stays beautiful for longer. The material is quick-drying, strong and crease-resistant.

Durable Fabrics - What does it mean to you?

Read more about: Tensile properties, Tear resistance and Abrasion resistance.

Fabrics with recycled content


Fabric code	Fabric name	Commercial name	Composition	Weight	Properties
3048	COPES 48	cotton - recycled polyester	55% cotton 45% recycled polyester	± 200 g/m²	This antibacterial fabric for knitwear is designed with the brrr° Triple Chill Effect technology. This guarantees a cooling effect, easy moisturewicking and quick drying. In addition, the cotton-recycled polyester is treated for an anti-pilling finish. Bye-bye fluff balls! Finally, this fabric is PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
4109	PESPA 09	recycled polyester polyamide	76% recycled polyester 24% polyamide	± 200 g/m²	This antibacterial fabric for knitwear features a subtle geometric design. Recycled polyester/polyamide easily wicks away moisture and is PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
2087	PESCO 87	recycled polyester - cotton	64% recycled polyester 36% cotton	± 310 g/m²	This knitwear fabric is brushed on the inside. Wonderfully soft, warm and comfortable! In addition, the recycled polyester-cotton is treated for an anti-pilling finish. Bye-bye fluff balls! Finally, this fabric is PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
2038	PESCO 38	recycled polyester cotton	51% recycled polyester 6% polyester - 34% BCI cotton 9% elastomultiester	± 250 g/m²	Recycled polyester-cotton is a woven, durable and wear-resistant fabric with ripstop for extra strength. The 2-way stretch allows for sufficient comfort and ease of movement. This fabric is PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
5102	PASPA 02	Cordura^® stretch for knee pads	90% PA66 Cordura^® (virgin) 10% spandex	± 350 g/m²	Woven fabric with superior durability thanks to Cordura® yarns. In 4-way stretch for ultimate freedom of movement. With ripstop to reinforce the knee pockets and ensure wear resistance. This fabric is PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
2114	PESSPA 14	recycled polyester elastane	66% recycled polyester 26% polyester - 8% elastane	± 280 g/m²	Diamond-textured knit. Brushed on the inside, making it wonderfully soft, warm and comfortable! In 4-way stretch for ultimate freedom of movement. Treated for a PFC-free, durable, water-repellent finish and the fabric is also PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
4083	PES 83	recycled polyester	100% recycled polyester	± 90 g/m²	Recycled polyester with twill weave is a very lightweight, windproof fabric with mechanical stretch. Features wear-resistant ripstop. Treated for a PFC-free, durable, water-repellent finish and the fabric is also PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
4081	PES 81	recycled polyester	100% recycled polyester	± 170 g/m²	Recycled polyester is a lightweight, windproof and waterproof fabric with mechanical stretch. Has a breathable PU membrane. Treated for a PFC-free, durable, water-repellent finish and the fabric is also PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
4084	PES 84	recycled polyester	100% recycled polyester	± 160 g/m²	Recycled polyester is a lightweight, windproof and waterproof fabric with mechanical stretch. With wear-resistant ripstop and a breathable PU membrane. Treated for a PFC-free, durable, water-repellent finish and the fabric is also PFCfree, with no intentional use of PFCs.
5114	PASPA 14	polyamide - elastane	50% recycled polyester 44% polyamide - 6% elastane	± 280 g/m²	A double-layered diamond-textured softshell in 4-way stretch for increased ease of movement. In fleece for extra comfort and warmth on the inside. Treated for a PFC-free, durable, waterrepellent finish and the fabric is also PFC-free, with no intentional use of PFCs.
5309	PAPES 09	polyamide recycled polyester	60% recycled polyamide 40% recycled polyester	± 163 g/m²	Melange fabric with two-tone effect. Creates a modern look. With antibacterial finish and PFC free, with no intentional use.

Waterperformance fabrics


Fabric code	Fabric name	Commercial name	Composition	Weight	Properties
4021	PES 21	three-layered softshell	100% polyester	± 280 g/m²	A three-layered softshell consisting of a woven outer layer, a breathing membrane and inner layer fleece lining. The fabric is waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment, windproof and ventilates well when perspiring. Besides, the fabric is slightly elastic for increased freedom of movement.
4074	PES 74	three-layered HiVis softshell	100% polyester	± 280 g/m²	A three-layered softshell consisting of a woven HiVis outer layer, a breathing membrane and inner layer fleece lining The fabric is waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment, windproof and ventilates well when perspiring Besides, the fabric is slightly elastic for increased freedom of movement.
4070	PES 70	coated polyester	100% polyester - PU-coating	± 200 g/m²	Coated polyester is windproof and waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment. Breathable polyurethane (PU) coating allows transpiration moisture to evaporate.
4080	PES 80	laminated polyester	100% polyester - TPU-lamination	± 200 g/m²	Laminated polyester in Oxford weave is windproof and waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment. The breathable membrane with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) lamination allows transpiration moisture to evaporate.
4090	PES 90	laminated polyester	100% polyester - TPU-lamination	± 240 g/m²	Laminated polyester in canvas weave is windproof and waterproof thanks to its waterrepellent treatment. The breathable membrane with thermoplastic polyurethane lamination allows transpiration moisture to evaporate.
5194	PASPA 94	laminated polyamide with elastane	88% polyamide - 12% elastane DWR-lamination	± 200 g/m²	Laminated polyester with elastane is windproof and waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment. The breathable membrane allows transpiration moisture to evaporate. Additional benefit: 4-way stretch for ultimate freedom of movement.

Waterproofness, breathability and cold protection - What does it mean to you?

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Knitwear


Fabric code	Fabric name	Commercial name	Composition	Weight	Properties
1006	CO 06	cotton single jersey	100% cotton	± 180 g/m²	Cotton is a natural, strong and durable fibre. The fabric breathes and is very light, which makes cotton nice to wear. Note that cotton is susceptible to shrinkage during the first few washes.
1104	COSPA 04	cotton single jersey with elastane	92% cotton - 8% elastane	± 190 g/m²	Single jersey cotton with elastane, pre-shrunk fabric which is also extra flexible. The fabric consists of combed cotton, making the yarns soft and supple to touch.
1105	COSPA 05	cotton single jersey with elastane	92% cotton - 8% elastane	± 220 g/m²
1146	COSPA 46	cotton piqué with elastane	97% cotton - 3% elastane	± 220 g/m²	Cotton piqué with elastane is a breathable, durable and easy-care fabric. Plus: the fabric is less susceptible to shrinkage during the first washes.
3016	COPES 16	blend single jersey	50% cotton - 50% polyester	± 185 g/m²	Blend single jersey and blend polo piqué are very hard-wearing and high colourfast fabrics. fabrics are suited for industrial washing at 75° according to PRO label. During the production,both fabrics were pre-shrunk, and therefore resistant to shrinking.
3056	COPES 56	blend polo piqué	50% cotton - 50% polyester	± 215 g/m²
3080	COPES 80	sweatshirt fabric	80% cotton - 20% polyester	± 290 g/m²	Sweatshirt fabric combed inside for improved comfort and warmth.
3086	COPES 86		65% cotton - 35% polyester	± 305 g/m²	The fabric has a double-sided even appearance due to Interlock and feels smooth on the skin.
3090	COPES 90		80% cotton - 20% polyester	± 340 g/m²	Sweatshirt fabric combed inside for improved comfort and warmth.
4016	PES 16	micro polar fleece	100% polyester	± 260 g/m²	Micro polar fleece is combed inside and outside for improved comfort and warmth. The fabric also underwent an anti-pilling treatment, so say goodbye to fluffs.
4038	PES 38	tricot fleece	100% polyester	± 290 g/m²	Tricot fleece is combed in one colour inside and outside for improved comfort and warmth. The outer fabric is a melange tricot for a modern look.
4004	PES 04	polyester bird eye	100% polyester	± 140 g/m²	Polyester bird eye and polyester piqué are quick drying, inherently antibacterial fabrics. The fabrics offer UV protection (UPF 50+) against the radiation of the sun.
4044	PES 44	polyester piqué	100% polyester	215 g/m²
9201	WOPA 01	thermal merino	75% merino wool - 25% polyamide	± 180 g/m²	Thermal merino has a woven-in design (jacquard) and fits closely to the body thanks to 4-way stretch. The fabric consists of antibacterial merino, ideal for avoiding odours. Furthermore, the fabric is extra warm, moisturewicking, thermoregulating and quick-drying.
9101	PPPAEA 01	thermal active	70% polypropylene Siltex 22% polyamide - 8% elastane	± 145 g/m²	Thermal active has a woven-in design (jacquard) and fits closely to the body thanks to 4-way stretch. The fabric consists of antibacterial PROLEN® Siltex, ideal for avoiding odours. Furthermore, the fabric is moisture-wicking, thermoregulating and quick-drying.

Safety fabrics


Fabric code	Fabric name	Commercial name	Composition	Weight	Properties
2070	PESCO 70	HiVis polyester - cotton	69% polyester - 31% cotton	± 250 g/m²	HiVis polyester cotton is a durable and wearresistant twill fabric. Clothing made of HiVis polyester cotton can take a beating, as the fabric is dirt-repellent treated. Extra advantage with PESCO 70: the fabric is very light.
2074	PESCO 74	HiVis polyester - cotton	60% polyester - 40% cotton	± 290 g/m²
2176	PESCOSPA 76	HiVis polyester - cotton stretch	70% polyester - 28% cotton 2% elastane	± 270 g/m²	HiVis polyester cotton is a durable and wearresistant twill fabric. Clothing made of HiVis polyester cotton can take a beating, as the fabric is dirt-repellent treated. The 2-way stretch allows for extra comfort.
2084	PESCO 84	HiVis sweater fabric	65% polyester - 35% cotton	± 280 g/m²	The sweatshirt fabric is combed inside for improved comfort and warmth.
4021	PES 12	HiVis polar fleece	100% polyester	± 280 g/m²	The high visibility polar fleece is combed inside and outside for improved comfort and warmth. The fabric also underwent an anti-pilling treatment, so say goodbye to fluffs.
4006	PES 06	HiVis polyester bird eye	100% polyester	± 150 g/m²	HiVis polyester bird eye is a quick-drying, inherently antibacterial fabric. The fabric offers UV protection (UPF 50+) against the radiation of the sun.
3054	COPES 54	HiVis cotton - polyester piqué	55% cotton - 45% polyester	± 170 g/m²	High visibility cotton polyester is a quick-drying, inherently antibacterial fabric. The fabric offers UV protection (UPF 50+) against the radiation of the sun.
1073	CO 73	flame-retardant cotton	100% cotton	± 340 g/m²	Flame-retardant cotton is a fabric of European origin with flame-retardant finish. Safety first.
3075	COPES 75	Multinorm cotton - polyester	75% cotton - 24% polyester 1% Nega-Stat®	± 290 g/m²	(HiVis) Multinorm cotton polyester is a fabric of European origin with flame-retardant finish. Moreover, it is inherently antistatic: the flameretardant properties are naturally present in hte fibres. Safety at its very best.
3077	COPES 77	HiVis-Multinorm cotton - polyester	50% cotton - 49% polyester 1% Nega-Stat®	± 330 g/m²
2135	PESSPA 35	fleece with elastane	94% polyester - 6% elastane	± 260 g/m²	Fleece with elastane is extra flexible and combed on the inside for extra comfort and warmth. The fabric also underwent an anti-pilling treatment, so say goodbye to fluffs.
4074	PES 74	three-layered HiVis softshell	100% polyester	± 280 g/m²	A three-layered softshell consisting of a woven HiVis outer layer, a breathing membrane and inner layer fleece lining The fabric is waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment, windproof and ventilates well when perspiring. Besides, the fabric is slightly elastic for increased freedom of movement.
4070	PES 70	coated polyester	100% polyester - PU-coating	± 200 g/m²	Coated polyester is windproof and waterproof thanks to its water-repellent treatment. Breathable polyurethane (PU) coating allows transpiration moisture to evaporate.

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Waterproofness, breathability and cold protection - What does it mean to you?

Breathable

The breathability of the fabric ensures that transpiration moisture can escape quickly. This enables you to stay dry while at work. The permeability of a fabric is measured on the basis of the speed with which water vapour can escape. This is expressed in “MVP”, or “Moisture Vapour Permeability”. The higher the MVP value, the stronger the breathability of the fabric.

Waterproof

A waterproof fabric ensures that rain and snow cannot penetrate for a long time, enabling you to stay dry and continue to work even in bad weather. A fabric’s waterproofness is determined by measuring the quantity of water – the so-called “water column” – a fabric can resist before moisture starts to penetrate. This is expressed in “WR”, or “Water Resistance”. The higher the result, the longer you can continue to work in bad weather without experiencing any discomfort.

With regards to the waterproofness of a piece of clothing, 100% watertight taped seams are another important ally. Finally, applying a finish on the outer layer of fabric also adds an extra layer of protection by making moisture bead up and roll off.

Example: the image displays the different fabric layers of the DASSY^® Nordix stretch winter jacket. The DWR finish (Durable Water Repellent) makes water droplets bead up and roll off, while the wind- and waterproof membrane effectively keeps out rain and wind. And since the membrane is also breathable, water vapour can easily escape from the inside.

Cold protection

A good thermal insulator traps your body’s radiated warmth. Since air excels as an insulator, paddings consist of countless small air pockets that effectively retain body heat. That way, you can continue working comfortably even in colder weather.

Example: the image displays the high quality insulation of the DASSY^® Nordix stretch winter jacket. The high performance DuPont™ Sorona® micro fibres create small air pockets for the best warmth-insulation.

Moreover, this padding is also light, breathable, soft, quick drying and it is made of 37% renewable plant-based materials. And since the DuPont™Sorona® fibre is also highly compressible, the DASSY^® Nordix keeps you nice and warm, without looking puffy.

Durable Fabrics - What does it mean to you?

Tensile properties and tear resistance

Durable fabrics do not tear easily. We perform thorough tests on our fabrics to ensure appropriate tensile and tear resistance. This is for example done by means of a tear test, in which a small incision is made in both directions of the fabric, after which we measure the strength required to tear the fabric further. Similar tests are carried out to determine the tensile resistance of the fabric. In this case, we measure the strength required to tear the fabric over a certain width without making an incision in advance. In both cases the strength of the fabric is in proportion to the strength required to tear the fabric.

Abrasion resistance

Another way to define the durability of a fabric is to define the fabric’s resistance to abrasion. This is measured by subjecting the fabric to a rotating, concentric rub under a certain amount of pressure. The test result is expressed in the number of cycles (rubs or revolutions) the device has made until visible abrasion appears. The higher this number, the more durable the fabric and the longer your piece of clothing will last.

Apart from these tests, all fabrics are also thoroughly tested for seam slippage resistance, anti-pilling properties and colour fastness combined with appropriate washing tests. We test all fabrics in our own labs and also have them tested by independent and internationally recognised testing institutes. This enables us to guarantee you the best results.