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Baltex - XD Spacer Fabrics

FABRICS WITH AN EXTRA DIMENSION

Baltex is currently developing XD ,a range of 3-dimensional knitted SPACER FABRICS. These are produced on double needle bar warp-knitting machines.

The principal advantages are:
- Breathability
- Insulation
- Compression Strength
- Durability
- Recyclability

Spacer Fabrics are being widely used for the replacement of foam and neoprene products. With the possibility of knitting different fibres on different faces many properties can be achieved.

Spacer Fabrics can be used in the following key applications:-
- Cycle Helmets
- Boot Soles
- Composites
- Medical Products
- Neoprene Replacement
- Compression Bandages
- Firemens Clothing
- Body Armour

Fibres Employed
- Polyester
- Nomex
- Kevlar
- Polyamide
- Microfibres

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