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 > Flat cross section structure The wide surface area quickly transfers body heat [ fabric] > Unique polymer which includes inorganic micron particles Increases surface area and forms small channels to promote cooling COOLING EFFECT FIBER'S CROSS SECTION [skin] > 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. 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 INFRARED RAYS 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 The gentle heat emitted by the fibers invigorates the body, enhances muscle elasticity and may help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. * Independent Labs - Hua Mao Nano-Tech Co., Ltd (Taiwan) and Centexbel Verviers ( Belgium) ** Independent labs SGS Textile Laboratory (Taiwan) and Testex, AG (Switzerland)
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 test (sec) 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Polypropylene Profiled PES Standard PES Cotton Nylon NILIT Aquarius 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Standard PES Wicking Test (cm/10min) Cotton Polypropylene Profiled PES Nylon NILIT Aquarius 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Cotton Standard PES Drying (min) Nylon Polypropylene Profiled PES NILIT 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. 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 * Testing performed by the Hohenstein Institute. Certificate available upon request. 1 10 20 30 40 50 number of washes
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. 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. 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. DEEP COLOR EFFECTS Absorbs the dye in its richest and deepest form UNI UE COLOR SOLUTIONS Rejects the dye uptake and creates a delicate, light shade of color DUO-COLORED HEATHER Two distinct yarns that together create in the dyeing process a perfect contrasting heather effect TONE-SUR-TONE MÉLANGE 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
IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO
THE PERFECT MELANGE PAIR NILIT DUOMIX ENHANCES THE MÉLANGE EFFECT AND IS THE LATEST ADDITION TO NILIT'S WORLD OF COLOR FAMILY. NILIT DUOMIX was created by combining NILIT nylon 6.6 fibers with Easy Dyed cationic polyester fibers. Fabrics knitted or woven with these yarns are distinctive and designful. NILIT DUOMIX accents mélange with a unique pattern mix that attracts the eye as the fabric conveys an illusion of movement. The fiber enables designers to create fabrics that flow in a perfect rhythm of form and fashion. BENEFITS Cotton-like hand feel Comfortable and fashionable Excellent color fastness Perfect choice for stripes, jacquards and trendy patterns Unique heather appearance in two distinct color shades and tones Mélange effects in dot or stripy appearance IDEAL APPLICATIONS SPORTSWEAR HOSIERY INTIMATE APPAREL STREETWEAR OUTDOOR SOCKS CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS 44/41/2 NILIT DUOMIX (88 dtex) 64/53/2 NILIT DUOMIX (128 dtex) 80/70/2 NILIT DUOMIX (160 dtex) THE UNIQUE MIX THAT CREATES COLORFUL RESULTS DOT EFFECT STRIPY EFFECT
& 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 Activewear CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS NILIT Softex: Refer to NILIT Product Catalog NILIT Super Microfiber: Refer to NILIT Product Catalog
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 Ready-To-Wear CHOICE OF YARN COUNTS 40/20/1-2, 70/40/1-2 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 NILIT S RECYCLED YARN PRODUCTION PROCESS Water savings 18 M3/ton of yarn POY WASTE 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.
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 crosssection, 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 Leisure Wear 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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