Over the years, Thermore, the thermal insulation experts, has continued to dedicate a large share of its investments towards R&D of new technologies in apparel insulation. This year Thermore has unveiled a revolutionary EVOdown concept that delivers a compelling and effective down effect.

Over the years, the escalating cost of duck and goose down, issues of animal welfare and lack of quality control have forced the apparel industry to find alternatives. Commonly, blown-in fibers and fiber balls initially deliver similar softness and high-loft down like appearance. These fibers are blown inside the garment in a similar manner as down feathers are applied. However, this often comes with stability limitations, fiber clumping issues, heavy fiber migration and the development of cold spots, often after a relatively short care time.

EVOdowns inspired by the soft hand and lofty nature of natural blown-in down or fiber ball production techniques matches all this without compromising durability. Two external higher density layers encapsulate the free fibers in the middle. The result of this composite is to reduce clumping and fiber migration, ensuring a very consistent, high thermal performance throughout the entire garment. Thermore EVOdown maintains its structure over time and can be machine washed and dried.

EVOdown is offered in three weights to best suit every design requirement from ultra-light jackets to high-puff parkas. Best finish and performance results recommend EVOdown be quilted with test approved down-proof, ultra-light fabrics (<30 gr) in a pattern of 5cm or smaller for the 80g and 115g weights, and 10cm or smaller for the 170g weight.

Thermore was founded in 1972 in Milan and is a worldwide leader in the research, production and marketing of thermal insulation for apparel with operations in Europe, USA and Asia including production facilities in Thailand and offices in Hong Kong.

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