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    Green Theme Technologies launches more PFOA free Empel DWRs

    2022-02-03T07:33:00Z

    U.S. company Green Theme Technologies (GTT) is launching a series of new DWR treatments based on its dry-finishing Empel platform. The new technologies provide DWR, anti-wicking and stain-release properties, PFOA/PFOS-free as tested by Bureau Veritas. From the field of outdoor apparel, brands like Artilect, Black Diamond, Trew Gear, Stoney Creek ...

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    YKK partners with GTT for sustainable water protection on zippers

    2021-07-07T14:58:00Z

    Zipper and fastening products manufacturer YKK has entered into a licensing agreement with Green Theme Technologies ( GTT ) to use their water-free and non-toxic Empel water protection polymer technology on zippers. GTT is specializing in sustainable performance textile finishes, and PFC-free Empel is now being utilized on ...

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    ​Maker of Empel molecular water protection secures $3.5 million in financing

    2021-06-23T08:01:00Z

    Following a successful Series A round, New Mexico-based Green Theme Technologies, Inc. ( GTT ), a developer of sustainable and water-free textile technologies, reached its goal of $3.5 million in its first Series B closing. The funds raised will be used to further develop its sustainable platform technologies, including ...