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News briefsEquip Outdoor opens European service and repair center for Rab and Lowe Alpine products
With a newly opened European service and repair center in Leusden, Netherlands, Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd. takes another step towards its goal to reach net-zero by 2030. The new Equip service center is available to retailers and end-users in Western and Central Europe and will provide repair and wash services ...
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News briefsAdidas Y3 launches Terrex footwear and jackets
For this fall’s urban sportswear line Y3, Adidas is launching a new Terrex Swift R3 GTX sneaker in two colorways as well as two Gore-Tex shell jackets (one hard shell and one down insulated parka). The Y3 Terrex footwear capsule collection is launched on Oct. 14, while the apparel drop ...
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ArticleGore-Tex unveils new ePE membrane
W. L. Gore & Associates has announced that the consumer business of its Gore Fabrics Division will introduce the use of expanded polyethylene (ePE) as a new complementary material platform that will serve as the basis for its membrane technologies. The new ePE laminates (membrane and DWR treatments) are PFC-free ...
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News briefsRab to offer professional wash service for its Gore-Tex outerwear
British outdoor brand Rab, part of Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd, has announced the launch of its specialist Gore-Tex Shell Wash Service. This new service, offered by the Rab Service Center, is available to end-users and retailers. Expert washing, drying and waterproofing of all Rab Gore-Tex waterproof garments by the service ...
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News briefsGore Fabrics releases sustainability update
W. L. Gore Associates has published its “ 2020 Responsibility Update for the Fabrics Division ”. The update shares details about how the division intends to leverage the newly introduced sustainability framework by using the three pillars of sound science, transparency and cooperation. It also shares the main ...
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Norrøna partners with American Mountain Guide Association
The Norwegian snowsports and outdoor brand Norrøna has announced a partnership with the American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA). The AMGA, an educational non-profit, is dedicated to being a leader in education, standards, and advocacy for professional guides and climbing instructors in the U.S. Norrøna will support the AMGA ...
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ArticleBob Gore, inventor of Gore-Tex, has died
Robert W. “Bob” Gore , chairman emeritus of the board of directors of W. L. Gore Associates , died on Sept. 17 at the age of 83. Gore sat on the board of his family’s materials science company for 57 years, 30 of them as chairman, and served ...
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ArticleGore-Tex brand supports Protect Our Winters
On the initiative of an employee already involved with Protect Our Winters (POW) , the Gore-Tex brand has now officially announced its corporate support for the climate protection organization in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. POW provides educational services on climate change and implements actions for and with the ...
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ArticleGore presents new sustainability framework with ambitious CO2 targets for its fabrics division
W. L. Gore Associates has released a new Sustainability Framework for its Gore Fabrics Division. The framework reflects the evolution of the company’s sustainability strategy and provides a cohesive, tangible expression of the company’s diverse and long-term commitment. In particular, it demonstrates Gore’s commitment to protecting ...
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Gore comments on Gore-Tex and Covid-19
W.L. Gore Associates has issued an official statement that “ Gore-Tex materials are NOT designed and engineered to provide adequate airflow to assist human respiration when used in the manufacture of personal protective equipment, including face masks, and are NOT a viable alternative to protection against ...
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ArticleGrowing Hoka One One moves into apparel
Hoka One One , the fast-growing running footwear label of Deckers Brands , is launching its first apparel line for runners, walkers, fitness enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. For the moment, the 27-piece collection for men and women will only be available online at the brand’s American website, hokaoneone.com . Twenty ...
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