Textile Giant Spins an itelligent, Antibacterial Yarn to deliver the sweet smell of success
South West based RTG, a world-wide specialist in textile and contract manufacturing, has launched its latest innovative Skyns fabric technology to the sporting world, equipping teenage enthusiasts and seasoned athletes with the material to secure winning results from a sweaty workout without the associated wetness and body odour.
At the top of its game and tough by nature, RTG's new, high performance, antibacterial, Coolskyn+ eliminates the distraction and unpleasantness which body odour brings to the gym, track and field, enabling wearers to keep their eyes on the prize and remain confident and goal centric.
Blood, Sweat & Science
Building on the success of its breathable, lightweight Coolskyn sports fabric, RTG has now knitted a silver based, natural solution into its Coolskyn yarn which prevents micro-organisms multiplying on the textile surface. The result, Coolskyn+, retains the stay dry technology of Coolskyn but also tackles bacterial growth at source to prevent garments ageing prematurely. The silver ions also protect against ugly stains and unpleasant smells to ensure long lasting durability and freshness.
Sportswear does a fantastic job of capturing perspiration. Bacteria, the root cause of body odour, grow when it’s warm and wet, so positively thrive in sweaty conditions. In a two pronged attack, Coolskyn+ wicks the sweat away from the skin to the fabric surface where it can evaporate, eliminating coldness and 'skin cling'. Meanwhile, on contact with perspiration, the embedded silver ions with their anti bacterial effect are released from within the Coolskyn+ fabric, suppress the bacterial growth responsible for bad smells (Staphylococcus Aureus) and provide 99.9% protection against major health hazardous micro-organisms.
"Clothes that regulate body climate and break boundaries are an essential part of any sports kit," says Gary Drake (pictured above), former British Singles and Doubles Tennis Champion. A member of the GB over 35's team and the All England Club Wimbledon, Gary is a strong advocate of RTG's Skyn technology, testing it on court whilst spreading its sweet smell of success amongst his young protégés. "Coolskyn+ doesn't stop you sweating, it prevents garments reeking because of it. Good news for any athlete looking to push themselves to the limit," he adds.
Plymouth based RTG, is a dynamic and entrepreneurial business, with innovation at its helm. Its Skyns performance clothing range is built on a revolutionary material, manufactured right down to the weave in RTG's own factory and knitting facility, enabling low costs and high quality.
Over the last 18 years, RTG has designed, supplied and manufactured branded clothing and merchandise for some of the biggest brands in the world. During that time it has developed an impressive portfolio which is currently serviced by over 500 employees, and is a preferred partner to the likes of Emirates, Mark Warner, ScrewFix, Virgin and Barbour.
RTG's Skyns Clothing range includes Coolskyn+ , Coolskyn, BrightSkyn, and Thermoskyn. Coolskyn is a high performance 100% wicking polyester fabric that maintains body climate to keep the wearer dry, cool and comfortable. BrightSkyn provides a BSEN471 high visibility option in 3 different fabric weights and Thermoskyn harnesses the power of nanotechnology, controlling body climate and boasting superior stain, water and oil resistant properties.
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