Direct.Dry and Nikwax Hydrophobic Down were highlighted in four ISPO award-winning clothes.
[Dec. 10, 2024, Seattle, WA] — Nikwax’s PFAS-free industrial solutions were showcased at the ISPO Munich tradeshow from December 3–5, where Outdoor Research, Mammut, and BLACKYAK all took up the coveted ISPO Design Award for goods that used Nikwax’s superior technologies.
Prioritising recycled fabrics and PFAS-free, high-performing waterproofing using Nikwax’s Direct, Outdoor Research‘s Foray and Aspire 3L jackets are the first technical outdoor clothing in the industry to be certified carbon-neutral.DWR applied in a dry factory.
Alex Lauver, Senior Director of Materials Innovations, stated, “Nikwax Direct.Dry allowed us to give our customers a real alternative to traditional DWR treatments, giving them a high-performing solution that fits with the growing demand for environmentally responsible products.” as well as sustainability.
Nikwax’s Direct.Dry receives the maximum possible score on the AATCC22 Spray Rating Test, 95–100. A factory-applied industrial DWR solution from Direct.Dry removes persistent PFAS while withstanding the rigours of outdoor customers. Additionally, Direct.Dry’s high wash durability The rating remains at 100 after five washes, drops to 80 after twenty, and then rises back to 100 following treatment with Nikwax waterproofers and technical washes.
Mammut’s Eiger Nordwand Pro Down IN Hooded Parka, and BLACKYAK’s Watusi Hooded Expedition Down Jacket and Watusi G2 Expedition Suit also won ISPO awards. The items feature Nikwax Hydrophobic Down (NHD), the high-performing, industry-leading PFAS-free waterproof down fill.
“We have been perfecting PFAS-free waterproofing solutions for over four decades,” said Brian Davidson, CEO of Nikwax. “We are very pleased to be able to apply that expertise to industrial solutions to help our partners make the transition away from PFAS in their manufacturing process.”
For 47 years, Nikwax has offered both brands and consumers a full range of aftercare solutions that are easy to use, PFAS-free, and durable. Now, Nikwax is offering factory applied solutions that are complimented by well-known consumer cleaning and waterproofing products that help extend the life and performance of outdoor gear. Brands interested in exploring how they too can utilize Nikwax industrial solutions to comply with regulations can contact Brian Davidson at Brian.Davidson@nikwax.com.