Athletes to Benefit from a 20% Increase in Caloric Burn with Innovative Kinesiology-Integrated Activewear
General Silicones (GS), a renowned leader in silicone products, has announced an exciting collaboration with the Latvian activewear startup, Phystep. This partnership is set to reshape the sportswear industry by harnessing GS’s cutting-edge Compo-SiL silicone rubber technology, offering athletes an extraordinary advantage – a remarkable 20% increase in caloric burn with every move.
Phystep’s ingenious approach involves incorporating kinesiology into their activewear, redefining the boundaries of what sportswear can achieve. Their secret weapon? The groundbreaking Compo-SiL adhesion technology, which seamlessly integrates with GS’s customised silicone elastic film to provide athletes with unprecedented performance benefits. The result is activewear that not only looks good but also enhances an athlete’s performance like never before.
The Compo-SiL SR series, the backbone of this innovation, brings together the best of resilience, stretchability, and skin-friendliness in a durable material. Even after extended wear and numerous washes, this silicone rubber material retains its shape and elasticity. Phystep’s founder, Agris Muskars, was emphatic in his praise for the Compo-SiL SR series, stating, “We’ve tried dozens of materials, but only the Compo-SiL SR series delivered the essential shape retention and skin-friendly features that set it apart in our industry.”
What sets the Compo-SiL technology apart is its versatility. Ideal for both medical and athletic applications, the SR series is the go-to choice for companies seeking to elevate their products with kinesiology taping or elastic therapeutic tape. This versatility extends to a wide range of end-products, from medical and sports protective gear to compression garments and supportive apparel, including leggings and joint supports.
One of the remarkable aspects of the Compo-SiL technology is its malleable properties, providing a vast canvas for innovation. The 1.4-meter-wide Compo-SiL sheets can be easily cut and are shipped in rolls, making them readily adaptable to existing roll-to-roll mass production processes. This patented technology allows the silicone rubber to firmly bond to textile surfaces through standard PUR or hot melt adhesion.
Agris Muskars further emphasized the advantages of the Compo-SiL SR series, stating, “Typical heat transfer materials come in sizes of 1m x 0.5m, which limits resource optimization. The Compo-SiL SR series, however, is produced in a more accommodating 1.4-meter width, making it easier for us to cut efficiently.”
Phystep’s pioneering application of Compo-SiL technology is just the tip of the iceberg. Beyond its current utility, Compo-SiL sheets can be enhanced to incorporate various value-additions like antibacterial and antiviral functionalities, flame resistance, and anti-slip properties, providing endless possibilities for innovation.
General Silicones encourages forward-thinking product managers across various sectors to seize this moment and catalyze innovation and diversification through Compo-SiL technology. With this revolutionary partnership between GS and Phystep, the world of sportswear is on the brink of a transformation that will benefit athletes and enthusiasts alike, pushing the boundaries of what activewear can achieve.