OC1 is an innovative skin-friendly finish certified to Öko-Tex Class 1 – the highest possible classification, which is only awarded to products suitable for use for babies and small children up to the age of three – and ideal for use in garments worn next to the skin and/or in warm working conditions.

Dermatologically tested and proven to be safe for sensitive skins, OC1 has been specifically designed to provide wearers with additional levels of comfort and confidence, as well as exceptional protection. It is available, on request, on a wide range of Klopman workwear and protectivewear fabrics.

Working in occupations and conditions requiring the protection of flame retardant garments requires great care and attention as well as exacting and high levels of concentration at all times. It is therefore essential that personnel performing this work are as comfortable as possible.

In recognition of this requirement, Klopman has developed Soft Plus, a dedicated soft finish for its Flamesafe range of FR fabrics with PROBAN®.

Utilising advanced technology the Soft Plus finish makes FR fabrics measurably softer, as proven in tests carried out by independent French testing house IFTH, whilst maintaining the flame retardant properties of the PROBAN® finish.

The Soft Plus finish is available as standard on Scala FR and Challenger 5000 FR and as an option on the other fabrics in the Flamesafe PROBAN® range.

Even with slight exertion, the human body releases up to half a litre of water an hour. The greater the exertion, the greater the warmth and moisture produced, which in turn creates the ideal conditions for the growth of bacteria and fungi which convert the moisture into perspiration causing potential problems of staining and odours.

This is not only unpleasant, it is also harmful to the garments.

Klopman's Sanitized® finish has been specifically designed to keep fabrics fresher for longer. Dermatologically tested and safe for sensitive skins, as well as providing long-lasting antimicrobial protection it also acts as a built-in deodorant to enhance the freshness, confidence and well-being of the wearer and protect the garment from staining and fabric degradation.

Designed to last for the lifetime of the garment, even after repeated washing, Klopman's Sanitized® fabrics are ideal for applications where image, comfort, long-lasting smartness and durability are important concerns.

Also taking advantage of the benefits of the unique Sanitized® antimicrobial finish, Klopman offers a number of more technical fabrics in the Bioguard range of specialist protectivewear fabrics:

Bioguard is a unique range of fabrics developed by Klopman, designed to give long-lasting antimicrobial protection through a unique Sanitized® treatment.

The presence and growth of bacteria and fungi on garments and associated risks of cross-contamination rapidly increase wherever people are working, especially when under pressure or in warm working conditions.

Bacteria can even be present in freshly-laundered garments so regular washing is not necessarily the solution.

In addition to being unhygienic, these micro-organisms can cause unsightly staining and unpleasant odours, making wearers feel uneasy about their personal freshness.

A choice of five fabrics is available in a range of weights from 150gsm to 215gsm and a choice of cotton-rich, polyester/cotton and 100% polyester lint free blends, comparable to proven best-selling Klopman fabrics - Prima, Crossover and Superbandmaster in the image workwear range.

Bioguard fabrics are particularly suitable for garments worn in healthcare, pharmaceutical, clean area and other critical hygiene environments as well as garments for the retail and service sectors.

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An innovative finish that improves both the crease resistance and crease recovery of a fabric. The finish also contributes easy care qualities, helping to enhance a garment's overall smartness and appearance.

Available as standard on all Klopman image workwear fabrics it is extremely durable and improves the smooth-drying properties of garments that are industrially laundered.

Developed by Klopman, the Comfort+ finish has been specifically designed to bring exceptional standards of wearer comfort to image workwear. It is a well proven fact that a fabric's comfort factor can have a crucial influence on the all-round working efficiency of the wearer. Comfort+ finish combines wearer protection with superior thermophysiological and sensorial properties ­ scientifically measurable characteristics that determine the comfort of a fabric worn next to the skin.

Thermophysiological properties are those of heat and moisture transfer through the fabric. Sensorial properties are those of hand or feel. In Comfort+ these properties combine to give comfort levels unrivalled by comparable conventional fabrics.

The superior performance of Comfort+ finish has been proven in independent research involving comparative tests with conventional fabrics of equivalent yarn composition and weight.

These tests, including the use of human skin model testing techniques, were carried out by the Clothing Physiology Department of the Hohenstein Research Institute, a foremost authority on textile performance evaluation.

Comfort+ is available as a standard finish on Superbandmaster, Indestructible, Dynamite poly/cotton fabrics and Winchester cotton-rich fabric.

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Hydrofoil is an exclusive Klopman finish that conforms to EN 13034 and EN368 for protection against liquid chemicals. It repels water and oil-based fluids more effectively than any other comparable finish. Utilising Du Pont's Teflon HT fabric protector, Hydrofoil takes advantage of recent developments in nanotechnology to provide a finish with up to twice the performance retention of existing fabric finishes, with more durable repellency than existing fabric finishes.

The Hydrofoil finish resists soiling, enhances a garment's long-term appearance and smartness and improves the fabric hand. It is available as standard on Superbandmaster and Indestructible poly/cotton fabrics.

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