MIDLAND, Mich., July 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Dow Corning
Corporation, a leading innovator in silicone solutions for the
textile industry, has introduced its patent pending DEFLEXION™
impact-protection technology based on silicones. The
DEFLEXION™ technology platforms are engineered for protective
equipment and apparel in a flexible, breathable form.
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DEFLEXION™ technology is a performance textile and
impact-absorbing material in one that is designed to protect
without the added bulk and stiffness of traditional padding.
DEFLEXION™ technology offers textiles that are flexible,
breathable, washable and durable; and can be cut and sewn directly
into clothing, eliminating the need to insert uncomfortable
padding.
"DEFLEXION™ from Dow Corning offers premium impact protection
that is flexible, breathable, and washable," said Dr. Liz Mallen, business development manager, Dow
Corning Textiles. "Overall, designers and consumers are getting far
more choices. Unlike bulky, hard-armor systems, DEFLEXION™ from Dow
Corning provides silicone-based textile technologies which are very
comfortable to wear in terms of fit, freedom of movement and
temperature control."
Innovative DEFLEXION™ technology is suitable for a multitude of
applications in products such as: sports apparel, equipment and
footwear, medical devices, personal protective equipment and
luggage.
Dow Corning has been a leader in silicone material science for
over 60 years and is always exploring innovative application
opportunities. Find out more about Dow Corning's selection of
products, services and technology solutions at
www.dowcorning.com/deflexion.
About DEFLEXION™ from Dow Corning
DEFLEXION™ from Dow Corning (www.dowcorning.com/deflexion)
offers a range of impact-protection technologies that allow for the
easy creation of high-performance protective apparel and equipment.
DEFLEXION™ technologies focus on providing exceptional comfort,
enhanced fit, superior freedom of movement and due to the unique
stability of silicones, performance over a broad range of
temperatures. Unlike traditional soft armor protection, DEFLEXION™
products are able to achieve high levels of protection, while
remaining comfortable and stylish.
About Dow Corning
Dow Corning (dowcorning.com) provides performance-enhancing
solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers
worldwide. A global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology
and innovation, Dow Corning offers more than 7,000 products and
services via the company's Dow Corning® and XIAMETER®
brands. Dow Corning is equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company
(NYSE: DOW) and Corning, Incorporated (NYSE: GLW). More than half
of Dow Corning's annual sales are outside the United States.
SOURCE Dow Corning Corporation