Green Theme Technologies (GTT), creators of the PFAS-free and water-free EMPELĀ® textile finishing platform, now delivers advanced performance and a long term sustainability solution to the Japanese market.
EMPELĀ® is an unmatched solution for textile mills looking to provide clean, high-performance finishes, and GTT actively promotes this innovative technology to all relevant Japanese companies, including mills, manufacturers, and brands. YKK, the Japanese global leader in zipper manufacturing, has already adopted the EMPELĀ® technology into their manufacturing process and promotes the technology globally in their new DynaPelā¢ collection.
GTTās activities in Japan are supported by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. GTT has been approved for JETROās Invest Japan Support Program, which allows GTT to leverage its resources to set up an office in Japan in the future and for J-Bridge Program to forge relationships with prospective Japanese partners.
āJapanās textile market is a place of innovation and quality. Japanese mills understand that innovation is the path to keep their companies growing and competitive in the future,ā said Martin Flora, President of Business Development for GTT. āEMPELĀ® is a natural choice for any textile manufacturer looking to provide clean, high performance textile solutions for water repellency, stain resistance, and anti-wicking properties. We appreciate the support from JETRO in connecting us to the Japanese textile and fashion industries.ā
Internationally acclaimed Japanese brand YKK Fastening Products employs EMPELĀ® technology on their new DynaPelā¢ water-repellent zipper to eliminate the use of a PU film, making these new zippers easier to use, and more compatible with garment recycling systems. This innovative system won YKK a highly sought after ISPO Textrends Best Product Award.
