Fibers

Fibers are the source of yarn, they are either continuous or in form of staple. They are spun to form yarn that is knitted to become fabric. We ensure the base of our product is of the finest quality so we could deliver our customer a fine product. We make sure the source of our fiber is ethical and without any contamination that could result affecting the consumer’s skin.

Bellow is the list of some fibers procured by us. We are not limited to the following but they are included in the range.

Cotton

Cotton is the largest source of textile’s fiber. Being in Pakistan we enjoy open availability of inland cotton. Moreover we procure Pima cotton from USA and Egyptian long staple Cotton.
At Kay & Emms we have dedicated team to make sure that cotton we procure in form of fiber or yarn is contamination free and cultivated without using harmful pesticides so called organic cotton. We prefer buying Cotton from Fair Trade sources.
Cotton is normally used fine carded and combed to result in a combination of fine staple lengths.

Cordura® NYCO by Invista

CORDURA® NYCO fabrics offer comfortable durability in military uniforms, workwear, and casual clothing.  Based on an intimate blend of cotton and INVISTA’s T420 nylon 6.6 fiber, CORDURA® NYCO fabrics provide exceptional abrasion resistance, comfort, and durability. Clothes made with CORDURA® NYCO fabrics are durable, stylish and always ready to work overtime under some of the toughest workplace conditions. To summarize; it’s Lightweight and strong. CORDURA® NYCO fabrics are constructed with qualifying INVISTA yarns which are knitted, dyed and finished in accordance with INVISTA's approved fabric standards for the CORDURA® brand.
Kay & Emms is the only company in Asia authorized to knit NYCO fabrics.

For more info: www.cordura.com

Coolmax® by Invista

COOLMAX® fabric is not only an original wicking performance fabric that moves moisture away from the skin, keeping people cool and comfortably dry all day long, it is also a power brand that drives the imagination of consumers and the trade with rapid innovation and technical advancement.

COOLMAX® fabric enables the wearer to improve personal performance.  It allows consumers to perform at their optimum for longer because it keeps bodies cool, dry and comfortable. As a result, the fabric can help improve focus and enhance endurance.  It is a dynamic, successful brand for high achievers who never settle for the status quo. It is linked to high design and engineered apparel.  COOLMAX® fabric is a brand for winners on the cutting edge.

As consumers all over the world become more aware of what today’s “intelligent” clothing can offer, COOLMAX® fabric is becoming an even more powerful brand.

Interesting facts

<Moisture management + breathability = total comfort>

Breathability - The performance of COOLMAX® fabric is inherent in the structure itself.  The specially engineered fibers allow fabric designers to create high-performance fabrics that are soft, breathable, and moisture wicking.

Easy care - Garments made with COOLMAX® fabric are machine washable and dryable.  However, fabric softener and chlorine bleach should not be used.  Some garments may require special care because of the style, not the fabric.  It is best to read the care label inside the garment. 

Energy saving - COOLMAX® fabric is so quick drying that you actually reduce dryer use!  Just hang wet clothes and be amazed at how fast they dry.  Great for traveling, too!

Year-round comfort - In cold weather, COOLMAX® fabric is a great first layer, especially during high aerobic activities.  It keeps chill-inducing perspiration away from your skin and moves it to the outer layers for evaporation.  You stay warm when your body is dry.

For more info: www.cordura.com

Thermolite® by Invista

Delivering warmth without bulk, for extreme conditions and everyday activities. THERMOLITE® fabric contains proprietary INVISTA fibers and are categorized by performance level.

Thermolite® provides warmth and comfort without weight, even when wet. It’s the lightweight fabric that provides heavy-duty performance… because it’s fabric made with Thermolite® hollow-core fibres that trap air for greater insulation. Plus, wearers stay drier because it dries 20% faster than other insulating fabrics,and 50% faster than cotton. Thermolite® is the perfect layering fabric because it’s comfortable and lightweight, allowing more freedom of movement.

THERMOLITE® INSPIRED BY MOTHER NATURE

When DuPont scientists originally created Thermolite®, nature was their role model. They discovered that polar bears have fur containing thousands of tiny air pockets for greater insulation. From this simple discovery, Thermolite® and its and hollow-core fibres were born.

THERMOLITE® BUILT-IN INSULATION

Hollow-core fibre technology provides the most warmth at the lightest weight. The larger surface area allows for faster evaporation by speeding moisture away from the skin to the surface of the fabric where it can evaporate more quickly.

Winning the battle against cold Thermolite® has really proven its worth in the sporting environment. Without any kind of chemical treatment, the fabric guarantees optimum warmth coupled with moisture management during physical exertion.

Moisture is the enemy when it comes to sporting endeavors: moisture on the skin or on clothing not only makes the body shiver, but causes discomfort and may affect an athlete’s performance. The first layer of clothing clearly has to move this moisture away as quickly as possible. Thermolite® fulfils this role while keeping the body warm and dry. What’s more, less energy is used to heat the body and can therefore be refocused on stamina and performance.

Thermolite® provides warmth, from first layer to last. The benefits of the Thermolite® fabric extend far beyond the first layer. Both warm and light, it allows great freedom of movement, perfect qualities for a second layer. Meanwhile, the insulating properties of Thermolite® tops, leggings, fleeces, sweat-shirts and suits, etc. make them an ideal third layer for athletes, cyclists, skiers or snow boarders. Thermolite® offers its brilliant technology at every turn and guarantees constant warmth whatever the temperature.

From sports fabric to fashion fabric. Thermolite® has followed the trend of technical fabrics by moving from sport into everyday life. Having already demonstrated its virtues in sports,the innovative technical fabric became a natural choice for the ready-to-wear market.The perfect fabric for modern lifestyles. No matter how cold the climate, or how varying the temperature, Thermolite® helps active people with total comfort, whatever the situation.

Lightweight, soft, warm and comfortable, it meets the requirements of the ready-to-wear market. Thermolite® can be adapted to all kinds of clothes (trousers, dresses, tops, suits, etc.). Easy to care for (machine wash and dry), this fabric is just what the market is looking for.

Thermolite® combines functionality, comfort and contemporary design.

Both warm and light, it allows great freedom of movement and perfect qualities for work wear clothing. The benefits of Thermolite® fabric extend far beyond the firs layer.

Without any kind of chemical treatment, the fabric guarantees optimum warmth coupled with moisture management during a hard working day.

Thermolite® fabrics made of polyester fibre have optimum easy-care properties and outstanding durability, even when washed industrially - with a level of wearing comfort otherwise only possible with natural fibres.

Lycra® T-400 by Invista

For consumers around the world, the LYCRA® brand means freedom of movement – products containing LYCRA® fiber are simply more comfortable to wear. We use this fiber to create denim looking knitted wear.

Since LYCRA® T400® fiber is chlorine-resistant it can withstand bleaching and washing techniques not typically used on stretch denim. The latest treatments, such as antique finishes, whisker washing and sandblasting, can be applied to garments with excellent results. 

Stay Crease: 
LYCRA® T400® fiber helps to create jeans that hold a crease wash after wash. 

Vintage Styling: 
Sanding and whisker washing. 

Classic Sophistication: 
Deep indigo for a more sophisticated look. 

Comfort and Ease: 
Relaxed stretch for comfort and ease of movement. Garments not only fit well, but retain their shape, wear after wear. 

Branding: 
Fabrics made with LYCRA® T400® fiber and tested by INVISTA to meet with LYCRA® fiber performance standards are qualified to apply for the LYCRA® fiber brand. 

LYCRA® T400® fiber helps make novel denim styles that look and feel great.

LYCRA® and T400® are trademarks of INVISTA.

More information at http://www.lycra.com/

TENCEL® by Lenzing

TENCEL® is a cellulose fiber from Lenzing. It absorbs excess liquid and quickly releases it again into the atmosphere.

In contrast to synthetic fibers, with reduced wicking properties, TENCEL® offers unique moisture transport. The fibril structure of TENCEL® supports this natural fiber property, guaranteeing optimum conditions for the skin. Synthetic fibers cannot absorb moisture into the inside of the fiber.

More over it has smooth fiber structure than cotton and temperature control. It is irritation free which is suitable for sensitive skin.
TENCEL® does not give bacteria a chance to grow.

More information at www.tencel.at

Lenzing Modal® by Lenzing

Softness through and through. For more than 40 years, Lenzing Modal® has epitomized pure luxury and softness. The ultimate sensual feeling next to the skin. The fiber remains wonderfully soft even after repeated washing and retains its color brilliance. Lenzing Modal® is the ideal partner for body conscious clothing. Appropriate for day wear, intimate apparel and a variety of other products.

Lenzing Modal® is the softest temptation since textiles began. The superior softness factor makes Lenzing Modal® the softest fiber in the world and ideal for body conscious clothing. 

As soft as a feather. The low fiber stiffness of Lenzing Modal® makes it a natural softening agent. Combined with its smooth fiber surface, Lenzing Modal® guarantees softness. 

• Low fiber stiffness
• Smooth fiber surface
• Natural softening agent
• Highest color brilliance
  

The perfect blend. The fiber cross-section of Lenzing Modal® is similar to that of cotton ensuring that Lenzing Modal® is an optimum blending partner. Lenzing Modal®cannot only be blended with cotton to get optimum results. Like no other cellulose fiber, Lenzing Modal®harmonizes with other fibers – in a simple and uncomplicated manner. 

The secret lies in the combination. Lenzing Modal® and cotton are made for each 
other. Numerous parameters can be enhanced as a result of blending. There is for 
example, an improvement in yarn regularity and good tone-in-tone dyeing becomes 
possible. 

• Mercerizable
• More regular yarns
• Tone-in-tone dyeing in cotton blends
• Uncomplicated blending partner for many fiber

More information at www.modal.at

Tri-blend Yarns (Cotton-Viscose-Polyester)

Why should our customers be limited to core spun or couple of blends, when they could choose their own blends of fibers. A very common example of a tri-blend yarn is CVP (Cotton-Viscose-Polyester).
We don’t keep our clients in a limit. It’s your choice to choose a blend with a customizable ratio. It will be your blend, your ratio and your knit.

Micro Polyester

Microfiber is a fiber with less than 1 denier per filament. (Denier is a measure of linear density and is commonly used to describe the size of a fiber or filament. Nine thousand meters of a 1-denier fiber weigh one gram.) Fibers are combined to create yarns. Yarns are knitted or woven in a variety of constructions. While many microfibers are made of polyester, they can also be composed of polyamide (nylon) or other polymers.

At Kay & Emms we utilize the invention with readily available micro fibers. Most commonly used is Micro Polyester from Rupali.

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