Textile Technologies

What is a textile technology?

The knowledge about mineral infused fabrics, their properties and uses, has its origin in China, where it is part of an ancient tradition. Modern science has since been able to identify several reasons behind the beneficial effects; all related to FIR and its influence on tissues, especially blood vessels.

Far infrared energy appears to have particularly beneficial effects on biological tissues and is well known to stimulate blood flow. In addition, FIR is often perceived to relieve stiffness and discomfort in muscles and joints, as well as optimise performance and support recovery.

Some areas of application:

  • Osteoarthritis / stiffness
  • Exercise pain / overexertion
  • Swelling / inflammation

The tangible part of a textile technology consists of the actual minerals, their different combinations and degrees of grinding – fine or coarse. A textile technology also includes the high-temperature process that permanently fuses the minerals into the threads of the fabric of choice. The minerals are responsible for the effect of infrared energy.

The "Back on Track effect"

What makes us unique is the fusion of an innovative textile technology with a perfectly adapted functional fabric. This makes the materials in our products “active” - and infuses them with the "Back on Track Effect".  

Our functional fabrics are chosen depending on the desired properties of the end products, such as breathability, stretchiness, warmth, softness, moisture wicking ability, durability, thickness and stability.

The design gives additional properties to the end products, such as shape, support, fit and comfort for the wearer.

back on track material infograph

Welltex®

The Welltex® technology creates the strongest FIR-effect. The minerals of Welltex® are the strongest emitters of infrared electromagnetic energy, meaning they have the highest emissivity value and give the greatest effect. This technology is therefore applied to all fabrics used in therapeutic garments, supports, protections and braces. The most potent material is Power Waffle®, used to line saddle pads as well as some horse rugs and dog coats. 

The nature of the Welltex® minerals places certain requirements on the fabric. Since they are somewhat coarse-grinded in order to give off a strong FIR-effect, they can only be melted into resilient and durable textile fibers. This makes for a good match; a strong and sturdy material is suitable for therapeutic products and this product category also needs to provide the strongest effect. 

Welltex® is also used in soft linings, comfortable base layer clothing, 4-way stretch materials and warm fleece.

Unique features

  • Traditional knowledge & modern technology
  • Natural minerals
  • Strong reflection of infrared energy
  • May increase blood circulation
  • Resilient and durable textile
  • Breathable
Iontex technology diagram of how textile works

Iontex®

The Iontex®technology is perfectly adapted to sportswear, since it can be applied to thinner functional fabrics with high breathability and moisture-wicking properties. The minerals are ground into finer particles and can therefore be carried by lightweight, airy, slender and very stretchy textiles. They give a slightly less powerful FIR-effect, but garments made from such fabrics are instead quick to dry, feel cool and offer some degree of odor control.

Unique features

  • Highly breathable 
  • Moisture-wicking 
  • Dries quickly 
  • Odor-control
Haematex technology diagram of how textile works

Haematex™

The Haematex®technology is used in our breeches.

Like Iontex®, the FIR-effect is less intense, and the greatest emphasis is instead on properties conveyed by the functional fabric. The material is elastic, ultra-light and moisture wicking, chosen specifically for its ability to retain shape and offer support for the rider. The fabric makes for stylish equestrian fashion items with a high degree of comfort and function.

Unique features

  • Ultralight and highly breathable 
  • Moisture-wicking 
  • Form-fitting elastic material
Cool on track technology diagram of how textile works

Cool on Track™️

Cool on Track™️ is a technical, cooling material that is used when making the items belonging to the collection of the same name. The properties of the material are due its high absorbency; that is, its great capacity to soak up large amounts of water - much like a sponge cloth for the kitchen. When the water evaporates, the material will provide a pleasant, refreshing effect. The surface does not feel wet, but cold. No chemicals are involved.  

The products are intended to help animals regulate their body temperature and better withstand heat. Cool on Track™ is an excellent material for this application as it provides cooling continuously and can be soaked down as needed.

Unique features

  • Cooling by evaporation
  • Durable mesh
  • High absorbency