Helm is proud to introduce FIBRETECH fabrics to the market.

FIBRETECH attributes:

• Made from up-cycled raw materials starting from coal, mined in SA
• 100% made in SA (protecting jobs in the entire value chain)
• +90% local content (colour pigments imported from Europe & USA)
• Materials made in ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 certified facilities locally
• Low Carbon Footprint due to:
  - Lower temperatures needed to manufacture the fabrics = much lower than any other fibre (man-made or natural)
  - No water used for for the dying of the yarn = no waster-waters to be purified
  - short transport route – all made in SA
• No PFC’s used
• Inherently dirt repellent
• Excellent Anti-Static properties
• Resistant to chemicals, fungi (mold) and bacteria (ideal for clinics and hospitals)
• 100% recyclable (up to 10x)
• Washable at 30 degrees
• Strong and durable = 100 000 rubs (dependant on surface texture)
• High colour-fastness to light
• Thermo-regulating for optimal comfort in all conditions.

Our soil and water repellent fabrics, treated with our fabric protector EASYCLEAN® by TEXTIFIN helps with easily removing most of the accidental non chemical spills and dirt which can happen in a home, entertainment, public or office environment.

EASYCLEAN® is engineered to the latest international standards, conforming to international environmental codes of practices.