Textile Innovation

Ep. 124: Sustainable wearable technology advances


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The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Dan English, CEO at sporting goods manufacturer VOORMI.

Voormi is merging advanced textile innovation with new technology to create sustainable, high-performance apparel. In this episode English delves into the company’s Mij™ innovation, a wearable technology that tracks thermal stress in real-time. 

Mij has been designed to help individuals better manage their body temperature for optimised health. Using advanced senor-based textile technology Mij is integrated into everyday garments to monitor body temperature and humidity continuously, giving users real-time insights into their personal ‘thermal performance’. 

English explains how Voormi is committed to solving problems, pushing boundaries, and empowering its customers with apparel that can adapt to the world and environment. 

Delving performance and sustainability, he also touches upon smart textiles and the challenges and opportunities when it comes to developing and implementing sustainable technologies. To learn more please visit voormi.com

You can listen to the episode above, or via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. To discuss any of our topics, get in touch by following and connecting with WTiN in LinkedIn, or email [email protected] directly. To explore sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected].

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