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What can you do with DEFLEXION™ technology?

From motorcycle jackets to skateboarding shoes, DEFLEXION™ shock absorbing material from Dow Corning is being used to protect people and fragile objects in a broad range of situations. It can be stylishly incorporated into a garment such as a base layer shirt, it can be designed to create protective equipment, like a soccer shin guard, or it can be incorporated into protective cases for delicate equipment. Because this high performance fabric is flexible, it can be cut and sewn directly into clothing, eliminating the need to insert uncomfortable padding. It can be layered, so garments can be customized with increased levels of protection for specific areas. Further, our sports textiles are much less bulky than hard armor, allowing for more fashionable and comfortable designs that still provide the needed protection. These protective textiles provide the comfort that users want – premium fit, freedom of movement, heat minimization, and washability.

From rodeo vests to laptop sleeves, the shock absorbing properties of DEFLEXION™ products make it an ideal candidate for a broad range of applications.

See examples of DEFLEXION™ protective textiles in use:

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