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Conquer the Outdoors with Pioneering RUDOLF Technologies

Explore Further, Reach Higher, Stay Protected

Whether you are hiking, climbing or just exploring, the right outdoor clothing is essential for comfort and performance. Water repellent and breathable textiles keep you dry and protected from the elements. Solutions inspired by nature ensure that you can effortlessly navigate even through the most challenging terrain.

With the perfect functionality of compact and ultra-lightweight technical fabrics that guarantee maximum speed and performance. Stay focused and ready for any alpine adventure with the confidence that your technical outerwear will support you from start to finish.

Water repellent

Water repellent agents based on the fluorine-free BIONIC-FINISH® ECO technology achieve outstanding, permanent effects at the highest level. For specific challenges, a coordinated product range is available.

Waterproof

RUDOLF offers the ECO-VENT® technology, a water-based PU coating. This waterproof coating ensures excellent water vapour permeability and thus reduces heat loss. ECOVENT® is an environmentally friendly, solvent- and formaldehyde-free coating system.

Soil Release

Using FERAN® gives the fibre surface of synthetic and cellulosic textiles with a long-lasting protective layer that prevents stains from adhering. This innovative treatment ensures that dirt and stains can be easily removed during washing, keeping clothing looking new for longer.

Soft Touch

RUDOLF offers a wide range of products in the soft touch segment to create the experience of absolute softness. With the comprehensive portfolio of RUCOFIN® and PERRUSTOL® technologies from RUDOLF, customised and sustainable solutions can be developed for specific requirements.

Textile Care

RUDOLF develops and produces solutions for the care of high-quality and functional surfaces, with a focus on textiles and leather. These solutions can be used to achieve effective properties such as water repellency, freshness or softness. The renewal of high-performance, long-lasting effects extends the life cycle of consumer goods and thus increases their sustainability.

Abrasion Resistance

Sportswear often shows significant signs of wear after repeated use. However, by using high-quality RUCO-PUR® solution in the finishing process, the material becomes much more abrasion-resistant and shows fewer signs of wear.

Hygiene and Freshness

Moisture and warmth provide ideal conditions for the microorganisms responsible for unpleasant odours. With PRISTINE, RUDOLF has developed a high-performance, effective and durable finish that protects against these odours and ensures maximum comfort during outdoor activities.

Moisture Management

Textiles treated with HYDROCOOL® efficiently absorb and distribute moisture over a large area on the outside. This moisture-wicking and quick-drying function ensures that the skin stays dry and feels comfortable, especially during strenuous activities.

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Textile Application, Examination Techniques and Certifications

Our Rudolf products are certified to the highest standards and tested for effectiveness in our service laboratories. Many products are bluesign® and GOTS certified, Inditex-listed and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified. In addition, the fluorine-free DWR product RUCO-DRY® ECO CGR is characterised by a very high measured content of biobased carbon.

We also support the ZDHC initiatives for a toxic-free textile production. These certificates and tests ensure that our products are environmentally friendly, functional and durable.

Relevant Test methods

At RUDOLF we are offering a various amount of relevant test methods. For Outerwear the following test methods could be of interest:

  • Spray test: AATCC 22/ISO 4920
  • Determination of water-repellency of fabrics to the Bundesmann rain-shower test: DIN EN 29865
  • Biocide Test Method: ASTM-E2149; AATCC 100
  • Absorbency: AATCC 79 TEGEWA Water drop test
  • UV-Protection Factor (UPF) acc. to AATCC 183:2004

FAQ's

An overview of frequently asked questions

  • What is the best choice for a C0-DWR-finish?

    Our BIONIC-FINISH® ECO technology is the perfect...

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  • Do we have to change the process when changing from C6 to C0?

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  • Which care labels are important for a durable DWR-performance?

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  • What are the advantages of HYDROCOOL®?

    Our HYDROCOOL® products elevate the comfort of your textiles and keep you refreshed even in an active lifestyle...

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