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Today, breathability is not merely a perk in fabric, but a standard and expected characteristic for consumers wearing sportswear, loungewear, and general apparel. A breathable fabric allows the body to remain cool, dry, and comfortable throughout a wide range of conditions. Of all the eco-friendly fibers readily available, Tencel Lyocell is renowned for its unique, superior airflow and moisture management capabilities. For more than twenty years, the expert team at Shaoxing City Ohyeah Textile Co., Ltd. has dedicated itself to perfecting eco-friendly knit fabrics. Our extensive experience working with Tencel Lyocell has shown us just what this remarkable fiber can bring to modern applications.
The Unique Fiber Structure That Allows Air to Flow
At the fiber level, breathability begins with physical fiber structure. Tencel Lyocell fibers possess a smooth, round cross-section with a built-in capillary system that creates tiny channels throughout each fiber. These channels promote natural airflow through the entire fiber structure, unlike synthetic fibers which often have very poor air transmission that can trap heat and moisture. This characteristic is even enhanced in knit fabric form. The natural looped construction of knits inherently creates many tiny air pockets between yarns. Coupled with the porous structure of the Tencel Lyocell fiber, this creates a fabric that is extremely airy, light, and cool against the skin. At Ohyeah Textile, we have more than 100 circular knitting machines dedicated to producing consistent stitch geometry. This maintain airflow with knit Tencel Lyocell fabric and prevent breathability from being lost during knitting.
Moisture Management That Prevents Clamminess
Beyond simple air permeability, breathability requires efficient moisture management. When the body perspires and moisture is trapped against the skin by a standard fabric, a sticky, clammy feeling results. Tencel Lyocell is exceptionally good at both absorbing and releasing moisture. The fiber takes in moisture at a rate superior to cotton while releasing it into the atmosphere extremely quickly. This characteristic effectively eliminates the undesirable "clammy" feel in many performance and lifestyle fabrics. This characteristic is incredibly valuable in modern apparel that functions across many applications. From activewear and sportswear to travel clothing and everyday knits, Tencel Lyocell helps to keep you dry and comfortable, so you can stay focused. Our Quality Control team closely monitors every step of our production to maintain this essential characteristic. From pre-treatment to dyeing and finishing, we ensure that harsh chemicals-which can block the natural pores of the fiber and reduce breathability and softness-are kept to a minimum. We ensure all of our knit fabrics are properly processed for color fastness (4-5) and with shrinkage of below 5%.
Year Round Comfort for Diverse Clothing Categories
One of the most powerful aspects of Tencel Lyocell fiber is that it functions as effectively in both warm and cool weather. The natural breathability of the fiber helps keep one from overheating in hot climates, while its superior wicking ability prevents the chill one often experiences after working up a sweat in colder weather. For these reasons, Tencel Lyocell knitted fabrics are ideal for items that are designed to be worn year-round. Ohyeah Textile has created a number of excellent, eco-friendly alternative fabrics using Tencel Lyocell fibers. Our primary alternative fabric products include organic cotton and modal blends, recycled polyester blends, and bamboo lyocell fabric. Each fabric has been specifically designed and produced to integrate all necessary performance characteristics from a breathability standpoint, along with application-specific qualities such as recovery, elasticity, and thickness. We currently employ five experts dedicated to designing and producing the best eco-friendly fabrics. They possess extensive knowledge on how to optimize every fabric for your specific needs.
Certified Quality That Supports Responsible Production
Breathability is only meaningful if it stems from an ethical and responsible manufacturing process. The process by which Tencel Lyocell is made is unique, as almost all of the solvents and water used in the production process can be recovered and reused. This creates a closed-loop system and makes Tencel Lyocell one of the most environmentally conscious fibers available today. At Ohyeah Textile, we support this excellent quality with certifications that run from the very first stage of our process all the way through to the finished product. We supply OEKO-TEX certification from the yarn all the way through to the finished product and will supply GOTS, OCS, or GRS certification as needed by your application and the customer. With a large 1000-square-meter facility and 200 employees working across 20 dye vats, we maintain tight quality control. Our dedicated Quality & Control team ensures every aspect of the Tencel Lyocell knit fabric meets strict standards for breathability, hand, and durability.
A Practical Choice for Brands and Designers
When it comes to the performance and comfort needed within collections of any kind from kids to athletics to loungewear, Tencel Lyocell is an easy and highly effective solution. If your company would like to utilize the superior breathability, soft hand, and beautiful drape of Tencel Lyocell knits, our facility at Ohyeah Textile is perfectly suited to fulfill your every need. We produce 200 tons of high-quality, eco-friendly knit fabric per month to meet large-scale production demands. Contact us today to learn how adding Tencel Lyocell knits from Ohyeah Textile can bring the benefit of superior breathability your brand’s newest collections.
