The cultivation of hemp plants offers significant ecological advantages. They can be grown in milder climates, such as in Europe, and require only small amounts of water. Up to no pesticides are needed. Additionally, the soil and biodiversity are protected, while maintaining a very good CO₂ balance.

The product combines the physiological and sustainable benefits of hemp with the comfort properties of a knitted fabric. The project developed a body mapping concept to create knitting structures that align with functional zones within the jacket.
The entire product development process, including fibre processing, spinning, knitting and finishing, was carried out in cooperation with local project partners.

This project was funded as part of the European Union’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, REACT-EU project (EFRE-0802061).

Material:

Hemp and Lyohemp

Technology:

- Open-end spinning
- Seamless flat knitting

Special quality:

There are different qualities according to the functional zones of the jacket like: Positive moisture and temperature properties, high abrasion resistance, padding and pressure relief.
Furthermore: zero-waste, recyclable, sustainable and regionally produced.

Contact:

E-Mail: Ellen.Bendt(at)hs-niederrhein.de
E-Mail: info(at)bache-innovative.de