Austria-based cellulosic fiber manufacturer Lenzing AG has introduced ProModal®, a blend of Lenzing
Modal® and Tencel® fibers that combines Modal’s soft hand with Tencel’s moisture absorption,
skin-sensitive properties and strength.
ProModal is blended using a specific blending ratio of the two fibers developed for this
particular application. According to Lenzing, textiles made with the blended fiber exhibit enhanced
tear strength and bursting pressure, and a soft hand with increased fullness. ProModal can be used
alone in knitwear and also can be blended with cotton.
To assist manufacturers licensed to market fabrics using the ProModal brand, Lenzing has
established the ProModal Club, through which it offers technical support services related to fabric
production as well as marketing and processing advice. According to the company, members also can
optimize their supply chain management, and retailers and brands can receive sourcing support.
Lenzing also is promoting the sustainability of ProModal, which is extracted from wood. The
company points out that the fiber blend has a yield approximately six times higher than that of
cotton, and its production consumes 10 to 20 times less water.
November/December 2008
