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• performance codes
The Première Vision Performance Codes were created to highlight the specific properties or qualities of fabrics created by weaver - exhibitors, whether these qualities are visible or not.
In the fabric listing of its catalogue, Première Vision includes a key providing the 24 pictograms and their definitions.
The Première Vision Performance Codes are registered trademarks. Worldwide rights reserved©. All use outside Première Vision must be preceded by a fully detailed request made in writing to Première Vision headquarters in Lyon (France).
production respectueuse (responsible production)
Fabric whose manufacturing is environmentally responsible, and/or integrates fair trade principles and respect for human labour.
wind-proof
Property of a fabric that consists of blocking wind, through a weave, impregnation or membrane.
résistance au chlore (chlorine resistant)
Property of a fabric to resist chlorine products, either in the course of its production cycle or during use, thanks to the employment of specific fibres or dyes (resistance to pool water and to chlorine-water stains, control of the level of bleaching).
naturellement stretch (naturally stretch)
A fabric that stretches in the warp and/or the weft, which regains its initial dimensions after stretching. Property obtained without the use of elastane, by a mechanical retraction of the yarn, or by chemically treating the fabric.
mono-stretch
A fabric that stretches in the warp or the weft, and which regains its initial dimensions after stretching. This property is obtained through the use of elastane, textured yarns or yarns of an elastic nature.
bi-stretch
A fabric that stretches in the warp and the weft, and which regains its initial dimensions after stretching. This property is obtained through the use of elastane, textured yarns or yarns of an elastic nature.
easy-care
Property of a fabric aimed at easing its domestic use.
Property of a fabric permitting quick drying thanks to the specificity of its fibres and/or its structure, and/or a hydrophobic treatment.
water-repellent
Finishing process which enables a fabric to resist penetration by water in its liquid form, by oil or dirt. Liquids run off the fabrics without penatrating it.
water-proof
Property of a fabric which stops water going through.
breathable-waterproof
Property of a fabric which stops liquid water going through but allows perspiration to exit.
breathing
Property of a fabric that consists of wicking humidity from the body to the exterior thanks to fibres properties and/or properties inherent in its structure. A dry micro-climate can thus be maintained between skin and clothing.
coating
Finishing process which deposits a specific product on the surface of a fabrics to give it special qualities.
membrane
Very thin synthetic film, bonded onto a fabric, either freely inserted or laminated, to give it water and wind proofing- whilst retaining breathability.
multi-layer
Cloth obtained by a bonding process of two or more materials - each with its distinct properties.
double-face
Cloth presenting two different sides ; each with its specific function.
climatic
Property of a fabric that controls the temperature of the fibre in order to protect the body from exterior climatic conditions- be they hot or cold.
thermal
Property of a cloth which regulates the temperature of a fibre in order to retain a dry and warm micro-climate between skin and garment in order to avoid body chill.
fleece
Type of double-knit bouclé knit, intensely raised on one face or on both, producing a fleece effect.
stain-resistance
Finishing treatment intended to prevent dirt from attaching to fibres.
Function added to a fabic via a special treatment of the fibre and blocking the UV rays that are dangerous to the skin with a protection factor of over 30.
anti-bacterial
Chemical process applied to a cloth to stop the development of bacteria caused by perspiration.
high-resistance
Property of a fabric to resist tearing and/or abrasion, through the use of high tenacity fibres.
reflecting
Property of a cloth that reflects the light. This term includes fluorescents, phosphorescents and retroreflexive.
