ComDry™ Unidirectional Water-Transport Fabric
ComDry™ utilizes unidirectional water-transport technology that creates a directional moisture flow from the inner layer (next to skin) to the outer layer of the fabric. The technology uses engineered fiber cross-sections and surface treatments to create a capillary gradient that actively pulls perspiration away from the skin and promotes rapid evaporation on the fabric surface.
This innovation represents a significant advancement over traditional moisture-wicking fabrics, which rely on diffusion and can become saturated under high-intensity conditions. ComDry's unidirectional transport ensures that moisture moves away from the body even when the fabric is wet, maintaining comfort and preventing the clammy feeling associated with saturated performance wear. The technology is commercially available and used by major athletic brands in high-performance sportswear.
The technology addresses a fundamental challenge in athletic apparel: maintaining comfort and performance during intense physical activity. As consumers demand better performance from their activewear and brands compete on technical innovation, advanced moisture management technologies like ComDry represent the evolution of functional textiles that actively manage the body's microclimate rather than passively responding to it.
Related Organizations
The owner and developer of the ComDry™ trademark and technology, which uses specialized fiber cross-sections for unidirectional moisture transport.
Japanese outdoor brand famous for its 'Elemental Layer', a hydrophobic mesh worn under base layers to force moisture away from the skin unidirectionally.
Produces 'Nanofront', a high-strength polyester nanofiber used in sportswear, gloves, and skin care applications.
The original developer of elastane (spandex) fiber, providing the core ingredient for compression fabrics.
Produces 'Power Dry', a bi-component knit construction that uses different yarns on either side of the fabric to create a mechanical wicking action.
Swiss textile innovator known for '3XDRY', a treatment that makes the outside water repellent and the inside water absorbent for directional flow.
Developed TransDRY® technology, which allows cotton fabrics to manage moisture unidirectionally, mimicking synthetic performance.
Known for their 'Pro Zero' and functional base layers that use channel-knitted polyester to transport moisture away from the body.
Develops textile chemical finishes like HeiQ Smart Temp and HeiQ Dry to enhance moisture management and wicking properties.
Performance underwear brand that utilizes advanced knitting structures (Transtex) to move moisture from the inner to outer layer.
