This material is a domestically produced heat insulator and is designed for use in professional fields of human activity. The creation of the fabric is based on a special principle of connecting fibers, which involves the use of polyester microfibers.
In this article we will reveal several secrets and tell you what Shelter insulation is, we will turn to the main features of the texture, we will analyze the advantages and disadvantages, we will highlight the criteria for choosing clothes from it, and we will also tell you where it is used.
Production Features
Non-woven synthetic insulation is the result of research and extensive work by Russian chemists. In the production of textiles they use a special fiber – “Organic Fiber”, which is several times thinner than human hair.
How is dense filler made? Craftsmen make it using hot air. High temperatures help bond the material without the use of various harmful chemicals. This production method is environmentally friendly for nature and harmless to humans.
This technology used by scientists is called 4D. Thanks to this method, the fabric retains all its qualities for a long time and is maximally resistant to elastic deformation. Shelter insulation is used in construction (for various surfaces) and in textiles (for warm winter clothes).
For the first and second cases, there are a huge number of varieties, slightly different from each other in their indicators. For example, for the clothing industry - it is the most durable, reliable and warm.
Comparison with analogues
- In terms of hygienic and performance qualities, the shelter is comparable to Tinsulate and holofiber. These materials are its main competitors in the insulation market. It is important for the consumer that domestic shelter is cheaper than imported thinsulate, but more expensive than holofiber. Easy care
- The material can withstand repeated washing at temperatures up to 40°C without losing its shape. However, bulky items are recommended to be dry cleaned.
- After storing the products in a compressed form, you just need to shake them to restore their shape.
From 2011 to 2014, the unique insulation became the best fabric of the year. Undoubtedly, shelter is a material not only of the present, but also of the future. Its unparalleled durability and special properties will be in demand wherever reliable and high-quality heat is needed.
Main technical characteristics
Now let's take a closer look at the properties of the material. They vary slightly depending on the application, but the average values remain the same.
Let's look at the main indicators:
- The canvas can be used for a long time.
Thanks to the manufacturing technology, it is durable: the jacket will last you for several decades, and the construction raw materials will last for almost a century.
- Environmentally safe and does not pose a threat to health.
This is very important, since children can also come into contact with shelter insulation for clothing. Harmful chemical vapors from other tissues harm the general condition of the child and cause allergic reactions. Even during production it does not generate dust.
- Resistant to rodents, moths and moisture.
Most small pests do not favor polyester fibers, and therefore mice or moths will not get into your overalls. You can also be calm about mold: moisture is not retained, and the greenhouse effect does not occur.
- Does not oxidize and does not react with chemical reagents.
The fabric is resistant to many alkalis and acids. The material can be easily washed using regular powder.
- Belongs to the group of non-flammable fabrics.
Shelter clothing insulation is practically incapable of burning. It also has another important property: when exposed to fire, the fiber simply melts without emitting harmful substances into the atmosphere, including large amounts of acrid smoke.
- It varies in density depending on the type and purpose.
For clothing, lighter weight fabrics are used, for construction - maximum weight and density.
- Lets out steam.
Vapor permeability helps combat overheating and damage to walls when used as cladding. The filler helps maintain a favorable temperature in the room and under a warm jacket.
- Does not absorb moisture.
The canvas has virtually no tendency to get wet due to the materials used in production. Even if water gets on the fabric, it will not change its properties.
- Retains heat well.
The thermal conductivity coefficient of the insulation is quite low, and therefore you will be warm in a sheathed room or in a brand new jacket.
Recommendations for product care
In order to ensure long-term use of clothing, you must follow these simple rules:
- Smoothing using steam is not allowed.
- Before use, it is necessary to keep the material for 24 hours at room conditions.
- Washing in an automatic washing machine is allowed, subject to a gentle cycle.
Thus, as a rule, buyers do not have any problems with care.
How to wash in a washing machine
To maintain its thermal insulation qualities, you should pay attention to the markings on the fabric for washing; it must be washed under the following conditions:
- delicate wash cycle;
- no spin.
If possible, Shelter should be taken to professional establishments for special cleaning.
It is best to hang the material so that the water drains quickly. Non-contact steaming is also allowed.
Advantages of insulation
Shelter has a number of advantages over other thermal insulation fabrics.
The advantages include:
- Versatility of use.
A wide range of products helps you choose the option you need for textiles or construction.
- Eco-friendly and hypoallergenic.
This fiber is easily used when sewing children's clothing. They are also advised to insulate even such environmentally friendly buildings as wooden houses. All this is possible due to the fact that no harmful glue is used in production.
- Protection from getting wet.
Polyester does not retain moisture, and therefore the fiber almost always remains dry.
- Retains heat even with the smallest thickness.
The thickness of the filler starts from 50 mm. This indicator also indicates the thermal conductivity of the fabric.
Shelter® Profi AS
Shelter® Profi AS insulation is designed to insulate the clothing of employees working in environments where the presence of static electricity is unacceptable. Special metallized fiber significantly increases the antistatic properties of the insulation compared to conventional insulation, thereby reducing the likelihood of spark formation and its power. This property allows the material to be used in workwear for work in conditions of increased explosion hazard and flammability.
The antistatic effect is achieved by a special insulation composition, where, along with synthetic fibers, special metallized fibers are added, along which static electricity “flows”. The insulation has no analogues in Russia. Part of the new line of Shelter® Profi clothing insulation.
Special Property:
· Antistatic effect: does not accumulate static electricity
Retains thermal insulation properties when wet. Individual fibers absorb less than 1% water by weight. Dries quickly.
The main disadvantages of Shelter insulation for clothing
If you decide to opt for equipment made from this material, then you should take into account some of the disadvantages.
These include:
- Passing steam, but not in large quantities.
Vapor permeability is still weaker than most organic fibers.
- The price of the original canvas is quite high.
This also affects the cost of things made from it. The cost is offset by quality and other benefits.
Where can I buy
ManufacturerMoscowKazan
Factory of Nonwoven Materials "Whole World" Official website: https://www.wesmir.com/ Tel.,
Shop "Season" on Avtozavodskaya Opening hours: from 10.00 to 21.00 without days off and lunch breaks Store address: Moscow, st. Avtozavodskaya, 9/1 metro station "Avtozavodskaya" Tel
Season store in Kazan Opening hours: from 10.00 to 21.00 Store address: Kazan, st. Yamasheva, 93 (TD "Savinovo"), 3rd floor. Tel. (atelier) (843) 517-07-55
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Criterias of choice
During construction:
- The exclusive right to create this filler belongs to only one.
- The manufacturer notes that the color should vary from white to beige. This shade continues in the future.
When choosing sports equipment, remember that the clothing should be:
- Warm. It’s good if the jacket or sports trousers have leg warmers that keep the cold out, fur trim or a spacious hood.
- Convenient. Try on the item and walk around in it, try to sit down, bend over, make sure that nothing is pressing or restricting movement.
- Quite dense. The fabric should not be see-through. In a high-quality fabric, the threads fit tightly together.
- The label must indicate the percentage of shelter content. The optimal value is 100%.
Shelter® Profi FR
Shelter® Profi FR is thermally bonded fire-resistant insulation made from staple fiber in Russia The special protective properties of Shelter® Profi FR allow it to be used in special clothing intended for conditions involving the risk of short-term contact with an open flame or exposure to an electric arc.
Special Property:
Fire resistance: does not spread fire and does not melt
The properties of Shelter® Profi FR insulation are confirmed by test results at the Central Research Institute of the Garment Industry*.
| Fire resistance (time of contact with flame 10 s) | After exposure to flame |
| Residual combustion, s | Absent |
| Residual smoldering, s | Absent |
| The fire does not spread to the edges of the sample. No through holes are formed. The material does not support combustion. | |
Confirmed by Test Report of JSC TsNIISHP No. 374 dated August 19, 2013.
Application in sewing workwear
High-quality insulation works for the benefit of the enterprise: employees are provided with health protection , while insufficient protection from frost can cause frequent colds in the team, undermining the production process.
Maintaining a constant temperature in outerwear is necessary:
- military;
- installers;
- firefighters;
- security guards;
- utility workers;
- workers of the North.
The number of specialists interested in good insulation is not limited to the indicated list.
All workers forced to serve in unfavorable natural conditions require protection from the cold . Shelter is universal: it is used for different types of workwear, from work suits with insulated trousers to hats and overalls.
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Material properties
The basis of the material is polyester microfibers . Thanks to the exceptionally fine texture of the fibers, the insulation retains its properties with a minimum volume.
The material is exceptionally soft and elastic. The absence of fiber migration ensures the strength and durability of the material. The insulation can withstand washing in various conditions, does not shrink, and the volume is restored unchanged . Shelter as insulation for clothing is breathable and breathable.
