INNOVATION
Your fabric should work for you.
Performance Solutions
We make fabric perform. Burlington Labs is a leader in R&D of next generation textile technology. Our team discovers and implements proprietary emerging technology, providing a stream of differentiated products.
Burlington® Labs is a world leader in the research and development of next-generation textile products. With more than 15 labs, we use innovative fibers, chemicals and processes to create evolutionary fabrics and capabilities that differentiate us from our competitors.
Insect Repellency
Convert gear and garments into long-lasting, odorless, effective, and convenient insect protection. Learn more.
Insect Repellency
Convert gear and garments into long-lasting, odorless, effective, and convenient insect protection. Learn more.
Antimicrobial
Technology that inhibits the growth of odor producing and stain causing microorganisms. Learn More.
Moisture Control System
Advanced wicking and moisture management. Learn More.
Repellency
Exceptional, easy-care, liquid and stain repellency options for both worsted and synthetic applications. Learn More.
Waterproof Breathables
High performance garment fabric system engineered to take on Mother Nature. Learn More.
Fiber and Yarn
We partner with fiber and yarn companies to engineer advanced materials and performance into our fabrics. Learn more.
Contamination Control
Exceptional protection to meet the demands of the most critical environments. Learn more.
Fire Protection
Our critically acclaimed selection of fire protection technologies have saved countless lives in a wide range of fields. Learn more.
Matrixing Technologies
Matrix fabric finish technologies like odor management, sun protection, and moisture wicking for a high performance fabric.
Ask a sales representative about matrixing our performance technologies to fit your needs.
Testing Capabilities
Besides basic physical and mechanical testing for apparel, our lab offers many testing capabilities that differentiate us in various technical markets.
• UPF
• Air permeability
• Hydrostatic
• Hydrophilicity
• Breathability
• Hydrostatic
• Impact penetration
• Spray
• Actual industrial laundering
• Actual autoclave sterilization
• Durability processing capability
• Cleanroom laundry
• Helmke drum
• Body box
• Pore size
• Static decay
• Surface resistivity
• Flame resistance
• Wind resistance
• Dynamic absorption
• Chemical penetration tests
• High visibility
• Ewing washer
• Diverse capability
• Fiber analysis
• Overall yarn performance
• Fiber dyeing and color consistency (K-Match)
• Biosafety level 2 laboratory
• Standard testing Includes:
Viral and synthetic blood penetration ASTM F1671 and ASTM F1670
Antimicrobial testing ASTM E2149, AATCC 100 and AATCC 147
• Utilizing inherent flame resistant fibers and blends
• Optimizing yarns and fabric constructions
• Engineered for maximum thermal protection, performance and comfort
• Flame resistance, durability tensile and tear strength
• ACT voluntary performance guidelines
• Flame resistance Cal TB 117, NFPA 701 and MVSS 302
• Abrasion resistance ASTM D4157 and D3511
• Stain repellency
• Electron and optical microscopy
• Thermal analysis
• Liquid chromatography
• Fiber ID
• Cross sectional analysis
• Yarn twist and construction