Combatting Bioburden Down to the Last Thread
PurThread Military aims to design and manufacture high-performance fibers and yarns for military apparel and hospital applications. PurThread Military products continuously protect fabrics against bioburden, bacterial load, or the effects of bacteria, fungus, mold, and mildew.
The focus of our military products is to help reduce bioburden risk to soldiers in any situation.
Integrated proprietary, bioburden-reducing fiber formulations:
- Potency will not wash away or wear off
- No special handling or laundering protocols are required
- Fabrics have the same comfortable feel as comparable standard fabric
PurThread Military Apparel Applications
PurThread Military creates specialty nylon and polyester fibers and yarns that can be used in a variety of field applications. Our products have proven efficacy against the wide range of bacteria and fungi that has been identified by the U.S. military. The fiber can easily be blended with other fibers that have complementary capabilities, such as Kevlar or FR.
- Active combat uniforms
- Base layer t-shirts
- Undergarments
- Standard-issue socks
- Jackets and outerwear
- Sleep systems
- Body armor
PurThread Products for Military Hospitals
PurThread continuously active hospital products (privacy curtains, scrubs, linens, etc.) are designed to protect common hospital soft surfaces from the damaging effects of bioburden buildup.
- Hospital Curtains — For medical and surgical intensive care units. Quick-change (~60 sec) option available
- Scrubs — Combining comfort and durability. Sizes XS – 3X
- Doctor and Lab Coats
- Hospital Linens and Blankets — Woven or knit sheets, pillowcases, blankets
All PurThread hospital products are turnkey replacements for conventional linens.
Learn more about PurThread’s research on healthcare applications.