The Third Generation
ZERO-TEX®
Multi-functional Materials that are Friendly
to both People and the Earth
Multi-functional Materials that are Friendly
to both People and the Earth
Little by little,
a little becomes a lot.
The third generation of
ZERO-TEX®
The first generation
We contributed to the reduction of waste by developing
a reusable infection prevention garment instead of a disposable one.
The second generation
We launched the concept of “BIOTECHWORKS® Zero Waste Clothing”,
which is a new technology to convert used clothing into
hydrogen energy.
The third generation
We have succeeded in reducing CO2 emissions by 52%*
in the manufacturing process, realizing even more
environmentally friendly production.
*Compared with our emissions in 2019.
0%
Zero impact on the earth!
0%
Zero disposables!
0%
Zero infection!
0%
And with conversion to hydrogen,
zero waste!
ABOUT OUR TIMELINE
The ZERO-TEX
First Generation
In 2020, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our core business, apparel, suffered an unprecedented recession.
Apparel brands around the world were closing or closing stores, struggling with inventory, and the aftermath reached us. Our business outlook was pessimistic and we contemplated what to do…
We hate to be pessimistic, and we want to help people. So we started developing a washable material for infection-prevention clothing. This was the first generation of the material on which the current ZERO-TEX® is based.
In December 2020, we succeeded in developing ZERO-TEX®.
New Challenges from Washable Infection Prevention Clothing
In April 2021, ZERO-TEX was finally launched as a product.
ABOUT OUR TIMELINE
5 Million USD
2020 / 2021
Yamagin INC.
Percentage of sales compared to the previous year
ABOUT OUR TIMELINE
The ZERO-TEX
Second Generation
However, we realized that three ZEROs were not enough. We needed a fourth, ZERO waste.
We started the development of the new generation of ZERO-TEX® with this in mind: what is truly environmentally friendly recycling that does not generate waste?
Apparel Product Disposal Volume and Waste Disposal Methods
In Japan alone, more than 3 billion garments are discarded annually, and more than 20 billion garments are discarded worldwide. In addition, most of the existing apparel recycling is thermal recycling (incineration to generate electricity), which is no different from conventional waste incineration from a carbon-neutral perspective.
Step into the New Era
The third generation of of ZERO-TEX®
Cutting Carbon Dioxide Emissions By 52% and Reducing Water Use By 70%
01
advantageS
Developed Earth-Friendly Fabrics
Carbon Dioxide emissions have been reduced by 52%. Furthermore, We have achieved a 70% reduction in water consumption during the dyeing process.
02
advantageS
Recycled Polyester
Truly environmentally friendly recycling, ZERO-TEX® is the first recycled polyester woven fabric*, so the applications are endless.
*Other mixed fiber products are also available.
03
THE OTHER PROJECT
The Garbage Goes Back to ZERO
ADVANTAGES OF ZERO-TEX®
Advantages
- Water Repellency
- Light Weight
- Strength
- Breathability
