Woolfinishingprocess EXP
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ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY, SKIN-FLATTERING AND 100% RED
Do you value merino wool for its comfortable feel and natural properties? Then you'll love ROTAUF's EXP process. As a sustainable alternative to the conventional Hercoset plastic coating, we use the environmentally friendly EXP process. Your merino clothing is finished in a particularly gentle way and made machine washable – completely without chlorine and plastic. The wool remains free of harmful chemicals and feels particularly natural against your skin.
WHAT IS EXP IN DETAIL AND WHAT CHARACTERIZES THE PROCESS?
Unlike most merino products, which often feature a Hercoset resin coating, ROTAUF uses the environmentally friendly EXP process. This ensures a more natural and comfortable feel without a plastic layer between your skin and the wool.
The EXP process is also significantly more environmentally friendly than the conventional Hercoset process. Unlike the Hercoset or Superwash processes, which chlorinate wool and coat it with a plastic layer, the EXP process completely eliminates the use of chlorine and harsh chemicals. Certifications according to international environmental standards such as GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), Bluesign, EU Ecolabel, and Oeko-Tex confirm EXP's environmentally friendly and pollutant-free process.
The process also requires less water and energy than conventional methods. Resource-efficient production helps reduce the ecological footprint and optimizes efficiency in the production process. This ensures that the wool is processed in an ecologically sustainable manner and conserves energy and water. The EXP process is carried out in Europe. This proximity to the European market significantly reduces transport routes, which also has a positive impact on CO2 emissions. Regional production with certified partners allows us greater transparency in the supply chain and ensures the highest quality and environmental standards. And that is what we want to achieve with ROTAUF.
EXP wool finishing process
Good to know
Chlorine-containing processes release problematic waste substances such as AOX (adsorbable organic halogen compounds), which are toxic and pollute the environment. The chlorine-free EXP process eliminates such pollutants. The process minimizes chemical pollution and reduces the risk of harmful residues in the wool.
CONSCIOUS ACTION FOR AN AUTHENTIC PERFORMANCE
Thanks to our conscious decision to use a fine EXP treatment, we can offer you ROTAUF Merino wool products that are produced with uncompromising sustainability and are highly natural in their texture. What's more, the wool remains machine washable and felt-free, even without a plastic coating. The wool retains its natural properties, is breathable, extremely skin-friendly, and, on top of that, biodegradable—which in turn contributes to sustainability, as no microplastics are released.
With the EXP process, ROTAUF combines sustainable processes with the highest performance. Our products are designed to give you a feeling of naturalness and offer authentic performance that truly delivers on its promises!
Eco Merino
ECO Merino Collection
Wool is a miracle fiber
Its functional properties, highly valued by outdoor athletes—especially its high level of comfort, body temperature regulation, and odor-inhibiting properties—are based solely on the structure of the merino fibers. These are very fine, soft, highly crimped, scaled, and elastic.
Merino wool
Did you know?
For us, the usual RWS standard for wool is not good enough. We use only KBT wool for our Eco Merino products.
KBT stands for "controlled organic animal husbandry." We adhere to the highest standards in species-appropriate animal husbandry. Animals live under natural conditions, without the use of synthetic feed or genetic engineering. In wool production, KBT guarantees environmentally friendly and animal-friendly wool production. ROTAUF uses only KBT-certified wool to create high-quality, sustainable products. This way, we combine ethical responsibility with the highest level of comfort and durability.