South West based RTG International, a world-wide specialist in textile design and contract manufacturing, has added epaulettes to its range of high performance uniform specifically developed and designed for the police and emergency services.

The epaulettes are manufactured from Coolskyn fabric and sit on the shoulders of theCoolskyn+, antibacterial, wicking, shirts that are currently procured by more than 10% of UK police forces.

Currently available in black or PCSO blue, the epaulettes are produced with a heat seal polymark, with button and button hole fastening.

RTG first developed its innovative Skyns fabric technology for the police force in 2009 when bobbies on the beat ditched their traditional white poly cotton shirts in favour of RTG’s antibacterial Coolskyn+ polo shirt. A high visibility 3-in-1 jacket swiftly followed. Climbing on the back of Skyns’ popularity, RTG’s police clothing range has steadily expanded to incorporate a softshell, ¼ zip microfleece, short sleeve stand collar shirt, t shirt, waterproof jacket, and thermal undergarments.

"All our garments are designed and manufactured in-house to keep costs impressively low and quality excessively high," says Marcus Aldred, Production & Development Director. "This new shirt offers improved comfort, while retaining the formal and traditional image of the police officer to the public," he adds.

Created for extreme working conditions, RTG’s Skyns range of fabrics are breathable, lightweight, harness nanotechnology for superior stain, wind, water and oil resistance, control body climate, keep the skin dry, and provide a boost to flexibility and performance.

Demonstrating ultra rapid moisture transfer, pill resistance and dimensional stability, Coolskyn+ wicks sweat away from the skin to the fabric surface where it can evaporate, eliminating coldness and ‘skin cling’. On contact with perspiration, embedded silver ions with their anti bacterial effect are released from within the Coolskyn+ fabric, suppress the bacterial growth responsible for bad smells (Staphylococcus Aureus) and provide 99.9% protection against major health hazardous micro-organisms. These include MRSA, E-Coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Legionelle pneumoniae and Corynebacterium spp.

South West based RTG International, a world-wide specialist in textile and contract manufacturing, has created a new, high performance garment specifically developed and designed for the police and emergency services.

The new hybrid shirt incorporates RTG’s antibacterial Coolskyn Plus technology, an innovative wicking sweat management fabric, in its main body.  A long and short sleeve option, alongside a formal poly cotton collar for neckwear, completes the official ensemble to provide comfort minus bulk and climate regulation beneath body armour.  The new addition joins RTG’s larger, lighter working wardrobe which has successfully taken to the streets, banishing odours from the front line to leave the focus on crime.

RTG first developed its innovative Skyns fabric technology for the police force in 2009 when bobbies on the beat ditched their traditional white poly cotton shirts in favour of RTG’s antibacterial Coolskyn Plus polo shirt.  A high visibility 3-in-1 jacket swiftly followed.  Climbing on the back of Skyns’ popularity,  RTG’s police clothing range has steadily expanded to incorporate a softshell, ¼ zip microfleece, short sleeve stand collar shirt, t shirt, waterproof jacket, and thermal undergarments.

"All our garments are designed and manufactured in-house to keep costs impressively low and quality excessively high," says Andy Drake, Co Founder & Director, "This new shirt offers improved comfort, while retaining the formal and traditional image of the police officer to the public," he adds.

Created for extreme working conditions, RTG’s Skyns range of fabrics are breathable, lightweight, harness nanotechnology for superior stain, wind, water and oil resistance, control body climate, keep the skin dry, and provide a boost to flexibility and performance.

Demonstrating ultra rapid moisture transfer, pill resistance and dimensional stability, Coolskyn Plus wicks sweat away from the skin to the fabric surface where it can evaporate, eliminating coldness and ‘skin cling’. On contact with perspiration, embedded silver ions with their anti bacterial effect are released from within the Coolskyn Plus fabric, suppress the bacterial growth responsible for bad smells (Staphylococcus Aureus) and provide 99.9% protection against major health hazardous micro-organisms. These include MRSA, E-Coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Legionelle pneumoniae and Corynebacterium spp.

South West based RTG International, a world-wide specialist in textile and contract manufacturing, has launched its latest innovative Skyns fabric technology to the working, promo and sporting world.  It's designed to equip workers to seasoned athletes with the material they need to keep warm and dry while getting the job done outdoors, whatever the weather challenge, performance goals or vigorous activity.

A new addition to its Skyns family, Thermoskyn softshell is RTG's latest high performance fabric to be engineered and manufactured in house to provide a stylised, competitively priced, all-in-one, outdoor solution which banishes the need for multi layers and provides warmth without weight.  Harnessing the power of nanotechnology, the lightweight, flexible fabric provides a 100% breathable, protective shell for physical workers and sportsmen exposed to the elements, repelling water and shutting out the wind for a balanced temperature.

"Thermoskyn softshell provides the benefits that previously required several layers of clothing, ensuring complete weatherproofing and ease of movement," says Marcus Aldred, Production & Development Director.  "The stay dry antimicrobial technology keeps wind and rain out and allows moisture to escape, without the need of a waterproof barrier membrane.  Innovative, lightweight protection that provides extreme comfort and dryness," he adds.

Demonstrating ultra rapid moisture transfer, pill resistance and dimensional stability, Thermoskyn softshell has an insulating layer at its core that wicks moisture, from sweat or precipitation, away from the skin to the fabric surface where it can evaporate, eliminating coldness and ‘skin cling’. Its outer membrane provides 100% windblock thanks to a dense weave of fabric fibres. Embedded silver ions with their anti bacterial effect are also released from within the fabric on contact with perspiration.  These suppress bacterial growth responsible for bad smells, prevent garments from ageing prematurely, and ensure long lasting durability and freshness.

Plymouth based RTG International, which is jointly owned by Marcus Aldred and Co-Founder & Director Andy Drake is a dynamic and entrepreneurial business, with innovation at its helm. Its Skyns performance clothing range is built on a revolutionary material, manufactured right down to the weave in RTG’s own factory and knitting facility, enabling low costs and high quality.

Over the last 18 years, RTG International has designed, supplied and manufactured branded clothing and merchandise for some of the biggest brands in the world. During that time it has developed an impressive portfolio which is currently serviced by over 500 employees, and is a preferred partner to the likes of Emirates, B&Q, Mark Warner, ScrewFix, Virgin and Barbour.

RTG's Skyns Clothing range includes Coolskyn Plus, Coolskyn, BrightSkyn, and Thermoskyn. Coolskyn is a high performance 100% polyester fabric that maintains body climate to keep the wearer dry, cool and comfortable. BrightSkyn provides a high visibility option in 3 different fabric weights and Thermoskyn harnesses the power of nanotechnology, controlling body climate and boasting superior stain, water and oil resistant properties.

South West based RTG International, a world-wide specialist in textile and contract manufacturing, has launched its latest innovative Skyns fabric technology to the sporting world, equipping teenage enthusiasts and seasoned athletes with the material to secure winning results from a sweaty workout without the associated wetness and body odour.

At the top of its game and tough by nature, RTG's new, high performance, antibacterial, Coolskyn+ eliminates the distraction and unpleasantness which body odour brings to the gym, track and field, enabling wearers to keep their eyes on the prize and remain confident and goal centric.

Blood, Sweat & Science 
Building on the success of its breathable, lightweight Coolskyn sports fabric, RTG has now knitted a silver based, natural solution into its Coolskyn yarn which prevents micro-organisms multiplying on the textile surface. The result, Coolskyn+, retains the stay dry technology of Coolskyn but also tackles bacterial growth at source to prevent garments ageing prematurely. The silver ions also protect against ugly stains and unpleasant smells to ensure long lasting durability and freshness.

Sportswear does a fantastic job of capturing perspiration. Bacteria, the root cause of body odour, grow when it’s warm and wet, so positively thrive in sweaty conditions. In a two pronged attack, Coolskyn+ wicks the sweat away from the skin to the fabric surface where it can evaporate, eliminating coldness and 'skin cling'. Meanwhile, on contact with perspiration, the embedded silver ions with their anti bacterial effect are released from within the Coolskyn+ fabric, suppress the bacterial growth responsible for bad smells (Staphylococcus Aureus) and provide 99.9% protection against major health hazardous micro-organisms.

"Clothes that regulate body climate and break boundaries are an essential part of any sports kit," says Gary Drake (pictured above), former British Singles and Doubles Tennis Champion. A member of the GB over 35's team and the All England Club Wimbledon, Gary is a strong advocate of RTG's Skyn technology, testing it on court whilst spreading its sweet smell of success amongst his young protégés. "Coolskyn+ doesn't stop you sweating, it prevents garments reeking because of it.  Good news for any athlete looking to push themselves to the limit," he adds.

Plymouth based RTG International, is a dynamic and entrepreneurial business, with innovation at its helm. Its Skyns performance clothing range is built on a revolutionary material, manufactured right down to the weave in RTG's own factory and knitting facility, enabling low costs and high quality.

Over the last 18 years, RTG International has designed, supplied and manufactured branded clothing and merchandise for some of the biggest brands in the world. During that time it has developed an impressive portfolio which is currently serviced by over 500 employees, and is a preferred partner to the likes of Emirates, B&Q, Mark Warner, ScrewFix, Virgin and Barbour.

RTG's Skyns Clothing range includes Coolskyn+ , Coolskyn, BrightSkyn, and Thermoskyn. Coolskyn is a high performance 100% wicking polyester fabric that maintains body climate to keep the wearer dry, cool and comfortable. BrightSkyn provides a BSEN471 high visibility option in 3 different fabric weights and Thermoskyn harnesses the power of nanotechnology, controlling body climate and boasting superior stain, water and oil resistant properties.