Product Innovation Snapshot - Microsoft · FBZ Sports Towel –Compressed Packaging Powered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber “FBZ” Fabric Features • Lightweight with Plush Handfeel

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Product Innovation Snapshot

http://tricolgroup.com/

http://tricolgroup.com/

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Why We Innovate:

“Our drive for innovation and research has allowed Weifang Tricol to be a world leader in microfiber technologies. Strive for excellence and quality, adherence to strong business ethics, and sound corporate governance are at the core of our continued success. We are dedicated to providing the best service to our customers and improving the quality of life for communities everywhere.”

- President, Mr. Duan Hongwei

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Towel

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Carpet

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Warp Knitting

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Global Headquarters US Office

Jiankang East Street, no 6888Weifang, 261205, Shandong, China

86-186-6061-6968

18848 13th Place SouthSeaTac, WA 98148

[email protected]

Category is……….

1. Everplush® Technology • Patented Technology Overview• Household Cleaning Applications

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2. Kitchen Coordinates • Microfiber Fabrics• Green Fabrics (Eco-Friendly)• New Products for 2018-2019

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3. Household Cleaning Tools • Sponges• Cleaning Cloths

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4. Travel Accessories & Gift • Active Towels 20 – 21


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Skin only touches top layer but

benefits from hidden quick-drying

and moisture-wicking microfiber

loops

2. High Loop Top

4. Low Loop Core

Surfaces only interact with the top

loop of any Everplush® fabric

Microfiber or other performance

material comprises the lower loop

enhancing the overall power of the

fabric

1. Dual Loop Structure

Microfiber loops secure top loop

layer for consistent plushness &

long-lasting performance

TECHNOLOGY

5. Built-in Durability

3. Air-Flow Action

Air passes through loops and

evaporates moisture quickly

Dual Loops = Not Your Ordinary Towel

United States Japan China

Patent no. 13/425827 Utility Model: 2011002359

Utility Model:ZL201120036689.5

Invention:201110036501

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Enhanced Performance: better than 100% cotton terry fabrics in the following ways:• More Absorbent• Faster Drying • Longer Lifespan• Softer After Every Wash

Unique Material Stories: Mix-n-Match Materials across Terry and Yarn Applications to combine performance materials and functional add-ins to gain additional fabric features including:• Odor Absorption• Antibacterial Feature• Cooling Feature• Antifungal Feature

Ideal for: kitchen coordinates, bathroom linens, travel towels, pet linens, hospitality linens

Bathroom & Kitchen TextilesPowered by Everplush® Technology


Everplush® Bath Towels are the Plushness of Cotton, with the Benefits of Microfiber

(www.Everplush.com)

• Made with Zero-Twist Cotton & Combination Microfiber (80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide)

• Fast Absorbing: holds 3x its weight in water

• Quick Drying: hang dries < 1 hour; machine dries < 30m

• No Visible Linting

• Resistant to Odors & Mildew

• Can use Antibacterial MF yarn to provide antibacterial feature or Charcoal MF yarn to absorb odors

Bath LinensPowered by Everplush® Technology

http://www.everplush.com/


• Made with Rayon from Bamboo & Combination Microfiber (80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide)

• Rayon from Bamboo cleans up oil and grease better than cotton

• Ultra-absorbent microfiber core picks up liquid, dirt and dust like a magnet

• Easy-to-clean; machine washable

• Reusable 300+ washings

Kitchen TextilesPowered by Everplush® Technology


Microfiber Kitchen Coordinates: Fabric Stories Across Product CategoriesPowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber

Other Product Applications• Scrub Sponges• PU Sponge Covers• Light Duty Scrub Cloths• Heavy Duty Scrub Cloths• Mop Pads• Cleaning Cloths• Cleaning Mitts & Gloves• Napkins• Placemats• Tablecloths & Runners

Dishcloths & Scrub Cloths

Dish Drying Mats

Sponges

Kitchen & Dish Towels

Sponge Pads


Key Fabric Styles for 2018-2019 Kitchen Coordinates Collection:

1. Dual Action FBZ• 88% Polyester / 12% Polyamide• Flat Side for drying & polishing

flat & even surfaces like glassware and coated dishware

• Terry Side (FBZ) for polishing cutlery and drying uneven surfaces

2. Antibacterial FBZ• 70% Polyester / 30% Polyamide

with AB Silver Add-In• Antibacterial Rate ≥ 99.9%• Cleans without need of

chemical cleaners and sanitizers

• Ideal for cleaning all surface types

3. Jacquard “Waffle” Weave• 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide• Durable for wiping away dust

and dirt across hundreds of surface types

• Ideal for polishing glassware



Key Fabric Styles for 2018-2019 Kitchen Coordinates Collection:

FROM GREEN TO GREENER: household textiles that support green living

4. Recycled Microfiber with Antibacterial Yarn:• 70% Polyester / 30% Polyamide with AB add-in• Inhibits bacterial odors, mold and mildew growth• Suitable for everyday use; cleans without chemicals• Made with 50% Recycled Materials to support green living

5. Renewable Bamboo Fiber Cloth• 100% Bamboo Fiber, 540 GSM• Terry fabric lifts grease and oil from surfaces with ease• Easy-to-wash construction • Lint-Free• Biodegradable to support green living


Materials :

• 70% Polyester / 30% Polyamide with Antibacterial Add-In

Features and Benefits :

• Made from 50% Recycled Materials

• Recycled Microfiber is suitable for everyday use

• Natural Antibacterial Add-In inhibits bacterial odor, mold and mildew growth.

• Powered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber (high performance microfiber) for better water absorption. Fabric is also effective at dust removal & chemical-free cleaning

Antibacterial & Eco-Friendly Napkins & PlacementsPowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber


Messy Kitchen Cleaning Cloth & Sponge

Features• Terry fabric lifts grease and oil from surfaces with ease• Easy-Care: features loop hang-drying and easy-to-wash

construction • Lint-Free• 100% Rayon from Bamboo, 540 GSM• Biodegradable to support “Green” Living

Ideal for:• Kitchen Sinks & Counters• Dishware & Glassware• Greasy Stovetops & Ranges• Fingerprint Removal

Powered by Renewable Bamboo Fiber


Non-Woven Dish Cleaning Wipe

Features• 50% Rayon / 50% Polyester• Rayon lifts oil and grease from surfaces

with ease• Traps dirt and dust particles• Easy-to-clean• Streak-free & Lint-free Construction• Single-side printable• Works best with water – no chemical

cleaners needed!

Ideal for:• Lint-free dish cleaning• Chemical-free cleaning• Kitchen & Bathroom cleaning• Furniture dusting and polishing


Special Non-Woven Cleaning Cloth

Features• 100% Non-Woven (50% Rayon / 50%

Wood Cellulose), 55 GSM• Eco-Friendly Materials• Traps dirt and dust particles• Flushable: breaks down in water

Ideal for:• Chemical-free cleaning• Kitchen & Bathroom cleaning


Power Scrubbing SpongePowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber

Features• Scrubbing Dots remove stubborn dried on food

without scratching; any design possible• Microfiber Side rinses out perfectly leaving a

streak-free finish• Scrub Side: 75% Polyamide / 25% Polyurethane• Terry Side: 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide

Ideal for:• Kitchen Sinks & Counters• Dishware & Glassware• Appliances


Kitchen Surfaces Sponge Set

Features• 2 Cube-Cut Sponges for flexible cleaning,

including wire racks and other difficult surfaces• Top: 100% Polyester• Middle: 100% Polyurethane (PU)• Bottom: 100% Polyurethane (PU)

• 2 Polishing Sponges for sinks, stainless steel surfaces, and glass• Top: 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide• Middle: 100% Polyurethane (PU)• Bottom: 100% Polyurethane (PU)

Ideal for:• Metal Cleaning• Wire Racks

Powered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber


“Waffle Weave” Fabric Features• Increases abrasiveness without harming

delicate surfaces• Increases surface area for more

absorption and faster drying• Lasts over 300 washings• 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide

Ideal For:• Chemical-Free Cleaning• Polishing • Wiping away grease & grime• Lint-Free / Streak-Free Finish• Dishes, counters, tables, stovetops, ovens

and appliances

Jacquard Woven FabricsPowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber


Multi-Purpose Heavy Duty Cleaning Cloth

Features• Extra wide polypropylene (PP) stripes

ideal for scrubbing and scouring the toughest messes.

• Terry microfiber stripes rinses out perfectly leaving a streak-free finish

Ideal for:• Kitchen & Bathroom Surfaces• Glass Stovetops & Ranges• Caked-on messes• Bathtubs & Showers



Digital Screen Cleaning Kit

Features• 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide• Weft Mesh Construction intended to

clean and polish electronic screens without the need for water

• 3 Piece Set include individual cloths for mobile phones, computer monitors and television screens

Ideal for:• Interior Car Surfaces & Infotainment

Consoles• Mobile Phones & Tablets• Desktop Computer Monitors & Screens



KTL Sports Towel – Compressed PackagingPowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber

“KTL” Fabric Features• Durable with Plush Handfeel• Increased surface area for more absorption and

faster drying• Wicks away sweat from skin• Lasts over 300 washings• Odor Resistant• 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide• Any compressed shape possible

Ideal For:• Yoga Towels• Fitness / Gym Towels• Travel Towels


FBZ Sports Towel – Compressed PackagingPowered by Tricol Intelligent Microfiber

“FBZ” Fabric Features• Lightweight with Plush Handfeel• Absorbs 8x faster than normal terry cloth • Wicks away sweat from skin with ease• Lasts over 300 washings• Antibacterial Rate ≥ 99.9% without any need for

antibacterial chemicals and agents• 80% Polyester / 20% Polyamide• Any compressed shape possible

Ideal For:• Yoga Towels• Fitness / Gym Towels• Travel Towels


Research & Development DNA

Performance Materials Innovator

Responsible Supply Chain Practices

Vertical Sourcing Partner

• Onsite R&D Team

• Major partnerships with global brands, research institutions and universities

• Guided Journey Approach with every customer

• Growing Library of patented textile technologies, proprietary materials and fabrics

• Top 20 global producer of combination microfiber

• Patented innovations in natural and synthetic fabrics

• Focus on Performance Technology

• On the Edge of Innovation, Always

• Ongoing Supply Chain Transparency Commitment

• Environmentally-Conscious Products & Manufacturing Processes

• Quality-First Approach

• Safe & Positive Work Environment Initiative

• Collaborative Partnerships

• Optimize Cost-to-Market

• Increase Speed-to-Market

• Improve Quality-to-Market

The Tricol Advantage:

• Large manufacturing capacity• Vertical production line for household cleaning products, home textiles and premium microfiber products• Management Systems: ISO9001 / 14001 / 18001• 20+ years of experience in research & development of textile technology, retail and commercial global sourcing,

private label and global partner collaboration• Purveyor of Innovation

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Strengths at a Glance:

What Sets Us Apart

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• US Operations & Sales Office in Seattle, WA

• Domestic Warehousing (4,000 ft2) & Distribution from SeaTac, WA and Los Angeles, CA

• Collaborative Sales & Inventory Forecasting for Retail Customers

• E-Commerce Channel Support: Order Fulfillment, Dropship Capable

• In-house marketing, product design & development team

US Operations

China Operations

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2 Dyeing

FacilitiesChitosan & Non-Woven

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Towel

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Carpet

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Warp Knitting

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Spinning

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• 11 facilities located in the Shandong Province of China

• 4 finished product facilities, within 2 hours of Qingdao port

• On-Site Research & Development Team located in Weifang

• Owner & Operator of the largest Chitosan fiber and weaving plant in China

• China’s first and largest combination microfiber production, supporting fully vertical production

Global Headquarters US Office

11/F Jiankang East Street, no 6888Weifang, 261205, Shandong, China

18848 13th Place SouthSeaTac, WA 98148

[email protected]

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