MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY

Protection at every layer.

A material-development platform

PLA/PBAT-based materials provide opportunities for developing more sustainable protective solutions. BioRAYGARD evaluates their performance, application suitability and end-of-life considerations as part of a complete garment system.

A composite material approach

BioRAYGARD explores PLA-based nonwoven substrates combined with functional PBAT microporous films to develop alternative material platforms for disposable protection applications.

Go deeper than the material name.

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PLA/PBAT platform

Explore sustainable material options with evidence-based evaluation.
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Barrier design

Explore how substrate, film, seam, closure and fit work as one system.
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Research & development

Turn application challenges into prototypes, testing and validated solutions.

Material layer explorer

A garment is a system, not a single polymer.

Open each layer to review its role and evidence status.

01 Support layer
Function
Provides surface durability, mechanical strength and garment handling performance.
Source attribute
Fibre structure, basis weight and surface treatment.
Evidence status
Material-level data available. Garment-level validation required.
Finished-product impact
Influences garment strength, wearer comfort and overall handling during use.
02 Barrier layer
Function
Provides the primary protective barrier against liquids, hazardous substances, particles and other workplace exposure risks.
Source attribute
Polymer composition, film structure, coating technology, thickness and barrier performance characteristics.
Evidence status
Supported by material data and certified garment-level testing.
Finished-product impact
Defines the garment’s resistance to liquid penetration, chemical permeation and particle exposure, supporting different protection levels from Type 3 to Type 6 applications.
03 Assembly
Function
Integrates materials, seams and garment design to achieve the required protection performance.
Source attribute
Garment construction, seam technology, closure design and manufacturing process.
Evidence status
Verified through finished-garment testing and applicable certification requirements.
Finished-product impact
Determines overall protection performance, fit, durability and usability.