TEXTILCOLOR AG Expands Pyroshell™ Flame Protection in Europe
TEXTILCOLOR AG partners with Alpex, Majocchi, and Trans-Textil to boost Pyroshell™ flame protection innovation across European production facilities.
The collaboration will strengthen Pyroshell™’s integration into textile manufacturing, delivering advanced, comfortable, and high-performance flame protection across Europe.
TEXTILCOLOR AG, a global leader in textile chemistry innovations, has announced a strategic collaboration with Alpex Protection, Majocchi, and Trans-Textil to further enhance and expand the application of Pyroshell™—a patented flame-retardant technology—across production facilities in Germany, France, and Italy, starting November 1, 2025.
This partnership marks a significant step in advancing flame protection solutions for synthetic textiles, combining the expertise of leading European manufacturers in technical and protective fabrics.
Pyroshell™: A Breakthrough in Flame Protection for Synthetic Textiles
Pyroshell™ technology represents a milestone in permanent flame protection for polyamide and polyester fabrics. Its patented formulation fundamentally redefines how heat and fire interact with textiles, offering a new standard of safety in protective gear.
When exposed to flames, fabrics treated with Pyroshell™ undergo a unique expansion reaction, increasing their volume substantially. This expansion forms a protective barrier that shields the underlying fabric from heat and fire-promoting gases. As a result, the interval between the first sensation of pain and the occurrence of second-degree burns doubles, providing users with crucial extra seconds to react during exposure.
This innovation not only enhances safety but also ensures that flame-resistant fabrics maintain flexibility, comfort, and durability — qualities vital for professional users in challenging operational settings.
Expanding Pyroshell™ Production Across Europe
Through its collaboration with Alpex Protection (France), Majocchi (Italy), and Trans-Textil (Germany), TEXTILCOLOR AG aims to make Pyroshell™ more accessible and seamlessly integrated into existing textile production processes.
- Alpex Protection specializes in high-performance technical textiles and functional fabrics.
- Majocchi is renowned for producing premium-quality textiles for the military, PPE, and luxury fashion markets.
- Trans-Textil focuses on innovative safety and operational materials used across multiple industrial sectors.
Together, these companies will combine technical expertise and manufacturing capability to deliver high-quality, safe, and comfortable protective textiles to customers throughout Europe.
“We are very excited about collaborating with our experienced partners in Germany, France, and Italy,” said Detlef Fischer, CEO of TEXTILCOLOR AG. “Together, we can leverage Pyroshell™ optimally within the production processes. The technology provides not only maximum protection but also exceptional comfort for users in demanding operational environments.”
A New Standard in Safety and Comfort
This collaboration underscores TEXTILCOLOR AG’s mission to drive innovation in textile protection while maintaining the highest standards of comfort, quality, and sustainability. By integrating Pyroshell™ technology into advanced textile production, the partners aim to set a new European benchmark in flame-retardant performance, safeguarding lives across sectors such as industrial safety, defense, and outdoor applications.