Why does Gore manufacture membranes, laminates, and tapes for their products?
It’s not enough just to say that a fabric is liquid penetration resistant and breathable. The fabric, the design, and the manufacturing all affect whether protective clothing has long-lasting, dependable, durable liquid-resistance. Gore is the only manufacturer worldwide that involves itself in each of these key elements in the production of durable protective gear. Gore manufactures its own membranes, laminates, and GORE-SEAM® tapes, in addition to providing patented, licensed seam-sealing and quality assurance equipment to our manufacturers. Our Gore Factory Support Associates visit all Gore customer factories to evaluate the performance of Gore machines and to ensure that quality products are received by the end user. Only when a manufacturer meets Gore Standards do they receive certification. Gore monitors these critical variables for one reason: so that all end-products containing Gore fabrics meet and exceed the requirements for their intended end use.
