What is Foyse?
FOYSE is the driving force behind everything we do here at Zephlinear.
An acronym for Fibre on Yarn Surface Entanglement, FOYSE is the technology behind Zephlinear our pioneering 4th class of textile.
Creating a new way to manufacture fabric is our story. Fibre on yarn surface entanglement presents a platform to enhance creative expression within the textile industry
Nicknamed ‘Space Cloth’ Zephlinear is the first alternative to knit and weave materials using yarn. An advancement of the non-woven fabric surface Zephlinear is pioneering this noninterlaced fabric presenting a 4th class of textile
What The Professionals Say About Zephlinear
“Zephlinear is a remarkable development in an industry which is advancing at an incredible pace.”
~ Professor Dias, Advanced Textiles Research Group NTU
“Zephlinear is surprisingly strong and not weak at all as the visual appearance would suggest.”
~ Dr Colin Cork Nottingham Trent University
“Interestingly the fabric lends itself from all three classes of the known construction processes.”
~ Tim Booth Marketing Manager British Wool Board
52 Images & Insights E-Book
You can now purchase this unique book written and produced by Zephlinear creator & designer Sonia Reynolds.
This book shares the research results regarding the capabilities of Zephlinear and the benefits of the manufacturing method used to create this novel fabric. Presented in a colourful informative format this book is a history of Zephlinear & FOYSE as well as other historical events that have transitioned textiles through time. Please note that only the E-book is available at this time.