Protective, Comfortable and Lightweight
Workers in such fields as construction, utilities and logistics often have to wear bulky and heavy clothing as they need extra protection from work-related hazards. Recently, the Gore workwear team has launched two new technologies that provide them with a new lightweight and comfortable arc protective garment for all day use and new safety shoes featuring an optimized instep fit – while even exceeding European safety standards.

Attacking Condensation at its Core
Driving in humid weather can quickly fog car windows. While vehicle defrosters provide a quick fix for windshields, condensation in closed housings like headlamps is harder to manage. A new Gore technology removes moisture in an active way. The Condensation Management Device, in cooperation with AML Systems, now has been recognized as a 2020 Automotive News PACE Awards finalist.

Commemorating a Milestone
On October 28, 1969 Bob Gore discovered ePTFE, a versatile fluoropolymer that transformed our Enterprise and continues to contribute value to society. Today, this material is traveling through outer space, healing hearts and protecting first responders.

One Patient’s Story
Runner Kathryn Dunning has long relied on GORE-TEX products to protect her from the elements. But she never guessed that Gore’s technology would also mend her heart. After suffering a stroke related to a common heart defect, Kathryn went through months of medical appointments to determine the best path forward. When a doctor showed her our minimally invasive solution, the decision became clear.

Partnering on Health Wearable Solutions
The market for health wearables – such as health trackers and remote patient monitoring devices — is growing rapidly as technology advances. The Gore Innovation Center in Silicon Valley is collaborating with startup companies to provide expertise in materials science for better comfort, wearability and biocompatibility, with a goal to enhance the design for the end user.