Flexible textile heating material and compact controller for application engineering

Application engineering

Material intelligence. Controlled heat. Engineered for every application.

THERMOVEX connects flexible nano-carbon materials, sensing and intelligent control into application-specific thermal systems for global partners.

Soft goodstextile-compatible integration
Targetedproduct-specific heating geometry
ControlledNTC closed-loop temperature
Scalableprototype to production
Industrial technician wearing realistic high-visibility workwear in a fabrication environment

Industrial workwear solution brief

Active thermal protection for cold, wet and exposed work.

Workers in utilities, oil and gas, ports, logistics, cold-chain, construction, municipal services, courier operations and security can face temperatures around -10 to -15°C or below, together with strong wind, snow, rain and long shifts. Passive insulation adds bulk but cannot respond as activity and exposure change.

01

Keep the worker mobile

An approximately 0.3 mm textile-compatible heating structure adds active warmth without relying on excessive insulation around tools and PPE.

02

Map heat to the task

Typical 3-5-zone layouts target the back, waist, abdomen, chest or other areas selected around posture, movement and exposure.

03

Control changing conditions

A 5 V reference platform, common USB power bank and NTC closed-loop control support multi-level warmth as workload and weather change.

04

Engineer the full shift

Runtime is typically planned around 4-6 hours and is tuned by ambient temperature, heat setting, garment insulation and battery capacity.

5 V typicallow-voltage USB power architecture
3-5 zonescustomisable core-area layouts
4-6 hourstypical project runtime target
Wash-readysystem-level garment architecture
Utility inspectionOil & gasPorts & logisticsCold-chain & courierConstruction & municipalSecurity & field teams

Translated and engineered from the submitted outdoor-worker thermal protection solution. Final temperature, runtime, battery, wash care, PPE compatibility and regional conformity are confirmed for each customised product.

Discuss a workwear program

Latest application design boards

Four market-ready directions for partner discussions

These current design boards connect the heating platform to recognisable product experiences while keeping voltage, sensing, zone geometry and validation inside the engineering conversation.

Wellness & care flexible heating application board
01EYE MASKSSoft, gentle warmth
02NECK & SHOULDERContoured textile fit
03BACK & WAISTTargeted heating zones
04KNEE SUPPORTFlexible active comfort
01

Wellness & care

Body-conforming thermal-comfort formats for eye, neck, back, waist and knee applications.

Targeted zones · conservative temperature envelope · removable or cleanable textile covers
Cross-industry integration flexible heating application board
01AUTOMOTIVESeat + steering integration
02OUTDOORTents + sleeping systems
03SPECIALIST SUPPORTWarming sleeves + cases
04CUSTOM INTEGRATIONBuilt around your product
02

Cross-industry integration

Flexible heating engineered for mobility, outdoor systems, specialist warming and custom product integration.

Geometry-led modules · product-specific sensors · OEM / ODM interfaces
Smart home comfort flexible heating application board
01BEDDINGZoned mattress + blanket heat
02THROWS & BLANKETSSoft everyday warmth
03CUSHIONSComfort in compact form
04FURNITURESeamless product integration
03

Smart home comfort

Discreet broad-area warmth for bedding, throws, cushions, furniture and hospitality products.

5 V compact to 24 V large-area · discreet controls · broad, balanced coverage
Smart heated apparel flexible heating application board
01SKI & SNOWCold-weather performance
02HEATED JACKETSFlexible zoned warmth
03OUTDOOR WORKReliable daily protection
04OEM / ODMFrom concept to production
04

Smart heated apparel

Low-profile, wash-ready heating systems for snow sports, outdoor apparel and professional workwear.

Typically 3–5 zones · 5 V or 12 V · pattern-specific integration

Wellness imagery represents thermal-comfort concepts only. Medical claims, regulated-device pathways and specialist logistics applications require separate project-specific validation and regulatory review.

Where flexible heat creates value

Designed around the use case

The best heating solution is not defined by temperature alone. It must work with product form, power, movement, care, safety and the expectations of the target market.

Industry solution profiles

From operating need to engineered heating system

Each sector requires a different balance of heat placement, power, materials, controls, care and compliance. These profiles show how the THERMOVEX platform can be configured around the finished product.

Outdoor & sports flexible heating solution01

Outdoor & sports

Adaptive warmth without unnecessary bulk.

Outdoor users move between high exertion, exposed rest periods and rapidly changing wind or moisture. The heating system must add controllable warmth without compromising weight, mobility or moisture management.

Operating priorities
  • Variable activity and weather exposure
  • Low weight with practical runtime
  • Flexible integration that preserves movement
THERMOVEX system response
  • Low-profile CNT and graphene heating zones across selected core areas
  • 5 V or 12 V reference architecture selected by product scale
  • Module geometry coordinated with insulation, venting, folding and weather protection
Technical analysis

Apparel normally prioritises targeted core zones and portable 5 V power. Sleeping systems and tent panels can use broader 12 V or 24 V areas when more energy is available.

Typical applicationsHiking, skiing, fishing, hunting, golf, motorcycling, heated sleeping bags and low-voltage tent panels
Engineering inputsAmbient range, activity profile, zone map, battery position, runtime, moisture exposure, fold lines and care method
Apparel & fashion flexible heating solution02

Apparel & fashion

Heating technology that respects the silhouette.

Premium apparel needs more than warmth. Materials, wiring, controls and power must remain discreet while the garment retains its drape, hand feel, fit and brand language.

Operating priorities
  • Clean silhouette and premium hand feel
  • Discreet electronics and intuitive controls
  • Care performance across repeat use
THERMOVEX system response
  • Custom-cut flexible heating geometry for each garment pattern
  • Reserved sewing margins and concealed leads, sensors, switches and battery pockets
  • Multi-level closed-loop control with washable system construction
Technical analysis

Typical garments use three to five zones, with 5 V USB power for broad compatibility. Zone count, resistance and controller logic are tuned to the insulation stack and required runtime.

Typical applicationsPremium vests, technical coats, business outerwear, trousers, fashion capsules and heated accessories
Engineering inputsPattern and fit, heating placement, fabric stack, sewing path, control interface, care label and target-market testing
Wellness & care flexible heating solution03

Wellness & care

Controlled thermal comfort designed around the user.

Comfort-oriented care products require stable surface temperature, ergonomic placement, simple controls and materials selected for close, repeated contact.

Operating priorities
  • Predictable and comfortable surface heat
  • Ergonomic placement and easy operation
  • Cleanability, durability and documented safeguards
THERMOVEX system response
  • Soft modules shaped for eye, neck, waist, abdomen, knee, hand or seating formats
  • NTC closed-loop sensing with project-specific temperature limits
  • Low-voltage construction with removable or cleanable textile covers
Technical analysis

Body-contact formats place temperature sensing close to the active area and use a conservative control envelope. Thermal-comfort products are engineered separately from regulated medical devices.

Typical applicationsEye masks, neck and lumbar wraps, abdominal and knee warmers, hand warmers, support cushions and home-care seating
Engineering inputsContact area, dwell time, surface-temperature limit, pressure, cleaning method, controls, risk assessment and intended use

Medical claims and regulated-device pathways require project-specific validation and regulatory review.

Home & living flexible heating solution04

Home & living

Quiet warmth for products people live with every day.

Home products must feel soft, look refined and deliver broad, balanced comfort without intrusive hardware, noise or uneven hot spots.

Operating priorities
  • Softness and interior design compatibility
  • Broad, balanced heating coverage
  • Simple care and household-friendly operation
THERMOVEX system response
  • Flexible broad-area layers for cushions, throws, pads, bedding and furniture
  • 5 V portable, 12 V mid-size or 24 V large-area power architecture
  • Embedded sensing, discreet connectors and removable textile-cover options
Technical analysis

As the heated area grows, the architecture moves from portable 5 V modules to 12 V or 24 V systems. Multi-zone sensing helps large surfaces maintain a balanced operating temperature.

Typical applicationsSofa and office pads, lumbar supports, pillows, foot warmers, throws, blankets, fitted sheets, rugs and mattress zones
Engineering inputsDimensions, contact surface, power density, textile stack, power location, controller style, care method and household compliance
Industrial workwear flexible heating solution05

Industrial workwear

Reliable warmth for long, mobile shifts in harsh conditions.

Outdoor workers can face temperatures around -10 to -15°C or below together with wind, rain, snow and long mobile shifts. Passive insulation adds bulk and cannot respond as workload or exposure changes.

Operating priorities
  • Stable core warmth in cold, wet and windy conditions
  • Freedom of movement around tools, visibility trims and PPE
  • Adjustable output and practical runtime for long shifts
THERMOVEX system response
  • Thin CNT and graphene composite heaters mapped across three to five typical core zones
  • 5 V or 7.4 V reference architecture with NTC sensing and layered electrical protection
  • Wash-ready integration planned around moisture, flex, abrasion, sealed connections and battery access
Technical analysis

Heat zones are placed around core exposure and working posture while keeping seams, reflective trim, harness areas and PPE interfaces clear. Runtime is balanced against battery capacity and task intensity.

Typical applicationsPower and utility inspection, oil and gas fields, ports, logistics, cold-chain, construction, municipal services, courier operations and security
Engineering inputsAmbient range, wind and moisture exposure, shift length, activity level, PPE stack, zone map, battery capacity, wash protocol and target-market requirements

Developed from the submitted outdoor-worker thermal protection brief. Final temperature, runtime, wash method, PPE compatibility and conformity evidence are confirmed for each customised workwear program.

Mobility & specialist systems flexible heating solution06

Mobility & specialist systems

Thin, responsive heat shaped to the interface.

Mobility and specialist systems place strict limits on thickness, power, pressure distribution and interfaces. Heat must follow the product geometry and work consistently through repeated loading or transport cycles.

Operating priorities
  • Low-profile integration within seat geometry
  • Power, sensing and control compatibility
  • Durability under pressure, flex and repeat use
THERMOVEX system response
  • Custom heating shapes for seats, backrests, steering surfaces or insulated containers
  • 12 V reference systems with configurable connectors, sensors and controller interfaces
  • Thermal mapping and integration validation around the complete product stack
Technical analysis

Vehicle seating typically uses shaped 12 V zones. Temperature-sensitive logistics requires a different sensor position and control band, with compliance defined around the transported contents and intended use.

Typical applicationsAutomotive and passenger seating, recreational vehicles, marine, portable cushions, temperature-maintenance sleeves and insulated logistics boxes
Engineering inputsGeometry, trim or insulation stack, pressure zones, supply voltage, connector standard, duty cycle, temperature band and system-level requirements

Temperature-maintenance and medical-logistics applications require project-specific validation; the website does not imply approval for regulated transport or clinical use.

System selection by product scale

The application determines the electrical architecture.

A compact garment and a mattress should not share the same power strategy. THERMOVEX selects voltage, resistance, zone count, sensing and control around the useful heated area, the available energy source and the required duty cycle.

01

5 V portable

Apparel, wraps, hand warmers and compact cushions

USB power bank / up to 10 W typical
02

7.4 V wearable

Higher-output workwear and multi-zone outdoor products

Rechargeable pack / up to 15 W typical
03

12 V integrated

Vehicle seating, sleeping systems and specialist equipment

Adapter or vehicle supply / up to 18 W typical
04

24 V large area

Furniture, mattresses, broad panels and tent surfaces

Higher-capacity low-voltage system / project specific

Reference values are drawn from the supplied technical documentation. Final voltage, power, temperature range, controller and certification route are confirmed for each custom product.

From need to thermal architecture

Four questions shape every system

These questions translate the customer experience into engineering requirements before material selection and prototyping begin.

01

Where should heat be felt?

Define the contact area, body zone, surface geometry and acceptable temperature spread.

02

How will the product be powered?

Balance voltage, available energy, heat-up time, runtime and interface constraints.

03

How will it be used and cared for?

Set duty cycle, wash method, flex, abrasion, moisture and storage requirements.

04

What must the finished product prove?

Map electrical, chemical, textile and market-specific compliance for the target region.

A configurable system

Material, module, controller and finished product

THERMOVEX brings these layers together so heat becomes part of the product architecture rather than an isolated component.

Explore the technology
01Composite materialCNT + graphene textile heater
02Heating moduleGeometry, electrodes and leads
03Control systemNTC sensing and PWM output
04Product integrationComfort, care and compliance

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