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SRTX is a Canadian material science and technology company based in Montreal, Quebec.[1][2][3]Founded by entrepreneur Katherine Homuth, SRTX is best known for the development of the Sheertex rip-resist knit that is used to produce sheer tights, swimwear, and waterproof membranes for other types of apparel.[1]SRTX specializes in producing textile components and apparel made using the polymer UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene).[1][3]It was founded in 2017.[1][2][3]

History

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SRTX was established in 2017 by Katherine Homuth in Muskoka, Ontario in Canada.[1][4]The company initially gained attention through a successful Kickstarter campaign under the name Sheerly Genius, which aimed to manufacture hosiery  with a focus on product durability.[5][6][7]

In 2023, the company launched Watertex, a line of swimsuits and other fast-drying, hydrophobic apparel products made using UHMWPE.[1]




References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f "Sheertex maker looks to get a leg up on pantyhose rivals with new plant – and maybe even displace Gore-Tex". The Globe and Mail. 2024-02-27. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  2. ^ a b "Sheertex: Poking a hole in disposable pantyhose". www.edc.ca. 2024-03-07. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  3. ^ a b c "SRTX announces new vertical global HQ in Montreal, Que. - Canadian ManufacturingCanadian Manufacturing". www.canadianmanufacturing.com. 2024-02-01. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  4. ^ Meyers, Tracey (2019-04-15). "Textile Technology Brand Sheertex Created Unbreakable Pantyhose". WWD. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  5. ^ "Indestructible tights created using ballistic fibres which can withstand 50 wears and even Velcro". The Independent. 2018-02-07. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  6. ^ "This Kickstarter Is Creating Pantyhose That Are (Actually) Indestructible". Yahoo. February 8, 2018.
  7. ^ "Katherine Homuth back in founder mode with new startup Sheerly Genius | BetaKit". 2018-02-13. Retrieved 2024-08-09.