After years of dedication and research, Astec Int and Zondo have developed a unique fabric which draws energy and reflects body heat. The world's first "Self Heating Gloves and Insoles" are entirely battery free.
There may be as many as ten million people who suffer from Raynaud`s disease in the UK (one in 6). It is thought, up to 20% of the adult population worldwide suffers from varying degrees of the condition. Having products that will help circulation in their hands and feet is groundbreaking. In testing, positive results were reported by people who had used these revolutionary new products, after only 10 minutes.
The Self Heating Gloves and Insoles are not just for people with Raynaud`s disease. Anyone who has poor circulation, or like me, has spent many an uncomfortable hour or two with freezing hands and feet supporting my favourite team on a Saturday afternoon, will love these amazing products!
History of material
The materials used in the gloves and insoles were developed for the German military and have had many forms over the past 7 years. The materials are used by major corporations such as Airbus, in the screening and absorption of energy, EMC, RF frequencies.
Body screening products are a very new concept, but they have been welcomed enthusiastically by many people over the last year. Our newest material is the best yet giving amazing initial results in body screening.
How it works
The patented heating fleece reflects the radiation from the body in order to raise and maintain your natural body temperature. The polymer metal coated fibers create an excellent circulation of warmth. Our Specialist nano fabric is touch screen compatible so you can always have what you need at your finger tips!
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Development stage
Finished products
Perks
We have created a variety of perks to suit everyone's needs. We have added some of the Zondo products into the mix. Please take a look.
Added Value to Pledges
Zondo Booties
Zondo Firefly Light Up Bag
ShakeSphere Shaker Bottle
Sizing Chart
Gloves
All sizes are unisex.
Insoles
How the money will be spent
With your support we can make our idea a reality. Your money will help us to buy the "nano" fabric and other materials and accessories that will be needed for the gloves and insoles. Help us produce the items and get it to all the backers by December 2015.
Production plan
Team
Feedback from people with Raynaurd`s disease on insoles and gloves:
Positive warming effect on the condition.
The warming effect was noticed in 10 minutes.
The effects are best noticed when moving around or exercising.
They work very well in wet and cold conditions as well.
Average user wears the insole 10-12 hours a day, they found it very comfortable and would recommend it to friends and family as well as others who suffer from the same condition. Some results show that after wearing the gloves for 90 minutes the patients hands were pleasantly hotter than usual because they had not had any circulation in their fingers for so long.
Testimonials
Isobel has been suffering with Raynaud`s for over 25 years. See her results yourself. Hardly any blood supply got to Isobel`s finger tips before she tried the gloves but look at the picture after 30 minutes of wearing the gloves.
Testimonial Video
Risks and challenges
We believe that we have covered all possible challenges. The challenges, which are unknown, will be tackled head on by our more than capable team.
We will assess each setback – qualify each point and ensure we resolve each setback with a positive resolution in every case.
The warmth will last for the lifespan of the products. We chose robust materials to make it last as long as possible it will also depend on how often you will use it. We anticipate a minimum of 12 months.
They will last years if you only use them in the winter months.
Some people are planning to use they daily so it's hard to put a timeline on,
like with any other clothing garments it will depend on how well you take care
of them.
They do not just draw heat they draw energy. As an absorber of energy they would pull energy / heat towards the hand / fingers from adjacent areas. They then prevent this energy leaving the body. These draws of energy will a decent body temperature and circulation to areas that are cold or poorly circulated.
Plug in ones aren't self-heating. They generate their own heat from an artificial source. Our gloves use your own body heat / energy to create or maintain good body temperature. We do not use any artificial heat source. The material is developed from polyamide fibres and specific earth metals. There are no products or processes which would cause illness or disease.
We have trialed the gloves in –10 C and they work brilliantly. We have not experienced trialling them in –40 C but theoretically they should work.
Will the gloves come in additional colours?
To ensure deliveries are honored on time we will concentrate on one colour for this campaign however future colours and designs are in the pipeline.
When do you choose your glove and insole size?
Backers will be sent a survey upon completion of the campaign within which a sizing option will be given for the gloves whilst the insoles can be cut to the required size when delivered.
How do we know that this glove is original the world's first self heating gloves as you advertised and genuinely made in UK and not from China? A lot of crowdfunding project merely just order a mass production from Chinese factory or Alibaba and just do the re-branding/change the brand name. Experienced and traumatized from that experienced so we just want to ask and confirm to ensure peace of mind and heart.
We have a complex set up due to the unique fabric. The fabric has taken nearly 20 years to develop in Germany (originally designed for the German military) all the designs and branding have been carefully constructed with out talented UK designers from all different backgrounds bringing this innovation to life. We have this specialist nano fabric shipped to the UK checked, tested and then sent to our Chinese factory who assembles this with the supervision of UK staff and the best machinists and seamstresses who have worked on the top brands worldwide. We then do all the QC checks and bring it back to out UK distribution centre.
Thank you for your support.
Zondo & Astec
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