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Performance apparel represents one of the fastest growing sectors of the international textile industry (Business Wire 2007i). Its growth is being fuelled by new fibre and fabric developments, enhanced process technologies and changing consumer lifestyles. As a result, many companies are exploiting their knowledge and experience to expand into this market, including superabsorbent fibre manufacturer Technical Absorbents Ltd. One avenue it is thoroughly exploring is the use of superabsorbent fibres to help keep us cool, reports the company's Anita Patchett.