Advanced Materials for a PFAS-free World
Breathable. Waterproof. PFAS-Free.
PFAS-free By Design
Developing breathable waterproof textiles without relying on persistent fluorinated chemistry.
Breathable Waterproof Protection
Engineered to resist liquid penetration while allowing heat and moisture to move through.
Single Fabric Architecture
A new material approach designed to replace complex laminated barrier systems with one functional fabric.
From One Urgent Problem to a Bigger Materials Challenge
After learning about the problem of PFAS in firefighter gear, ArcticEdge began developing a new kind of breathable, waterproof moisture barrier.
Our mission has grown from one urgent use case into a broader materials challenge: building next-generation textiles for a world moving beyond PFAS.
Protection that breathes
We’ve developed, built, and patented a PFAS-free textile platform for applications where waterproofing, chemical resistance, durability, and breathability all have to work together.
Breathability as a core function
Our fabric is engineered to support heat and moisture transfer while maintaining barrier protection, helping reduce the trapped-in feeling common in protective layers.
Protection from the outside in
Designed to resist liquid penetration and hazardous exposure pathways while moving beyond persistent fluorinated chemistry.
One fabric, Multiple jobs
Instead of stacking layers or spraying coatings onto fabric to force performance, we are building more function into a single fabric system.
Built to integrate
Produced in roll format and developed with cut-and-sew, seam sealing, and protective apparel integration in mind.
Starting with FireFighting. Built for much more.
Firefighting Gear
Our first market, where the need is urgent and the standards are demanding.
Industrial PPE
Breathable waterproof protection for workers in harsh, wet, hot, or hazardous environments.
Outdoor & Rainwear
PFAS-free waterproof performance for jackets, shells, rainwear, and performance apparel.
Military and Tactical
Advanced textile systems for demanding field conditions where protection and comfort both matter.
CBRN & Chemical Protection
Barrier materials for protective systems where liquid and chemical resistance are critical.
Building and Technical Membranes
Longer-term opportunities in breathable waterproof barriers beyond apparel.
Looking for PFAS-free breathable waterproof materials?
We’re speaking with textile manufacturers, PPE companies, outdoor brands, public-sector stakeholders, and technical partners exploring next-generation material systems.
1. PFAS-free material development
2. Breathable waterproof textile platform
3. Protective and performance applications
Built By Scientists, For the Real World
Co-Founder
Drew Davidson, BASc, MEng, PhD Candidate
Nanotechnology & Chemical Engineering expert, inspired by his mother’s firefighting career.
Co-Founder
Kade Truman, BSc, MBET
Science & Business background with a passion for turning deep science into real-world solutions.
Research Associate
Estatira Amirieh, MEng
Chemical engineer dedicated to sustainability and safety.
Advisor
Dr. Milad Kamkar
Assistant Professor, University of Waterloo. Expert in soft materials science.