Technological excellence from a single source: Addheat sets new standards for safety, durability and comfort in smart textiles

Warmth meets technology

Heated clothing has developed into a dynamically growing segment within the textile and safety technology industry in recent years. Whether for outdoor use, occupational safety or leisure activities, intelligent heating solutions improve comfort, performance and safety in equal measure.

For over two decades, the manufacturer Mec Addheat has specialised in the development and production of heated clothing based on lithium-ion technology. The company is considered one of the pioneers of modern heating systems and will present its latest developments at A+A 2025 in Düsseldorf – the leading international trade fair for occupational safety, security and health.

Addheat: Two decades of experience and in-house production

Addheat has more than 20 years of experience in the development, design and manufacture of high-performance heating systems. All core components – including heating elements, control electronics and energy modules – are produced entirely in-house.

This vertical production approach ensures consistent quality control and high product reliability. It also allows for flexible adaptation to customer-specific requirements in different market segments. Addheat develops heating solutions for jackets, underwear, gloves and technical and industrial protective clothing.

Carbon fibre technology for efficient heat

At the heart of Addheat systems is a specially developed carbon fibre heating technology. This technology combines high energy efficiency with flexibility and durability. The heating elements can be easily integrated into textiles without compromising comfort or freedom of movement.

The most important technological features at a glance:

• Flexible carbon fibres: Resistant to repeated washing, stretching and folding.
• Intelligent temperature control: Automatic adjustment of heating power to the environment and usage situation.
• Optimised energy management: Efficient use of lithium-ion batteries for long runtimes and short charging times.
• Flat, lightweight design: Minimal impact on wearing comfort and clothing aesthetics.

These features make Addheat systems particularly suitable for use in demanding environments – from outdoor activities and leisure to industrial applications.

Applications in different market segments

Addheat works with textile and clothing companies worldwide to implement customised solutions for various areas of application. The fields of application range from outdoor and sportswear to powersports equipment and industrial workwear and protective clothing.

In the field of outdoor and leisure clothing, the systems enable even, comfortable heat distribution even in extreme weather conditions. In industry and occupational safety, they contribute to the safety and health of employees working in cold environments.

In addition, Addheat offers comprehensive OEM, ODM and white label services. Clothing manufacturers can integrate the heating modules directly into existing production lines, as the systems are compact, pre-assembled and internationally compatible.

Quality, safety and sustainability

All Addheat products are manufactured exclusively with in-house components. This allows complete control over materials, manufacturing processes and final assembly.

The company complies with a wide range of international quality and safety standards, including ISO, FAD, CE, REACH, RoHS, PFAS and TSCA. These certifications document compliance with technical, safety-related and environmental standards.

The focus is on durable, low-maintenance solutions that ensure a high level of operational safety in both industrial environments and private use.

Research and development

Addheat continuously invests in research and development to set new standards in the areas of energy efficiency, comfort and user-friendliness. The current focus of development is on the following areas:

• Integration of sensor technology and control electronics to enable adaptive heat emission.
• Advanced battery technologies with higher capacity and improved energy density.
• Connectivity solutions for wireless control of heating output via mobile devices.
• Material optimisation for greater wash resistance and durability in everyday use.

This continuous development results in solutions that are characterised by intelligent control, simple operation and high energy efficiency.

Addheat at A+A 2025 in Düsseldorf

The presentation at A+A 2025 underlines Addheat’s position as an innovative technology leader in the field of heated clothing. The trade fair offers the ideal platform to present the latest developments in the field of smart wearables and intelligent occupational safety solutions to an international audience of experts.

Addheat will present a selection of its current product generation, including systems with integrated sensor technology, modular heating solutions for OEM partners and fully networked heating components for industrial protective clothing.

The trade fair participation is characterised by international cooperation with textile manufacturers, brands and industrial customers to introduce the next generation of intelligent heating technologies to the market.

Conclusion: progress through integration and precision

With more than two decades of experience, complete in-house production and a consistent focus on quality, Addheat has achieved a leading position in the market for heated textiles. The company offers technologically advanced systems that combine efficiency, safety and user comfort.

The combination of carbon fibre technology, smart control and sustainable energy management creates solutions that set new standards in both leisure and work environments.

Addheat is thus exemplary for the next step in the development of smart textiles – clothing that not only protects, but actively improves comfort and performance.