How Polartec® jacket programs work
Polartec® is a fabric brand, not a garment maker. A brand specifies a Polartec fabric for a style, and a manufacturer builds the garment around it. That makes the project different from a generic jacket program in three ways: the fabric defines much of the performance story, fabric availability and minimums are set by the fabric supply chain, and the way you may label and market the garment depends on the trademark owner’s approval. Mont Gear works inside those rules and is not an agent or licensee of Polartec.
Polartec platforms we build jackets around
| Platform | Category | What brands use it for | Program page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Shield® and Power Shield® Pro | Softshell weather protection | Stretch, wind-resistant, water-repellent jackets for active use | Power Shield jackets |
| NeoShell® | Breathable waterproof fabric | Waterproof, stretchy shells that sit between softshell and hard shell | NeoShell jackets |
| Alpha® | Active insulation | Breathable insulation for stop-and-go activity | Alpha insulated jackets |
| Thermal Pro® and Power Grid™ | Fleece | Warm, compressible mid layers and fleece jackets | Fleece jackets |
Platform names follow Polartec’s published product families. Current fabric variants and availability are confirmed with approved supply sources for each program.
Who does what
| Task | Brand or buyer | Mont Gear |
|---|---|---|
| Choose and specify the Polartec fabric for each style | Yes | Advises on fit with the use case and construction |
| Authorization, labeling and hangtag use | Yes, with the trademark owner | Supports with documents and correct label placement |
| Fabric sourcing coordination and lead times | Confirms nominations | Coordinates where material is available |
| Pattern, construction, trims and seam strategy | Reviews | Engineers and samples |
| Production, inline checks and final QC | Approves samples | Runs production and QC |
Choosing the right platform
- Active days in changeable weather: a softshell platform such as Power Shield for wind and light rain, with stretch and breathability
- Rain and snow with stretch: NeoShell-type breathable waterproof fabric. Compare with our Power Shield vs NeoShell guide
- Warmth while moving: Alpha active insulation under or inside a breathable shell
- Everyday warmth and layering: Thermal Pro or Power Grid fleece
What to send for a quote
- Tech pack, sketch or a reference garment (photos and measurements are fine to start)
- Size range, sizing market and quantity per style and colour
- Fabric direction: hard shell, softshell or a named Polartec® platform, plus target price
- Required features: hood type, pockets, vents, zippers, insulation, reflective details
- Testing needs (for example hydrostatic head, breathability, seam strength, wash tests)
- Sample timeline and bulk delivery window
Please include the Polartec platform and variant you intend to use, so that availability and minimums can be checked early.
Trademark note: Polartec®, Power Shield®, NeoShell®, Alpha®, Thermal Pro® and Power Grid™ are trademarks of their respective owner. Mont Gear is not an agent or licensee of Polartec. The names are used here to describe fabric platforms buyers search for and specify. Polartec fabric availability, buyer authorization, labeling, hangtag use and public performance claims must be confirmed with the trademark owner and approved supply sources for each program.
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