PIL Membranes Ltd.

About Us 

PIL Membranes Limited specialise in the development of polymer and membrane systems used by worldwide manufacturing companies in applications that require protection and comfort.

We offer a diverse range of membrane solutions, including microporous PU, hydrophilic PU and PTFE bicomponent technologies - proudly manufacturing and supplying globally for over 50 years.

Our vision is to to accelerate the transition to sustainable membrane technologies.

Our Brands Divisions

Porelle® membranes are used in a range of apparel, footwear and accessory applications, offering protection against weather elements and potential hazards in the work environment. We offer a range of membrane technologies engineered for extreme, high performance outerwear. Markets using our membranes include military, firefighters, police, search & rescue, industrial, medical and sports & leisure.

Porelle® inserts have been designed specifically for use in protective gloves and hats. They allow the wearer to be safe, dry and comfortable. While protecting the user they remain light and flexible. They have been developed specifically for demanding requirements in both technical and sports & leisure markets. This includes firefighter, military, police, workwear and motorcycle.

Permair® is a dry finishing system designed to be laminated to split leather or a textile substrate. It provides the look and feel of real leather with enhanced performance. It is waterproof and breathable, and offers a protective layer against scuffs as well as stains. Making permair® ideal for children’s, sports and men’s formal footwear, as well as belts, bags and leather goods. Permair® is available in a range of different grains and colours.

Plastoprint® is a compressible dry offset printing blanket made from 100% polyester polyurethane. Available in a range of thicknesses, plastoprint® is suitable for printing on a variety of substrates used in the manufacture of thin-walled, pre-formed plastic containers, for both round and out-of-round. Ideally suited to both cup and pail printing. This includes stadium cups, yoghurt pots, paint pails/buckets, noodle pots and yellow fat containers/tubs.