MAVIG and Outlast Bring NASA Technology to Everyday Clinical Practice
In operating rooms, during examinations, and in emergency situations, medical professionals work under extreme pressure - concentration and precision are required, often for hours on end. In radiology, where heavy radiation protection gear is part of everyday life, heat stress is a well-known challenge. While protective clothing ensures essential radiation shielding, it also traps heat and moisture, which can lead to fatigue, discomfort, and reduced efficiency over time.
This is where the partnership between MAVIG, the Munich-based specialist in radiation protection, and Outlast Technologies, the pioneer of adaptive temperature regulation, takes clinical protective gear to a new level.
Originally developed for NASA, the Outlast® technology is based on an ingenious yet simple principle: it absorbs excess body heat, stores it within the fabric, and releases it when needed. The result is a balanced microclimate directly on the skin - even under heavy protective gear and during extended wear. This means less overheating, less moisture, and greater comfort.
MAVIG integrates these high-tech materials into its protective clothing and head wear, designed specifically for radiology. For doctors and medical staff, the difference is tangible: more comfort, better concentration, and improved performance during long and demanding procedures.
“Our products are designed not only to provide protection but to support medical professionals in their demanding work as effectively as possible,” says Anna-Luisa Uhlitz, Head of Product and Project Management for Personal Protective Equipment at MAVIG. “By collaborating with Outlast, we’ve significantly enhanced comfort for our users.”
Outlast Technologies also sees the collaboration as a perfect match:
“The demands on healthcare professionals are enormous,” says Ingo Horger, Senior Business Development Manager at Outlast. “We’re proud that a technology originally developed for astronauts is now helping everyday heroes in medicine and patient care stay comfortable under pressure.”
About MAVIG GmbH
MAVIG is a family-owned company based in Munich and has stood for innovation, precision, and uncompromising quality standards since 1921. Medical institutions around the world trust MAVIG’s products “Made in Germany,” which combine maximum safety with superior comfort in radiation protection and medical suspension systems.
About Outlast Technologies GmbH
The Outlast® temperature-regulating technology was originally developed for NASA. Today, it enables active thermal management in a wide range of applications, helping to reduce perspiration and improve comfort - here on Earth, just as it once did in space.
At MAVIG, the Outlast® temperature-regulating technology is used in protective head coverings and vests.
The Outlast® lining makes all the difference: less sweating, more comfort.
With their smart functionality, MAVIG products make everyday clinical work noticeably more comfortable.