Textiles Fabrics

Coated and Laminated Textiles

Coating and lamination offer methods of improving and modifying the physical properties and appearance of fabrics and also the development of entirely new products by combining the benefits of fabrics, polymers and films. This detailed book covers all aspects of coating and lamination within the textile industry including - compound ingredients, how to set and adhere to strictly controlled processing conditions, the accurate control of production variables, the safe handling of toxic materials and the ongoing research into future products which will facilitate recycling and disposal. This book is particularly useful in the insight it gives about the challenges and opportunities that these new treatments offer and is essential reading for technologists, chemists and production engineers working in this exciting field. Authoritative review of the latest developments in coating and lamination processes for textiles Focuses on the importance of setting and adhering to processing conditions Written by the author of the well-known Textiles in automotive engineering

Textile Manufacturer

Engineering Apparel Fabrics and Garments

As consumer demands for specific attributes in their textiles increase and global competition intensifies, it is important that the industry finds ways of engineering certain performance requirements into textiles and apparel. This book reviews how fabrics and garments can be engineered to meet technical performance and other characteristics required for the specific end-use.Chapters begin with fabric and garment handle and making – up performance, followed by wear appearance issues, such as wrinkling, pilling and bagging. Further chapters include fabric and garment drape, durability related issues, as well as physiological and psychological comfort. Key topics of fire retardancy, waterproofing, breathability and ultraviolet protection are also discussed.Written by two highly distinguished authors, this is an invaluable book for a wide range of readers in the textile and apparel industries, ranging from textile and garment manufacturers, designers, researchers, developers to buyers. - Reviews the engineering of fabrics to meet technical performance requirements for specific end-use - Chapters examine various wear appearance issues such as wrinkling, bagging and fabric and garment drape - Discusses durability related issues including fire retardancy and waterproofing as well as psychological and physiological fabric comfort