Types of Calenders in Textiles With the simultaneous action of temperature, force and moisture, the surface of the textile substrate are modified. This simultaneous action is called calendering. Calendering in textile may simply be achieved while passing the textile substrate in between two heated drums or rollers. The rotation speed and pressure of the heated […]
Industrial Problems During Calendering & Troubleshooting
Industrial Problems During Calendering & Troubleshooting Calendering Calendaring is a process where fabric is compressed by passing it between two or more rolls under controlled conditions of time, temperature and pressure. Industrial problems during Calendering & it’s troubleshooting : During calendaring ,heat transfer problems are very common in the industry. The following points have been […]
Calendering | Factors Effecting Calendering | Calendering Machine Construction
Calendering | Factors Effecting Calendering | Calendering Machine Construction Calendering With the simultaneous action of temperature, force and moisture, the surface of the textile substrate are modified. This simultaneous action is called calendering. Calendering in textile may simply be achieved while passing the textile substrate in between two heated drums or rollers. The rotation speed […]
Naturally Colored Cotton
Naturally Colored Cotton Naturally colored cotton is cotton that has been bred to have colors other than the yellowish off-white typical of modern commercial cotton fibres. Colors grown include red, green and several shades of brown. The cotton’s natural color does not fade. Yields are typically lower and the fiber is shorter and weaker but […]
Zein Fibre
Zein Fibre | Physical and Chemical Properties of Zein Fibre | Production of Zein fibre Zein Fibre Regenerated protein fibers made from corn and maize. Zein fibers were commercially sold as Vicara from 1948 to 1957. They were made with the crushed meal of corn and maize after the oil was extracted. The meal is […]
Groundnut Fibre
Groundnut Fibres | Chemical Structure of Groundnut Fibre | Production of Groundnut Fiber One of the most likely sources of vegetable protein for fiber production was groundnuts, which grow as a staple product in many of the hot, humid regions of the world. Groundnuts (peanuts, monkey nuts) are used in large quantities as a source […]
Surgical Gowns Using SMMMS Method
Surgical Gowns Using SMMMS Method ABSTRACT Surgical Gowns are hospital gowns worn by medical professionals as personal protective equipment (PPE) in order to provide a barrier between patient and professional. A medical product according to Standard EN 13795.Surgical gowns are medical products. As such, they have to fulfil the basic demands stipulated in the standard series. […]