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Dyes And Pigments Dyes and pigments are the main elements for wet processing. Wet processing is done by the different types of dues and chemicals. Different branded dyes and pigments are used for dyeing and printing. Different countries are producing dyes and chemicals. India is the leading dye and pigments manufacturer in the world. Indian … Read more
Reactive Softener Reactive softener is not as commonly used as cationic or nonionic softener. It is applicable to all fibers and gives a permanent finish to textile materials. Properties of Reactive Softener The following are properties of reactive softeners: They are- Methods of Reactive softener application Pad – dry- calendar method is used to apply … Read more
Softener Amphoteric softener and silicon softener are not widely used. Silicon softener is the latest type of softener. Properties of Amphoteric Softener: These molecules consist of one or longer alkyl chains attached to polar molecules which contain both anionic and cationic groups. Their nature depends on PH. Neutral PH: No ionic Lower PH: Cationic Higher … Read more
Nonionic Softener Nonionic softener is widely used on synthetic fibers and their blends. It is compatible to use for synthetic fibers. Properties of Nonionic Softener The properties of the nonionic softener are given below. Methods of Nonionic Softener Application Nonionic softener is used on fiber in the following way. Advantages and Disadvantages of Nonionic Softener: … Read more
Anionic Softener Anionic softener is not as commonly used as a cationic softener. This softener is applied to cellulosic and its blended textile materials. Properties of Anionic Softener The following are properties of an anionic softener: They are- Methods of Anionic Softener Application Anionic softener is applied to the fabric in the following way: Advantages … Read more
Cationic Softener Cationic softeners are one of the important softening agents used for the finishing process. It is widely used for softening cellulosic materials. Properties of Cationic Softener The properties of cationic softeners are given below. They are- Preparation of Softener Solution Softener solution is made in the following way. Methods of Cationic Softener Application … Read more
