Manmade Textiles
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Chemical Properties of Polyester
Polyester, particularly poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET), is a condensation polymer containing ester linkages in its main chain. These ester groups determine…
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Physical Properties of Polyester Fibre: Complete Table and Explanation
Polyester is one of the most important synthetic fibres used in the textile industry. It is widely used for apparel,…
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Manufacturing of Polyester Using TA Route: Process and Reactions
Polyester fibre is produced mainly from polyethylene terephthalate (PET). In the TA or PTA route, PET is manufactured directly from…
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Manufacturing of Polyester Using DMT Route: Process, Reactions and PET Production
What happens when dimethyl terephthalate (DMT) is mixed with monoethylene glycol (MEG)? It does not immediately become polyester fibre. First,…
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Why Terephthalic Acid (TA/TPA) is the preferred manufacturing route for Polyester compared to Dimethyl Terephthalate (DMT)?
Based on key operational data and polymer reaction engineering principles, here is why Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) is the preferred…
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Die Swell in Melt Spinning | Flow Instabilities Part 1
What is Die Swell? When a polymer is pushed through a spinneret (a tool with small holes) under pressure, part…
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Benefits and Drawbacks of Textured Yarns
Textured yarns are valued for their bulk, elasticity, enhanced cover, drape, warmth, versatility, visual appeal, reduced wrinkling, and moisture management.…
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Classification of Textured Yarns
Textured yarns can be classified by their bulk and elastic recovery into stretched, modified stretched, and bulked yarns, each produced…
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What is Texturing/Texturising/Texturizing?
Texturing, or texturizing, involves introducing permanent crimps, curls, and loops into continuous filaments to impart luxurious bulk, moisture, and softness,…
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What is Flat Yarn and What are the Drawbacks of Flat Yarns?
Flat yarns are straight and smooth, leading to discomfort, poor moisture regain, and static charge issues. These properties make them…
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