Tanatex to showcase latest textile processing solutions at ITMA

30 Aug '11

5 min read

TECHNICAL TEXTILES
We develop specialized, customized and specific binders, additives and compounds to guarantee the quality and extend the lifetime and performance of Technical Textiles. This results e.g. in new NMP free, primarily polyurethane based binders for impregnation and/or coating of synthetic fabrics for mainly outdoor articles. The latest development is a rigid polycarbonate based polyurethane dispersion with excellent UV resistance, especially designed for coating of e.g. polyamide rip stop for spinnaker material. It stiffens the fabric without having too much impact on the mechanical properties (tensile- and tear strength). Two other new polyester based polyurethane dispersions for coating of synthetic fabrics can be used for all sorts of outdoor exposed articles (tent material, lightweight canopies, and awnings). They have high light fastness, UV resistance, excellent resistance to hydrolysis and the final coating is resistant against mildew and fungus.

BE GREEN CONCEPT
The wet application of textile requires huge amounts of water, energy and harsh chemicals. As most of the processes are running at high temperatures, high consumption of gas is needed for generating steam and water heating. This results in a high CO2 emission. TANATEX has developed the BE GREEN Concept which ensures bleaching at only 75°C (normal 95°C - 98°C). Reducing the temperature immediately reduces the consumption of methane gas and therefore the emission of CO2. The BE GREEN concept is suitable for white for dyeing and full white bleaching, including OBA's and is based on a low temperature activator controlling the decomposition of peroxide and rapidly developing the required whiteness. It is based on specially selected dispersants and surfactants. Process cycles reduce the total time, water consumption and gas CO2 emission up to 50% and a reduction of 25% in COD levels in the effluent.

Actipro Probiotic Finish
A lot of textile materials are trapping dust and debris during their use, creating an ideal growing place for unwanted pathogen bacteria and allergens (e.g. mattresses, carpets and filters). The bad bacteria multiply quickly because it provides an abundant food source to them. The anti-bacterial way is however a destructive method for pathogens but also for the positive micro-organisms and necessary skin flora of humans. Bacteria adapt themselves in harsh environments and become resistant to the antibacterial products. Actipro, the probiotics concept is the opposite of anti-biotics and means "for life", not against it! Actipro is completely composed of natural ingredients. Bad bacteria and fungi get no chance to grow and reproduce. It neutralizes house dust mite allergens and reduces bad smells. Treated textiles contain 99% less bad bacteria compared to untreated textiles. It is a biological product with no negative effects on humans.

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