Journal of the Society of Dyers and Colourists · 1966 · 12 citations · 0 references
Natural SciencesMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceMaterials ProcessingPolymer EngineeringPolymer MaterialsComposite MaterialsNanocompositesSurface FinishesTechnical TextilesTextile FinishingTextile MaterialsAntistatic FinishingChemical FinishingFabric FinishingNanocomposite FinishesRenewable Material FinishesSurface Soiling RemovalTextile Surface FinishesWear Resistance Development
Problems arising from the hydrophobic nature of Terylene (ICI) are discussed, viz. the generation of a static charge and consequent soiling. The first successful attempt to overcome these problems by modifying the fibre surface was a treatment with sodium polyglycollate, but this process was unsuitable for commercial use. A new finishing agent, Permalose T, which confers antistatic and improved anti–soiling properties was therefore developed, and its effect confirmed by wearer trials. The finish obtained has excellent durability, and its application to various Terylene and Terylene blend fabrics is described.