What is Geotextile? There are two kinds of geotextile, the first one is geotextile woven and the second is geotextile non-woven. The difference between woven and non-woven is the method on how to produce it, geotextile woven made with two or more set of thread/filament fiber that weaves to each other while non-woven made by…
What is hollow fiber or hollowfibre? Hollow fiber duvets get their name since they’re made from fibers that have space between their knotting. The ‘hollow’ space between the fibers helps to ensure that the duvet is breathable and also means it’s higher than many other comparable duvets filled with alternative synthetic fillings. Hollow Fiber is…
What is flax (linen)? Once one of the world’s most common textiles, linen now represents only 1% of global apparel fibers in use. Consumption peaked in 2005 at 709,000 tons and has been in decline since. It is the oldest known plant fiber used to make textiles and was widely used until displaced by cotton….
What is hemp? Hemp is a strong and relatively coarse fiber that is used alone or in blends, mostly for woven textiles. It is used, to name a few, in jeans, shirts, uppers for shoes, hats, and accessories. It is made from the stems of Cannabis sativa, a variety of hemp that has extremely low…
What is Tencel? Tencel is a branded version of the Manmade Cellulosic (MMC) fiber known as Lyocell. It is a registered trademark of the manufacturer called Lenzing. Its development in the 1980s was partially motivated by concern over environmental impacts associated with rayon, which also belongs to the group of MMC fibers. Tencel is similar…
The Polyester Staple Fiber Market report gives in-depth analysis and insights into trends impacting agencies and corporations on a worldwide and regional level. The report covers the worldwide Polyester Staple Fiber Market performance in terms of revenue contribution from various segments and consists of a detailed evaluation of key trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities influencing…
What is cotton? Cotton is one of the most widely used and most favoured materials for fashion. It has been cultivated and refined by man for more than 5000 years, but today cultivation methods have become an environmental problem. As designers, we need to know what consequences our choice of materials have, and cotton is…
The global Virgin Polyester Staple Fiber market was million USD in 2019 and is expected to million USD by the end of 2025, growing at a CAGR of between 2020 and 2025. According to the report, the global polyester staple fiber market was valued at US$ 23.4 Bn in 2015 and is projected to reach US$ 42.4 by 2024,…
Basic Information about Low Melt Staple Fiber Low melting fiber is a bi-component fiber known for its strong bonding properties, often used in the spinning of durable yarns. It is valued for its thermal bonding capabilities, making it a popular choice in industries such as automotive and construction for insulation. This fiber can be blended…
What is Nylon Yarn? Mono Filament Yarn can be obtained by direct spinning or by splitting the Mother Yarn. It has exceptional resistance and hence it is utilized for fuel and chemicals. This type of monofilaments is widely used in the production of filter fabrics and automotive utilities. A polyester Monofilament yarn is also used…
