Principles of Textile Finishing

Principles of Textile Finishing presents the latest information on textile finishing for industry professionals and researchers who are new to the field. As these processes are versatile and varied in their applications, the book provides information on how decisions on finishes and techniques may be made subjectively or based on experience.

In addition, the book presents the desired final properties of textile materials and how they differ widely from product to product, helping finishers who face significant challenges in delivering fabrics that meet the requirements of end-users be successful.

Written by an author who is an expert in the field, and who has with many years of experience in industry and academia, this book provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes.

  • Provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes
  • Assists industry professionals and researchers in selecting finishes that will result in fabric properties that meet the requirements of end-users
  • Written by an author with years of experience in industry and academia and who is an expert in the field
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Principles of Textile Finishing

Principles of Textile Finishing presents the latest information on textile finishing for industry professionals and researchers who are new to the field. As these processes are versatile and varied in their applications, the book provides information on how decisions on finishes and techniques may be made subjectively or based on experience.

In addition, the book presents the desired final properties of textile materials and how they differ widely from product to product, helping finishers who face significant challenges in delivering fabrics that meet the requirements of end-users be successful.

Written by an author who is an expert in the field, and who has with many years of experience in industry and academia, this book provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes.

  • Provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes
  • Assists industry professionals and researchers in selecting finishes that will result in fabric properties that meet the requirements of end-users
  • Written by an author with years of experience in industry and academia and who is an expert in the field
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Principles of Textile Finishing

Principles of Textile Finishing

by Asim Kumar Roy Choudhury
Principles of Textile Finishing

Principles of Textile Finishing

by Asim Kumar Roy Choudhury

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Overview

Principles of Textile Finishing presents the latest information on textile finishing for industry professionals and researchers who are new to the field. As these processes are versatile and varied in their applications, the book provides information on how decisions on finishes and techniques may be made subjectively or based on experience.

In addition, the book presents the desired final properties of textile materials and how they differ widely from product to product, helping finishers who face significant challenges in delivering fabrics that meet the requirements of end-users be successful.

Written by an author who is an expert in the field, and who has with many years of experience in industry and academia, this book provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes.

  • Provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types, and applications of textile finishes
  • Assists industry professionals and researchers in selecting finishes that will result in fabric properties that meet the requirements of end-users
  • Written by an author with years of experience in industry and academia and who is an expert in the field

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780081006610
Publisher: Elsevier Science
Publication date: 04/29/2017
Series: The Textile Institute Book Series
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 556
File size: 15 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Asim Kumar Roy Choudhury is presently working as principal, KPS Institute of Polytechnic, Belmuri. He retired as Professor and HOD (Textile) from the Government College of Engineering and Textile Technology, Serampore (W.B.), India. He has over 30 years’ experience in textile coloration and finishing in academia and industry, and has written numerous papers and several books on the subject, including the recently published two-volume work Principles of Colour and Appearance Measurement.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to finishing
2. Surface finishing
3. Antishrink finishing
4. Starch finishing
5. Acid–alkali finish
6. Softening
7. Repellent finishes
8. Flame- and fire-retardant finishes
9. Easy-care finishing
10. Antistatic and soil-release finishes
11. Finishes for protection against microbial, insect and UV radiation
12. Finishing of denim fabrics
13. Wool and silk finishing processes
14. Various ecofriendly finishes

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Systematic introduction to the principles, types, and applications of finishes used in the technical textile, high-performance clothing, and apparel industries

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