Optimization of the color fastness and mechanical properties of pigment dyed PC fabric
ISSN: 0369-9420
Article publication date: 10 August 2018
Issue publication date: 25 October 2018
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to improve the mechanical properties and reduce the stiffness/harshness of fabric associated with the pigment dyeing of textiles.
Design/methodology/approach
The fabric was pigment dyed with the addition of three different softeners and binders. The fabric was then analyzed to have improved textile properties by measuring tear strength, bending length, crocking and washing fastness tests.
Findings
The conventional route of pigment dyeing (without any softener) imparted poor mechanical and rubbing fastness. The softener-added recipe provided better mechanical, rubbing and washing fastness, and the stiffness values were oppressed as well.
Practical implications
Because of reduced stiffness, increased fastness and mechanical properties, the use of softener with pigment dyeing can improve the market values and satisfaction of the dyed fabrics. The finished product would also have better life and endurance. The process can be modified easily to have a better end-product with a negligible cost addition in industrial process, as softeners are cheap and used in low (10-20 g/l) in industrial settings without affecting the required shades.
Originality/value
This is the first report, to the best of the author’s knowledge, on the optimization of pigment dyeing of PC fabric with the addition of Helizarin and perapret softeners in dyeing bath.
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Acknowledgements
The authors are very thankful for the technical assistance and instrument handling of the Department of Textile Processing, National Textile University Faisalabad, Pakistan for their valuable contribution and assistance.
Conflict of interest: Authors declare no conflict of interest with anyone.
Ethical approval: Not required.
Citation
Azeem, A., Abid, S., Sarwar, N., Ali, S., Maqsood, A., Masood, R. and Hussain, T. (2018), "Optimization of the color fastness and mechanical properties of pigment dyed PC fabric", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 47 No. 5, pp. 396-405. https://doi.org/10.1108/PRT-12-2017-0109
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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