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Nanotechnology has ample potential to enhance the clothing we live, work and play in, but it is not without its drawbacks. From lightweight specialist high-endurance clothing to suits that don’t get wet in the rain, nano-enhanced clothing will become a more and more visible part of our lives in the future.
The plant extract treated fabrics were subjected to the antimicrobial activity test against the E-coli and S.aureus bacteria and also the finished samples have been analyzed for their durability of the finish by standard methods. There were no bacteria found on the surface of the treated fabrics and shows an appreciable zone of inhibition against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. The combinatorial plant extracts show a very good zone of inhibition when compared to individually treated fabrics. The treated fabrics also have greater durability. The finish which is applied to the fabric did not affect any physical properties of the fabric. Since these plants are extensively available in the market, the opportunity for implementing this antimicrobial finish in the textile industry is high.
There are finishes applied to fabrics to enhance the look and feel of the fabric, in other ways the finishes neither strengthen the quality of the fabric nor they are done to transform the fabric for special purposes such as the fire retardant finish.
The final chemical treatments of the fabric which are carried out to impart special characteristics e.g. softening, stiffening, crease resisting, flame retarding, soil release effect etc. is known as textile finishing. The aim of the finishing is to improve the outward appearance and the quality of the fabric, and impart its specific properties.
These garment washing techniques were originally developed for denim garments, but are now being used for a wide variety of different garment types. The mills and commission houses involved in garment processing continually search for ways to achieve unique new looks.
Preparation, also known as pre-treatment, consists of a series of various treatment and rinsing steps critical to obtaining good results in subsequent textile finishing processes. Fabric preparation, often hidden behind the scenes of the textile industry, is a vital component in the creation of high-quality fabrics. It sets the stage for successful dyeing, printing, and finishing processes, ultimately determining the fabric’s appearance, durability, and comfort. As the textile industry evolves to meet environmental and sustainability challenges, fabric preparation plays a crucial role in reducing water and energy consumption, minimizing chemical usage, and adopting eco-friendly practices. By understanding and optimizing the fabric pre-treatment process, the textile industry can produce textiles that not only meet consumer demands but also contribute to a more sustainable and responsible future.