Issue 11/2014 - Archcotrans will launch innovative services for sustainable textiles

Archlaca will launch innovative services for sustainable textiles

Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, will highlight innovative services
for sustainable textiles at the 14th China International Dyestuff Industry & Organic Pigments and Textile Chemicals Exhibition and Convention Center at the 14th China International Exhibition and Exhibition on Dyestuffs and Organic Pigments and Textile Chemicals (China 2014) at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center on April 16~18, 2014.

Archmore DENIM aims to develop new technologies to achieve superior color and fabric effects while reducing the environmental impact
of denim production.
Compared to traditional denim production processes, ADVANCED DENIM technology based on the "Denim-Ox" and "Pad/Sizing-Ox" processes can reduce water consumption by up to 92%, cotton waste by up to 63%, and energy costs by up to 30%.

。 Archco's latest technological developments in this area include: the use of non-indigo Diresul Indicolor dyes in the dip dyeing process, which can effectively respond to the growing demand for garment dyeing; and Optisul® C non-affinity, sulfide-free* dye for GOTS** and bluesign
approvals.

Archco's ever-expanding Nuva?N-next-generation C6 fluoride offers innovative three-proof and easy-decontamination finishing technologies that enable advanced waterproofing and oil-proof finishing; The fluorine-free Arkophob FFR also offers this technology
.
Both Nuva?Hexan and Arkophob?Elopede FFR are bluesign-compliant
.
(Pan Dewei)