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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.
List 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
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.
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"Written by an author who is an expert in the field with years of experience in industry and academia, this book provides an accessible introduction to the principles, types and application of textile finishes, and it assists industry professionals and researchers in selecting finishes that have the fabric properties which meet their requirements." --Asian Dyer
