Chemistry of the Textiles Industry

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-xiii

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2. Introduction: The structure of fibres

   • M. A. Wilding

   Pages 1-45

3. The whitening of textiles

   • J. M. Cardamone, W. N. Marmer

   Pages 46-101

4. Fire-retardant textiles

   • D. P. Oulton

   Pages 102-124

5. Physical and chemical effects of domestic laundering processes

   • D. P. Bishop

   Pages 125-172

6. Easy care

   • D. W. Heywood

   Pages 173-186

7. Machine-washable knitwear — Production routes

   • K. M. Byrne

   Pages 187-209

8. Coated and laminated fabrics

   • R. A. Scott

   Pages 210-248

9. Scouring, enzymes and softeners

   • J. Ellis

   Pages 249-275

10. The colouring of textiles

    • I. D. Rattee

    Pages 276-332

11. The environmental impact of the textiles industry

    • D. L. Connell

    Pages 333-354

12. Back Matter

    Pages 355-361

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The manufacture and processing of textiles is a complex and essential industry requiring many diverse skills to ensure profitability. New products are continually being developed, and reflect the energy and innovation of those working in the field. This book focuses on the technological aspects of the chemical processing oftextiles, and on the modifications necessary for specific work environments. Coverage ranges from fibre structure and its relationship to tensile properties, textile aesthetics, comfort physiology, and end-use performance, through to the effect of domestic processing by the consumer on the textile product. The industry is constantly under environmental pressure, and the book examines the nature of environmental control and the development of alternative technology to produce less environmental impact. In order to provide a balanced view of the current situation, authors have been drawn from academia, research institutes and industry to produce a text that will be useful to both industrial readers and university students. In conclusion I would like to thank the authors for their dedication and their contributions.

• Aldehyde
• Formaldehyd
• chemistry
• development
• enzymes
• industry
• iron
• machine
• physical chemistry
• polymer
• processing
• production
• structure
• textile industry
• textiles

• Department of Textiles, UMIST, Manchester, UK

  C. M. Carr

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