Researchers engineered a silicone-based coating that repels water and oil while significantly reducing PFAS content compared to traditional non-stick materials.
Researchers developed a superhydrophobic textile coating from discarded fabrics — a promising alternative to fluorinated finishes in apparel applications.
Daylight fluorescent pigments enhance coatings and inks with unmatched brightness, using advanced polymerization technology to deliver vibrant, high-visibility finishes for decorative and functional applications.
In a breakthrough for personal cooling technology, an innovative method uses natural materials and can be applied to any fabric, potentially revolutionizing outdoor apparel and protective gear.
The textile coatings market is witnessing substantial growth. Technological advancements are driving the demand for textile coatings in various end-use industries such as transportation, building and construction, protective clothing, industrial, medical, and other industries.
Increased market demand for fluorine-free, water-repellent technical textiles is projected to reach USD 605.1 million by 2029. A new performance coating helps meet this demand, harnessing the company’s proven polymer technology.
The MarketsAndMarkets report explains that rising infrastructure development in developing economies, and aesthetically appealing materials in vehicle interiors, serve as significant drivers for innovation.
As one of the world’s biggest polluters, the textiles industry needs an urgent sustainability transformation. To make circularity a reality, the coated textiles value chain needs to work together on end-to-end solutions – from more sustainable raw materials to textile recycling technologies.
