TXC 8 Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Natural Fiber, Public Auction, Lyocell
10 May 2019
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Advertising important for both natural and manufactured fibers for persuading manufacturers to choose a fabric. Manufactured fiber producers campaign more heavily than natural fiber producers. Advertising in corps with manufacturers benefits both primary and secondary industries. Us manufactured fiber industry is the largest in the world requires high capital investment and is owned by large chemical companies these processes require investment in research conversion of raw materials into chemical compounds, polymerization. Next the polymers are melted and extruded to form filaments that are stretched to introduce strength, elasticity, flexibility and pliability to the yarn. Cellulosic fibers: made from soft woods (rayon, acetate, triacetate, and lyocell) Noncellulosic fibers: uses petroleum, coal, natural gas, air, and water. Produced through combos of c, h, n, and o linked into polymers includes nylon, acrylic, and polyester. Functions of trade associations trade associations carry out research in textile testing, product care, and they have registered trademarks.
