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2. Millhaven Fibres - Wikipedia

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   In 1967, the DI & staple lines were started. In 1968, a tire yarn plant was introduced. Millhaven also invented the polyester tire in this year, which was the fusion of polyester with rubber. In 1971, the plant was bought by Chemcell & Fiber Industries. The nylon filament line was shut down. In 1972, Chemcell changed name to Celanese Canada.

3. Calendering (textiles) - Wikipedia

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   Fabrics that go through the calendering process feel thin, glossy and papery. [ 2 ] The wash durability of a calendered finish on thermoplastic fibers like polyester is higher than on cellulose fibers such as cotton , though each depends on the amount and type of finishing additives used and the machinery and process conditions employed.

4. Textile printing - Wikipedia

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   Since the early 1990s, inkjet technology and specially developed water-based ink (known as dye-sublimation or disperse direct ink) have made it possible to print directly onto polyester fabric. This is mainly related to visual communication in retail and brand promotion (flags, banners and other point of sales applications).

5. Embossing - Wikipedia

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   Embossing (manufacturing), commercial scale embossing of sheet metal; Image embossing, the process to create highlights or shadows that will replace light/dark boundaries of an image; Leather embossing; Paper embossing, the raising of paper and other non-metal products using specific tools to accomplish the task

6. Strapping - Wikipedia

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   Nylon strap has the greatest specific strength of the three plastics, but it is rarely used due to its high price. Nylon strap used to be very popular, but over time polyester strap has almost completely replaced nylon. Nylon strap is still used in cold room applications, however, because it does not creep as much as the other types of plastic.

7. Microfiber - Wikipedia

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   Microfiber fabrics are man-made and frequently used for athletic wear, such as cycling jerseys, because the microfiber material wicks moisture (perspiration) away from the body; subsequent evaporation cools the wearer. Microfiber can be used to make tough, very soft fabric for clothing, often used in skirts, jackets, bathrobes, and swimwear.