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Chemical Finishing Courses
Dyeing and Finishing Fundamentals
This course is a must for anyone working with dyed and finished fabrics. In this session you will learn the basic concepts of textile wet processing which include preparation, dyeing, printing and finishing with emphasis on the interrelationships of fabric styles and wet processing steps. Specifically, you will focus on various processing sequences, details the causes and solutions to many common finished fabric problems and the requirements for quality fabrics.
What you will learn:
Natural and synthetic fiber properties
Fabric preparation: key process to consistent dyeing and finishing
Importance of color and factors that affect fabric shade
Dyestuffs used for natural and man-made fibers: procedures used and properties that can be expected
How to dye blends (polyester/cotton, cotton/wool, etc.)
Fabric printing techniques
Chemical and mechanical finishing processes and techniques
Fabric evaluation and testing
Garment dyeing
Root causes and problem solving methods for common dyeing issues, such as shade repeatibility and dye levelness
Dye procedure optimization
Why attend:
Acquire technical knowledge of the basic principles of preparation, dyeing and finishing
Understand the variety and complexity of dyeing and finishing techniques
Receive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our model manufacturing facility
Meet participants in all fields of the industry and the NC State College of Textiles teaching staff
Who should attend:
This course will help all personnel interested in expanding their knowledge of the basic technology of dyeing and finishing–product development personnel, dyers, dye and chemical suppliers, fabric and yarn producers, finishers, printers, garment dyers, marketing and sales personnel and technical service personnel.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of Textiles MapDelivery Method: In-Person
Hands-On Technical Textiles Dyeing and Finishing Design
In this hands-on course students will learn the mechanics and chemistry in preparation, dyeing and finishing. Samples from this exercise will be used for discussion, visual and physical evaluations.
Why attend:
This workshop is a highly interactive textile education course with the majority of your time spent in the lab producing and evaluating samples
Meet and develop a network with participants from similar fields of work
Meet and share ideas with NC State Wilson College of Textiles teaching staff
Who should attend:
We recommend this course to any professionals wishing to expand their practical knowledge of dyeing and finishing.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of Textiles MapDelivery Method: In-Person
Topics: Industrial and Technical Textiles, Knit and Woven Fabric Design
Tags: Chemical Finishing, Design, Manufacturing