34 · Finishing and performance
Softener and Silicone Finishing
Softener choice should deliver target hand without compromising absorbency, yellowing, seam behaviour or later printing.
Values to be checked
- Values to be checked 01
- Chemistry type
- Values to be checked 02
- Dosage
- Values to be checked 03
- Absorbency
- Values to be checked 04
- Yellowing
Finishing and performance
Compacting, stentering and functional finishes align target hand feel with measurable performance.
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Stentering and Width Control
Stentering is a critical finishing stage where width, GSM, drying, chemical application and surface appearance are balanced.
31Compacting and Shrinkage Control
Mechanical compacting moves toward target shrinkage while balancing GSM, width, hand feel and surface distortion.
32Raising and Thermal Bulk
Pass count, wire type and fabric tension add warmth and bulk while managing fiber loss and pilling risk.