Lenzing engineers Tencel for stretch
17/01/2024
The technique involves re-engineering woven fabric coupled with a fabric pre-treatment.
During the wet process, Tencel fibre undergo significant swelling in diameter, leading to increased yarn crimps in the widthwise direction. This translates into a fabric that can stretch with enhanced recovery and does not shrink or wrinkle easily, maintaining a smooth appearance, according to Lenzing.
Rex Mok, vice-president of fibre technical marketing and development at Lenzing, said: “We are committed to fostering responsible production practices through innovations in the textile sector and are delighted to share this latest innovative development with our fabric mill partners. Together, we are taking a significant stride towards reduced usage of fossil-based materials within the textile value chain while ensuring comfort and material performance.”
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