Find out how enzymes can be the answer to your concerns about textile processing safety Biotechnology in Textile Processing examines recent trends, techniques, and developments in the finishing and processing of natural fibers. The industry’s foremost experts present current research findings on textile biotechnology, bio-treatment, and waste water management, with an emphasis on developing environmentally friendly production technologies that use enzymatic processes. This vital book examines bio-technical methods that save chemicals, energy, and improve the quality of the final product, using enzyme applications that act on both cellulose- and protein-based textiles. Biotechnology in Textile Processing is a comprehensive guide to basic and applied research for scientists, researchers, consultants, and academics working with research and development institutes, and agriculture and textile universities. The book explores methods of developing quality standards for assessing flax fiber through the use of physical, chemical, and instrumental techniques, evaluates the potential of enzyme activities on the properties of textile fibers, and provides an in-depth understanding of the structure-function relationships of textile fibers.Biotechnology in Textile Processing examines: enzyme-retted flax enzymatic scouring for better textile properties of knitted fabrics combined bioscouring and bleaching of cotton fibers important factors for successful enzymatic scouring designing wood fiber morphology and mechanical properties of fiberboards laccase catalyzed indigo carmine transformation integrated enzymatic pre-treatment of cotton fabrics production of cellulase free pectinases for bioscouring enzymatic finishes of wool fabrics analytical methods for chitosan the influence of enzymatic pre-treatment on color of bleached and dyed flax fibers the effects of ultrasound on the performance of industrial enzymes used in cotton bio-preparation and bio-finishing applicationsBiotechnology in Textile Processing is an essential resource for scientists and consultants working at R&D institutes and universities, practitioners working in textile engineering, enzymology, biotechnology, and environmental protection, producers and processors of textiles, and for students.

A concise reference text on the history, terms, processes, and products of the textile industry

Product Description: Textiles and fashion share a close and complicated relationship. They have, however, traditionally been considered separately. This is surprising given that fashion is dependent, and to some extent shaped by the type of raw materials (textiles) that are available...read more

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Aims to support students taking the GCSE in Textiles Technology for AQA. This title also includes a 'Teacher's Resource File' and a CD-ROM to complete the course.

Product Description: This study focuses on how developing country producers could successfully apply new e-applications and secure post-quota exports in light of the changing nature of textiles and clothing business after January 2005 (when quotas are phased out)...read more

Product Description: Written in the context of contemporary theoretical debate in international political economy, this book overturns a number of myths about the political economy of trade in one of the oldest areas of industry. In this way the author systematically links the changing characteristics of the trade regime to structural change and adjustment in global industry...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

In response to universal requests by faculty and students, Fairchild Books has returned the Fabric Science textbook to its original three ring binder format. With the increasing emphasis on textiles as a major global industry, Fabric Science, 9th Edition, continues the long tradition of meeting the needs of both students and professionals in the textile, fashion, and related industries. The best-selling introductory text is for students and professionals who need a solid understanding of basic textiles. In this new edition, Cohen and Johnson address the effect of textiles and textile products on the environment throughout the text as well as a standalone chapter. They address the variety of career opportunities in the design, production, marketing, and merchandising of textiles, apparel, and home products associated with the world of textiles. New chapter Textiles and the Environment and discussions throughout the text on the effect of textiles and textile products on the environment New section entitled Industrial Fabrics focusing on fabrics engineered to meet special performance requirements such as seat belts (transportation), bandages (medical), protective clothing (safety), inflatable building (construction) Pronunciations of fiber names in other languages Four-color throughout including new and revised line drawings New section Speaking of Textiles includes list of phrases relating to textiles and textile products used specifically in the industry More comprehensive coverage of nanotechnology CD-ROM includes study questions to encourage direct application of the material covered and assignments to provide a learning experience with practical industry application

Thoroughly illustrated with maps, charts, and photographs, this anecdotal history of the U.S. Navy examines the impact of innovation and technology on the service as it chronicles the Navy's colorful and sometimes controversial past

Thoroughly illustrated with maps, charts, and photographs, this anecdotal history of the U.S. Navy examines the impact of innovation and technology on the service as it chronicles the Navy's colorful and sometimes controversial past

Surveys the properties of man-made and natural fibers, the manufacture of yarns and fabrics, and fabric finishes, surface designs, coloring, performance, and labeling

Product Description: The main thesis of this study is that the world economy is undergoing a profound structural change that is forcing companies to reorganize their production on a global scale. This is being brought about both through the relocation of production to new industrial sites, increasingly in the developing countries, and through the accelerated rationalisation measures at the traditional sites of industrial manufacture...read more

The World Trade Organization Agreement on Textiles and Clothing led to the termination of quantitative restrictions at the end of 2004. Under the agreement, countries will no longer be able to protect their own industries by means of restrictions on imports of textile and clothing products. Where will jobs be lost and new markets found, and how can governments help their own textile and clothing industries adjust to this new trade regime?

Traces the process by which fluffy, raw cotton from the field is picked and cleaned, pulled and twisted into fine thread, spun into yarn, dyed in vats of bright colors, and woven into cloth