LYCRA HyFit™ fiber
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LYCRA HyFit™ fiber
provides comfort and containment, giving consumers the
confidence to remain active. For manufacturers, its superior
performance on high-speed diapers lines reduces costs and
minimizes downtime. |
INVISTA Innovation
INVISTA Stretch Performance Materials is the one of the
world’s top provider of stretch solutions for disposable
diapers, adult incontinence and personal hygiene products. As
one of a global leaders in stretch performance materials and
integrated fibers, INVISTA draws from a strong legacy of
invention, ingenuity and innovation, bringing unique technical
expertise to fibers and polymers. LYCRA® brand enjoys 90%
consumer awareness among key target audiences in markets around
the world.
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Mujeebullah Khan with Robert van de
Kerkhof,
Kristin Altimari, Werner Hopstaken of Invista. |
 LYCRA®
fiber
In the decades following its introduction, LYCRA® fiber
technology found its way into all sorts of clothing and
accessories, dramatically improving fit, feel and flexibility:
stockings stayed up better, swimwear refused to bag or droop
when wet, and bras and foundation garments no longer bunched and
pinched.
Since the early 1980’s, diapers and other personal hygiene
products have also experienced the benefits of LYCRA® fiber.
LYCRA HyFit™ fiber is a distinct product specifically designed
to meet the needs of customers in the hygiene industry.
Comfort and Fit
The LYCRA® brand means freedom of movement to consumers
around the world. Hygiene products with LYCRA HyFit™ fiber
accommodate a wide range of sizes, providing fit and comfort for
babies and adults. LYCRA HyFit™ fiber offers excellent stretch
and recovery for a gentle fit around the legs. It also allows
garment designs to be thin, quiet and discreet.
Reduced manufacturing costs
LYCRA HyFit™ fiber is designed for continuous running which
can provide significant cost savings by minimizing downtime and
fully utilizing each package down to the core. It also has
higher retractive force than rubber, resulting in three to four
times more yield.
T837 LYCRA HyFit™ fiber – Latest
Innovation
 INVISTA’s
most recent breakthrough for the personal care and hygiene
market, T837 LYCRA HyFit™ fiber, is unlike any previous version
of LYCRA® XA® fiber. T837 is made from a new formulation that is
based on an existing polymer. It simultaneously reduces
fiber-to-fiber tack without negatively impacting creep
performance.
With lower take-off tension than previous LYCRA®XA® fiber,
T837 can improve the consistency of package delivery with less
opportunity for tension spikes. This unique product offering
also makes it possible to explore reductions in glue add-on
rates to further reduce manufacturing costs. A patent
application has been filed for this technology.
Sustainability
INVISTA Stretch Performance Materials is committed to driving
innovations such as T837 fiber that can help the industry reduce
the environmental impact of products through the value chain.
Focus areas include minimizing waste, reducing emissions of air
and water pollutants, improving energy efficiency, reducing
water usage and maintaining safe and healthy products, processes
and workplaces.
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Debuts
CORDURA® Brand fabric based on 770-decitex Yarns
INVISTA’s latest
CORDURA® brand fabric offering for workwear is based on
770-decitex high tenacity Nylon 6.6 textured yarns, giving
wearers the ultimate strength-toweight ratio. The
770-decitex fabric provides a lightweight and durable
solution for the reinforcement of garments exposed to
extremely heavy wear and tear where wearer mobility is a
prime concern. CORDURA® brand fabrics based on 770-decitex
yarns were originally engineered to meet military
requirements for lighter weight load carriage without
sacrificing on wear life in tough environments. Now its use
is expanding to meet the needs of those workers in
traditionally heavy-duty jobs like construction, roofing and
carpet and flooring fitting.
“Many workers need
tough fabrics that will keep up with their even tougher
jobs,” said Dr. Tim Anson, European CORDURA® Brand Business
Manager. “We are encouraged by this development because we
feel the CORDURA® brand fabric based on 770-decitex yarns
will serve as a great solution for work garments that need
to perform well under strenuous wear.”
In comparison to
CORDURA® brand fabrics based on 1100-decitex yarns, CORDURA®
brand fabric based on 770-decitex yarns achieves a weight
reduction in the region of 18 to 20 percent, with a minimal
reduction in tensile strength. Now garment makers can add
toughness to their products without adding much weight,
allowing garments to offer optimum worker mobility and
comfort with extra durability.
Known for its
resistance to abrasions, tears and scuffs, CORDURA® fabric
is a primary ingredient in many of the world’s leading
high-performance gear and apparel products ranging from
luggage, upholstery and backpacks to footwear, military
equipment, tactical wear, workwear and performance apparel.
INVISTA is one of
the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and
fibers, primarily for nylon, spandex and polyester
applications. With a business presence in over 20 countries,
INVISTA’s global businesses deliver exceptional value for
their customers through technology innovations, market
insights and a powerful portfolio of global trademarks.
For more
information: www.INVISTA.com. |
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