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Insight8 Jul 2021

Cost-effective flame retardants for cotton, polyester and blends

By Dr Naresh M Saraf and Dr Sanket Valia

NaturalSyntheticsManufacturing Technology

Technicalfree8 Nov 2018

Cost-effective rubbing fastness improver

This paper gives a brief technical introduction to the rubbing fastness improver product (Rubfast-467) developed by Sarex. The treated fabrics were assessed for their rubbing fastness property using a Crockmeter and confirmation of the hypothesis was done using scanning electron microscope

FinishingCellulosicsResearch & Development

Technicalfree19 Sept 2018

Shield your fabrics with eco-friendly oil and water repellents

This paper gives a brief technical overview of the various C6 based water and oil repellents developed by Sarex for various textile substrates. The treated fabrics were tested for their performance and durability

FinishingTechnical TextilesResearch & Development

Insightfree29 Aug 2018

Low-cost antimicrobial with durability

Textile finishes with added value, particularly for medical clothes, are greatly appreciated and there is an increasing demand on a global scale

EffectsResearch & Development

Technical14 Mar 2018

Foolproof solutions to water proofing problems

The need for speciality textiles is constantly growing, leading to more technical developments and innovations in advanced textiles for multi-functionalities

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Technical2 Nov 2017

Extinguish your agony with flame retardants

Demand for fire protection is continuously increasing in many technical fields, including building, automotive and protective wear

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Technical15 Jun 2017

Technical briefing: Moisture management

A study by Dr Naresh M Saraf and Dr Sanket P Valia, of Sarex, a leading manufacturer of fine chemicals and API intermediates, in India.

EffectsFinishingResearch & Development

Insightfree28 Feb 2017

Performance-enhancement finishes for nonwoven fabrics

Dr Naresh M Saraf & Dr Sanket P Valia, of chemical manufacturing company Sarex in India, discuss some of the functional finishes that are critical for nonwoven fabrics.

FinishingTechnical TextilesManufacturing Technology