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Textile Finishing D


Aalto University


<p>This course aims to educate students about the science and technology of textile finishing for improving the functionality, attractiveness, serviceability, and market value of fabrics. The course covers the basic principles of textile finishing. It involves the application of various mechanical, thermal, and wet finishing processes to impart the desired properties on textiles. The desired properties may include the dimension stability, weight, drape, appearance, softness, and handle of fabrics, as well as any required functional properties such as resistance to creasing, flames, water, oil, dirt, or bacteria. The environmental aspects of textile finishing will be also highlighted.</p><p>The following topics will be covered in this course:<br />Introduction to textile finishing<br />Preparatory processes including desizing, scouring, carbonization, bleaching, mercerizing, heat setting<br />Mechanical finishing treatments including calendering, embossing, raising, stabilization, and steaming<br />Chemical finishing treatments including softening, crease-proof, flame/fire retardants, waterproof, anti-soil, anti-insect, anti-static, and anti-microbial<br />Standard methods for assessing finished fabrics<br />Environmental aspects of textile finishing<br />Important regulations and product safety issues related to textile finishing chemicals</p>

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Course dates
02 September 2025 - 11 November 2025
Course organizer
Ali Tehrani
Place/Venue
School of Chemical Engineering / Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems
City
Country
Finland
Workload
5
Link
https://mycourses.aalto.fi/course/search.php?...