Bio Polishing Enzyme

Additional Details

TLP SOFT is a technically advanced Enzyme system for the cotton fabric / garment finishing industry . The active ingredients of TLP SOFT are cellulolytic enzymes obtained by the fermentation of non – pathogenic moulds of the Trichoderma species.

TLP SOFTis used in the finishing of Cotton , Viscose , Jute , Flax , Polynosics , Ramje , Tencel to produce a range of Bio – finished effects.

The product is suitable for Bio polishing of Cotton twills , Chinos , Knits etc fabrics / garments and also in low mechanical friction wet processing textile  machinary's.

Advantages Of Using Enzymes:

1.High Dose Response TLP SOFT has a high dose response which provides the flexibility of varying dose , pH temperature and time to achieve a wide range of abrasion from light to heavy.

2.Compatibility With Auxillary Chemicals  TLP SOFT is compatible with most other processing aids , including Non-ionic surfactants , Dispersing agents , Pumice stones , Abrasive powder , Diatomaceous earth etc.

Process Conditions:

Enzymatic “bio Polishing” Comprises Of Three Main Steps :

•       Desizing/pre Wetting
•       Biopolishing
•       Finishing

Desizing :

Proper and complete desizing is required for consistent performance in case of Denims. In case of other cotton fabrics proper stripping of finishing chemicals should be done with suitable wetting agent or 0.1 % HCL . M.L's   DEL DESIZING is recommended for the removal of starch sizing materials.

In case of Non-Denims , Prewetting is recommended before Bio finishing.          

BIOPOLISHING :

On completion of Desizing the Liquor is drained and rinsed once with plain water. The fabric / garment is then steeped in water at a ratio of approximately 10 : 1 and the temperature of the water is then raised to 55 Deg C ( 131 Deg F ) and the pH of the water is adjusted to 4.5 with Acetic Acid .

TLP SOFT is then dosed at a recommended level of 0.5 to 1 %  based on fabric / garment weight. Biowashing is then carried out for a period of 45 to 90 minutes depending on the effect desired ensuring that the temperature is maintained between 50 to 55 Deg C. It is imperative to ensure that the temperature does not exceed 55 Deg C ( 131 Deg F ) in order to prevent destabilization of the Enzyme system.Non – Ionic wetting Agents may be added in conjunction with Enzymes in order to enhance the performance of Enzymes

Applications

In Fabric Finishing Applications , the enzyme creates an improved hand increases softness , eliminates dead and immature Cotton , removes surface fibers , and prevents pill formation on cellulosic fabric.

In Garment Finishing Applications , the enzyme treatment can be used for general bio polishing to remove surface hairyness and impart a clean and highly polished surface. Bio polishing treatment can be given prior to dyeing or after dyeing treatment  after dyeing results in partial removal of dye and softens the fabric . While treatment before dyeing improves the colour yield along with the hand feel.