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Nomex Fabrics for digital printing industry
Technofabric: Custom production of Nomex fabrics
Nomex fabric is a material that consists of aramid fibers, which are synthetic polymers that DuPont invented in the 1960s. Nomex fabric can withstand high temperatures and flames, without burning, melting or dripping in the air. This makes Nomex fabric suitable for making protective clothing for various sectors that face thermal hazards, such as firefighters, industrial workers, military aviators, motosport pilots, hospital gowns, and others. Nomex fabric also helps to reduce environmental pollution, as it can filter out harmful exhaust gases in different industrial plants that deal with hot processes, such as asphalt, cement, steel smelting, and nonferrous metal production. Nomex fabric has a flexible and elastic structure, which gives it a similar feel to natural fabrics.
It also has a low shrinkage rate and can be dyed in various colors. Nomex fabric comes in different forms, such as paper, felt, woven, and fiber. The industrial processing of Nomex fabric requires several steps, depending on the form and the end use of the product. For example, to produce Nomex paper, the fibers are first dissolved in a solvent and then extruded into a thin film. The film is then dried and calendered to achieve the desired thickness and smoothness. The paper can then be cut into sheets or rolls for further applications. To produce Nomex felt, the fibers are first carded and cross-lapped to form a web. The web is then needled to interlock the fibers and increase the density. The felt can then be treated with various finishes to enhance its properties. To produce Nomex woven fabric, the fibers are first spun into yarns and then woven into different patterns and textures. The woven fabric can then be dyed, printed or embroidered with logos and symbols. To produce Nomex fiber, the fibers are first cut into short lengths and then crimped to increase their bulkiness. The fiber can then be used for filling or blending with other fibers.
The substrates for digital printing are materials that serve to support and transfer digital images on various objects or surfaces, such as fabrics, paper, metal, plastic, wood, etc. The substrates for digital printing must have specific characteristics, such as a good adhesion and compatibility with the inks used in printing, which can be water-based, solvent-based, UV or sublimation. They must also have a good mechanical and thermal resistance, which means that the material does not deform, break or deteriorate due to high temperatures or stresses during printing or final use. Moreover, they must have a good print quality and color rendering, which means that the material allows to faithfully reproduce the colors and details of the digital images. Finally, they must have a good dimensional stability and a low shrinkage, which means that the material maintains its original dimensions after printing and does not shrink or expand.
The substrates for digital printing can be of different types, depending on the base material and the production method. For example, paper substrates are the most common and cheap, and are used for printing books, magazines, posters, labels, etc. Vinyl substrates are flexible and resistant to water and UV rays, and are used for printing stickers, banners, signs, films for windows, etc. Fabric substrates are soft and breathable, and are used for printing clothing, furniture, flags, curtains, etc. Metal substrates are rigid and durable, and are used for printing plates, signs, panels, etc. Plastic substrates are versatile and light, and are used for printing credit cards, business cards, packaging, etc.
Some technical characteristics of Nomex Fabrics for digital printing industry are:
Nomex fabric is a material that consists of meta-aramid fibers, which are synthetic polymers that resist heat and flame. These characteristics make Nomex fabric suitable for producing substrates for digital printing materials, as they offer several properties, including:
Dimensional stability, which means that the fabric will not shrink or warp due to high temperatures or moisture.
Chemical resistance, which means the fabric will not deteriorate or discolor due to solvents or inks used in digital printing.
Breathability and lightness, which means that the fabric allows air and water vapor to pass through, providing comfort and agility to the wearer.
Possibility of customization, which means the fabric can be dyed, printed or embroidered with logos and symbols.
Nomex is a special fabric that resists heat and flames without melting, dripping or burning in the air. It is used to create protective clothing for various industries, such as racing, firefighters, military, industrial workers and others. Nomex is also used for industrial applications such as filters, conveyor belts, rubber membranes, thermal blankets, and loudspeakers. Nomex has characteristics similar to natural fabrics, such as low stiffness, high stretchability, low shrinkability, and the ability to be dyed. Nomex is produced and sold in different forms, such as paper, felt, fabric, and fiber.
Since 1978 TECHNOFABRIC Produces Technical Fabrics For Industrial Use
What We Make
Development, production and finishing of technical fabrics intended to satisfy multiple needs in a vast range of industrial applications. The factories in Costigliole Saluzzo (Weaving, R&D and services) and Piasco (specific finishing and surface treatments) are equipped with the most modern equipment and control systems to ensure that we meet and exceed customer expectations.
The fabrics of our company
- ▶ COTTON FABRICS
- ▶ POLYESTER FABRIC
- ▶ ARAMID FIBERS
- ▶ NYLON FABRICS
- ▶ NOMEX FABRICS
- ▶ KEVLAR FABRICS
- ▶ POLYPROPYLENE FABRICS