Recycled Sustainable Fabrics Manufacturers

Are physical properties such as durability, breathability, and comfort affected by the recycling process? ​

From the source of the material, recycled sustainable fabrics are mainly made by recycling waste materials, such as plastic bottles, discarded textiles, etc., and then processed and remade into fibers. Taking recycled polyester fiber as an example, its raw materials come from sorted and cleaned waste plastic bottles. These recycled polyester materials are made into recycled fibers after melt granulation, spinning and other steps. In theory, the molecular structure of recycled polyester fiber is similar to that of virgin polyester fiber, but in actual production, due to the quality difference of recycled materials and degradation during the recycling process, the physical properties of the fiber may change. ​
We have introduced advanced fiber testing equipment from Germany, which can accurately detect multiple key indicators such as fiber length, strength, diameter, etc. By strictly screening and testing the recycled fibers, we ensure that each batch of fibers entering the production process meets high standards, and ensure the durability of the fabric from the source. It is worth mentioning that Colorful Fish Textile also owns Shanghai Huaying Baina Enterprise Consulting Management Co., Ltd., Hubei Fengbo Textile Co., Ltd., Suzhou Shuanghua Import and Export Co., Ltd. and other subsidiaries, forming a complete industrial chain from raw material procurement, production and processing to sales and service, further ensuring the stability of the production process and product quality. ​
In terms of durability, the impact of the recycling process on it is relatively complex. On the one hand, the recycling process may cause the fiber length to shorten and the molecular chain to break, thereby reducing the strength and wear resistance of the fabric. For example, after multiple mechanical treatments and chemical dissolutions of recycled waste textiles, the integrity of the fibers is destroyed, and the fabrics made are more likely to break when repeatedly rubbed or stretched. But on the other hand, the progress of modern recycling technology has made up for these defects to a certain extent. ​
Colorful Fish Textile's weaving factory is located in Huangmei County, Hubei Province, covering a large area. It has introduced more than 1,000 high-end water jet and air jet looms from Japan, South Korea, Germany and other places. These looms have the characteristics of high precision and high efficiency, and can realize complex weaving processes. By optimizing the weaving process, such as adjusting the warp and weft density and adopting a special weaving structure, the overall strength of the fabric can be enhanced. At the same time, the company has established a production base with an annual output of nearly 60 million meters of high-end fabrics, equipped with more than 200 two-for-one twisting machines and 5 sets of advanced warping and sizing equipment. These equipment can pre-treat the fibers, increase the twist of the fibers through the two-for-one twisting process, improve the cohesion between the fibers, and thus improve the durability of the fabrics. According to the test of professional institutions, the recycled fabrics produced by Colorful Fish Textile can withstand more than 100,000 frictions without obvious damage in the wear resistance test, showing excellent durability. ​
Breathability and comfort are important indicators for measuring fabric quality, and the recycling process also has a certain impact on them. The breathability of recycled fabrics is closely related to the structure of the fiber and the porosity of the fabric. Taking regenerated cellulose fiber fabrics as an example, during the regeneration process, if the chemical treatment is improper, the microporous structure of the fiber may be destroyed, affecting the breathability of the fabric. Colorful Fish Textile uses environmentally friendly solvents and advanced dissolution and spinning technology, which simulates the formation process of natural cellulose fibers and retains the natural microporous structure of the fibers as much as possible. In the finishing process of fabrics, a stenter imported from Germany is used for special treatment. The stenter is equipped with an intelligent temperature control system and a tension adjustment device, which can accurately adjust the pore size and distribution of the fabric, making it breathable and comparable to traditional cellulose fiber fabrics. ​
In terms of comfort, the feel and skin contact of recycled fabrics are crucial. Colorful Fish Textile's dyeing and finishing production base is located in Shengze, Jiangsu, and is equipped with advanced softening finishing equipment. By using environmentally friendly softeners and special finishing processes, the feel of recycled fabrics is improved, making them soft, smooth, and fit human skin. The company's R&D team is also constantly exploring the development of functional fabrics, and the recycled fabrics produced have multiple functions, such as antibacterial, moisture absorption and perspiration, which further enhances the comfort of wearing. For example, the nano-silver ion antibacterial technology is used to evenly attach nano-silver ions to the surface of the fabric through a special coating process, so that the fabric has a lasting antibacterial effect and effectively inhibits the growth of bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus; the special fiber structure and coating process are used to achieve rapid moisture absorption and perspiration. In sports scenes, the fabric can diffuse and evaporate sweat to keep the skin dry.​
Strict quality control is also the key to ensuring the physical properties of recycled fabrics. Our company has passed the GRS certification, which shows that it has reached international standards in the use of recycled materials, the environmental friendliness of the production process, and the traceability of products. Passing the Inditex factory inspection proves the standardization of its production management system and the reliability of its product quality. The company continues to promote standardization, modern management and branding, and has established strict standards and processes for each link from raw material procurement, production and processing to finished product testing. Before the raw materials are put into storage, a comprehensive quality inspection will be carried out, including fiber composition analysis, physical performance testing, etc.; during the production process, advanced online monitoring equipment is used to monitor the various indicators of the fabric in real time, and once an abnormality is found, it will be immediately warned and adjusted; before the finished product leaves the factory, it will also be strictly inspected, with a sampling rate of up to 15% to ensure that the product quality meets customer requirements. ​
The recycled sustainable fabrics produced by Colorful Fish Textile are widely used in many fields due to their outstanding performance in physical properties. These fabrics can be seen in casual jackets, sportswear, outdoor protective clothing, down jackets, cotton jackets, ski suits and other clothing categories. The durability of its fabrics can meet the use requirements of outdoor clothing in complex environments. For example, in mountaineering scenes, outdoor protective clothing made of specially treated recycled fabrics can resist rock scratches and bad weather; good breathability and comfort bring a comfortable experience to the wearer, and they will not feel stuffy and uncomfortable even if they are worn for a long time. The company can also provide personalized customization services according to the different needs of customers, such as coating, printing, TPU bonding, hot stamping and other processing technologies, giving the fabrics multiple functions such as waterproof, windproof, velvet-proof, cold-proof, and UV-proof. ​