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Een beschrijving van Olefin materialen.
Op het moment nog in het engels :-( binnenkort komt de vertaling in het nederlands.
In het kort : Olefin is een uitstekend materiaal voor de bekleding van kussens en tuinmeubelen die aan het weer, regen wind en zon zijn blootgesteld.

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Basic Principles of Olefin Fiber Production

Olefin fibers (polypropylene and polyethylene) are products of the polymerization of propylene and ethylene gases.
For the products to be of use as fibers, polymerization must be carried out under controlled conditions with special catalysts that give chains with few branches.
Olefin fibers are characterized by their resistance to moisture and chemicals.
Of the two, polypropylene is the more favored for general textile applications because of its higher melting point; and the use of polypropylene has progressed rapidly since its introduction.
The fibers resist dyeing, so colored olefin fibers are produced by adding dye directly to the polymer prior to or during melt spinning.
A range of characteristics can be imparted to olefin fibers with additives, variations in the polymer, and by use of different process conditions.

Olefin Fiber Characteristics


Able to give good bulk and cover
Abrasion resistant
Colorfast
Quick drying
Low static
Resistant to deterioration from chemicals, mildew, perspiration, rot and weather
Thermally bondable
Stain and soil resistant
Strong
Sunlight resistant
Dry hand; wicks body moisture from the skin
Very comfortable
Very lightweight (olefin fibers have the lowest specific gravity of all fibers)

Some Major Olefin Fiber Uses

Apparel: Activewear and sportswear; socks; thermal underwear; lining fabrics
Automotive: Interior fabrics used in or on kick panel, package shelf, seat construction, truck liners, load decks, etc.
Home Furnishings: Indoor and outdoor carpets; carpet backing; upholstery and wall coverings; furniture and bedding construction fabrics
Industrial: Carpets; disposable, durable nonwoven fabrics; ropes; filter fabrics; bagging; geotextiles

General Olefin Fiber Care Tips

Most stains on fabric can be readily removed by spotting with lukewarm water and detergent.
Bleaches can be used if needed.
If fabric is laundered, it should be line dried or tumble dried with gentle heat or no heat.
Olefin dries very rapidly.
Do not iron. (For specific instructions, refer to garment's sewn-in care label.)