In the laundry business, the chemical fiber products have occupied many parts of the market. Although they are famous for their durability and easy maintenance, they easily have problems such as shrinkage, pilling, static electricity, and melting if they are not washed and cared for properly. Laundry industry practitioners accurately mastering the characteristics of all kinds of chemical fibers is the key to providing standardized and high-quality service. This article will continuously analyze the regenerated fibers and synthetic fibers and share the corresponding modern laundry and care equipment solutions.
Regenerated Fibers
Regenerated fibers are made from natural polymers (cellulose). They have the comfort of natural fibers and the plasticity of chemical fibers.
- Viscose Fiber (Rayon / Artificial Silk)
– Characteristics
It absorbs moisture well and feels soft. It also looks bright after dyeing. But it becomes weak when wet. It can stretch, shrink, or wrinkle easily, and it is also sensitive to strong chemicals.
– Care Tips
People should wash in cold or warm water with a gentle program. Do not twist or soak for a long time. Dry in shade and iron at medium temperature.
- High?Tenacity Viscose (Polynosic / Tiger Cotton)
– Characteristics
It is a stronger version of viscose. It stays in shape better when wet. It shrinks less and has better elasticity. It is also more resistant to alkali.
– Care Tips
Care is similar to regular viscose, but it can handle slightly stronger washing.
Regenerated fibers are weak when wet. The “Delicate Fabric” program on the Kingstar SHS-2015P wet washer uses very gentle water flow and low spin speed. This helps protect the fibers and reduces damage during washing. For drying, the Kingstar SDR-2015C dryer can be used in low-temperature mode. It dries fabrics smoothly and helps prevent wrinkles that are hard to remove.
Synthetic Fibers
Synthetic fibers are made from petrochemicals. They’re strong and last long, but they don’t absorb moisture well. They also get static easily, form little balls (pills), and react differently to heat.
- Polyester
– Characteristics
It has good elasticity. It is crisp, wrinkle-free, wear-resistant, and wearable. It also has great heat settings. It also holds creases after being heated. But it doesn’t absorb moisture well, and static or pills can form easily.
– Care tips
It works with most washing methods. The washing water should not be too hot, usually below 40°C, to stop wrinkles from becoming permanent. Dry and iron at low to medium temperature.
- Nylon
– Characteristics
It is the most wear-resistant fiber and is very strong. But it doesn’t handle light or heat well. Also, it loses shape or stretches over time.
– Care tips
It should be washed gently in warm water.
During the drying process, the nylon should not be left in strong sunlight, and the drying temperature should be low.
During the ironing process, the ironing temperature should be below 140°C.
- Acrylic (Synthetic Wool)
– Characteristics
It is soft and fluffy like wool, and it resists sunlight well. However, it’s not wear-resistant, and it easily forms pills.
– Tips
It should be washed gently instead of being rubbed. The drying temperature should not be high. (below 60°C).
- Others (PVC Fiber, Spandex…)
– PVC Fiber:
It doesn’t burn easily, so it is a good insulator. But it’s very sensitive to heat, and it starts to shrink or soften at 60°C to 70°C.
– Spandex
It is very stretchy and often mixed with other fibers. It resists acids, alkalis, and sweat, but chlorine can damage it.
Blended synthetic fabrics are common these days. The Kingstar washer SHS-2020 and Kingstar dryer SDR-2020 handle them really well. For polyester and nylon, they wash fast and dry at low temperatures. This saves energy and keeps the fabrics from getting damaged by heat. For stretch fabrics with spandex, the Kingstar machines use gentle tumbling and even heat to protect the stretch fibers. The antistatic settings and lint filters also help cut down on static and pilling after washing.
Care for Blended Synthetic Fabrics
Many modern fabrics mix natural and synthetic fibers. This makes them stronger and easier to use, but you still need to be careful when washing. The best rule is to treat the fabric based on the most delicate fiber in the mix.
– Cotton-polyester blends
Cotton is the one to watch. It can shrink or turn yellow if it gets too hot, so people should use warm water and medium-temperature drying.
– Wool-acrylic blends
The care of it should follow the wool care: gentle programs, neutral detergent, and low temperatures.
The Kingstar washer SHS-2020 works well with these mixed fabrics. Operators can choose from preset programs like cotton, synthetic, wool, or gentle wash. The machine then automatically sets the right water temperature, water level, action, spin speed, and drying curve. This makes professional care simple and repeatable. It also reduces the need for highly experienced workers and keeps the washing quality consistent.
Conclusion
There is no doubt that Kingstar is your professional laundry and care partners. Today, it is hard to use experience to handle all laundry and care challenges because the fabrics are varied. Kingstar is dedicated to using technology to empower the laundry industry. Our equipment is not only a high-efficiency cleaning tool but also an intelligent fiber care expert. From delicate silk to durable polyester, from pure natural fabrics to complex blends, Kingstar can provide precise and reliable hair care solutions to help you increase the added value of your services, win market trust, and calmly face future challenges.
