Lately, the whole world has found itself responding to a specific need: the production of sanitary fabrics to make protective equipment against Covid-19 infection. At the forefront of the fight against the global pandemic are the health professions that have had to adapt their already specific equipment with medical technical fabrics suitable for the emergency. Thus, how can we not discuss the fabrics used for the creation of masks and personal protective gear, used by the entire world population daily?
Sanitary fabrics for face masks and professional uniforms
Among the many materials and fabrics in the Manifattura Foderami Cimmino catalogue, more options for sanitary fabrics were added to meet the new needs of the industry that is most exposed to health-risks Let’s find out together what are the best fabrics for sanitary clothes and personal protective equipment available in the selection by Manifattura Foderami Cimmino.
TNT Decor
Never as often as in the last year have, we heard the term TNT, or non-woven fabric. This material, used in different industries, is an industrial product like fabric, but subjected to different processes other than that of weaving. What are the differences when compared to ordinary fabric? In the case of the latter, the fibers have two prevalent and orthogonal directions, the weft and the warp, while in TNT the fibers have a random trend. TNT has many advantages over other fabrics; it is very soft and non-abrasive, and it is more water-repellent and resistant to either low or fairly high temperatures. Being very versatile, this material is used in numerous industries, from construction to clothing, to sports and furniture, and it is widely used in the medical clothing sector. TNT decor is used to produce face masks and clothing for personal protection, such as headphones and shoe covers. All being elements that have become part of our daily lives.
Gabardine Lodi Sanforizzato
The gabardine fabric is recognized by its armor (weave) that creates a diagonal effect. This type of structure makes it perfect for making different cuts and sewing comfortable and durable clothes. The Gabardine Lodi Sanforizzato fabric is 100% made of cotton, light and resistant to wear and tear, suitable for making trousers, skirts, dresses, and shirts, but above all medical uniforms, since it resists frequent washing. A breathable fabric that does not change shape and that has good protective properties. A breathable fabric that does not change shape and that has good protective properties.
Tela Mare Amalfi
What are the main features that we require from a fabric meant to be used for the production of face masks and clothing for personal protection? Mainly that it can successfully act as a shield against external viruses while being comfortable and breathable. Tela Mare Amalfi keeps all the characteristics of the cotton from which it is made – robust and durable – it is resistant to high temperatures and thus ensures maximum hygiene, in turn becoming an antibacterial fabricused in the health sector.
Needle-felt TNT
Needle-felt non-woven fabric goes through a particular manufacturing process, where the set of fibers is compacted through a vertical movement of needles. This results in a TNT fabric with a certain compactness, thanks to the penetration of part of the fibers which are dragged vertically by the motion of the needles. Given its qualities, needle-felt TNT can be used as a sanitary filter fabric, more specifically as a Melt blown filter for the realization of surgical masks.
Elastic Tubular Cord
When making face masks, apart from the medical fabric, which must meet specific requirements, there is also the need of an elastic cord that allows people to wear the masks properly. The elastic tubular cord is characterized by a very high resistance and is widely used in different industries, such as fashion, accessories, clothing, and DIY. The elastic tubular cord is characterized by a very high resistance and is widely used in different industries, such as fashion, accessories, clothing, and DIY.
Digital Cotton
Among the many properties of cotton there is that of acting as a mechanical barrier, a fundamental feature for the making of individual protective masks – this fabric works as a wall that hinders the entry and exit of droplets. Cotton used for digital printing is used to make more imaginative masks, designed for the little ones. . Manifattura Foderami Cimmino offers a wide range of themes to choose from when it comes to printed digital cotton; along with the classics by Walt Disney, Digital Marvel cottonand Digital Justice League cottonare to be mentioned. The first example shows images of the superheroes by Marvel Studios, much loved by children and young people of different age groups, while the second fabric is of course inspired by the adventures of the heroes from the Justice League group. These are fabric pieces made to create individual protective devices that will surely get the attention of the younger generations
From the creation of face masks, which have become essential elements in daily life, to professional uniforms for the healthcare professions, the Manifattura Foderami Cimmino catalogue offers a wide choice of fabrics depending on your needs and intended use, making sure you can always rely on high quality materials.
