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MoistTech Highlights IR3000 Series

Moisture Sensors for Textile and Nonwoven

MoistTech Corp., a leader in moisture measurement and control, is highlighting its cutting-edge IR3000 series moisture sensors for the textile and nonwoven industries. These state-of-the-art sensors, featuring Near Infrared (NIR) technology, offer unparalleled accuracy and reliability in moisture analysis, significantly enhancing product quality, productivity, and energy efficiency throughout the textile manufacturing process.

The IR3000 series sensors provide instant, continuous moisture measurement, allowing textile manufacturers to maintain precise control over moisture content from fiber production to finished fabrics. This capability is crucial for ensuring optimal product quality and manufacturing efficiency as water can greatly impact textile production lines. Many fabrics rapidly absorb and release moisture due to their hygroscopic nature. Consequently, the water context of a fabric greatly affects its physical properties, including length, dimension, strength, elasticity, and electrical resistance.

One of the key advantages of the IR3000 series is its ability to measure moisture in a wide range of materials, including natural fibers like cotton and wool, synthetic fibers, and blended fabrics. In industries where mold is a concern, particularly in the cotton ginning sector, the IR3000 effectively maintains moisture content below 8%, thereby preventing losses caused by mold.

Corp.’s IR3000 Series Moisture Sensors.

The IR3000’s non-contact design allows for continuous operation without interfering with

Microban Launches New Nature-Inspired Odor Control Technology

Microban International, a global leader in odor control technology, recently announced Freshology ™ , a patent-pending, natureinspired* solution for combatting odors.

The new technology offers advanced performance by neutralizing a wide range of odors, keeping textiles fresher for longer. It meets GB/T 33610 and ISO 17299 testing standards for four of the most common odorants: isovaleric acid (IVA), acetic acid (HOAc), ammonia (NH3) and nonenal, making it a groundbreaking solution for tackling unpleasant smells.

“Freshology was developed by balancing and optimizing performance between different chemical profiles,” said Ryan Scott, senior product development chemist at Microban. “The technology offers key advantages for consumers: it effectively traps a wide range of body odors, unlike products that target only one specific odorant. Additionally, it improves moisture management and enhances the softness and feel of treated fabrics.”

Freshology is integrated into synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon and spandex during the finishing process and captures odors until the fabric is washed. During washing, the technology releases the trapped odorants, renewing the product’s effectiveness. It is nonionic, which allows for the incorporation of additional technologies the manufacturing process, minimizing contamination and maintenance requirements. This feature is particularly beneficial in highspeed textile production environments where continuous monitoring is essential. www.moisttech.com or treatments during manufacturing without compromising the integrity of the product. www.microban.com