Archroma showcases DENIM HALO process for laser-friendly denim
Archroma, a global leader in sustainable specialty chemicals, showcases DENIM HALO process at two major industry events in December: Sustainability Talks in Istanbul, Turkey, and Denim Première Vision in Milan, Italy.
The DENIM HALO process, a innovative pretreatment and dyeing technology, offers a laser-friendly and environmentally conscious solution for denim manufacturing. Developed as part of Archroma’s PLANET CONSCIOUS+ approach, the process enables denim brands to achieve distinctive, worn looks and intricate design effects through resource-saving and cleaner production methods.
The process combines Archroma’s DIRSOL® RD pretreatment with its DENISOL® indigo dyes, including an aniline-free formulation, or DIRESUL® sulfur-based dyestuffs. This innovative technology facilitates superficial ring-dyeing, which is ideal for laser effects, reduces yarn shrinkage, and enhances garment tensile strength. The DENIM HALO process minimizes the environmental impact by cutting caustic soda use in dyeing, reducing effluent loads, and eliminating harmful practices like manual scraping and potassium permanganate spraying.
In collaboration with Kipaş Denim and Jeanologia, Archroma is also introducing a hangtag for the Contra Denim collection. This range leverages DENIM HALO to create long-lasting distressed denim looks while conserving water, energy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The hangtags will communicate these eco-benefits to consumers, fostering transparency and trust.
Archroma will showcase its innovations at Sustainability Talks in Istanbul on December 3 and at Denim Première Vision in Milan from December 4-5. Industry experts, including Umberto De Vita and Julio Perales, will present insights on sustainable denim technologies at these events.
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