Advanced Acrylic Emulsion Solutions for High-Performance Textiles

By Zhejiang Ruico Advanced Materials

Acrylic emulsions have become indispensable in the evolution of textile finishing, offering a combination of versatility, durability, and environmental responsibility. As global textile markets shift toward higher performance, improved aesthetics, and sustainable processing, Zhejiang Ruico Advanced Materials continues to lead with innovative acrylic emulsion technologies tailored for modern textile manufacturing.

1. The Growing Need for High-Performance Textile Coatings

Textile performance requirements have expanded far beyond conventional softness or appearance. Today’s textiles must withstand mechanical stress, frequent washing, environmental exposure, and complex functional demands. From home furnishings and apparel to industrial protective fabrics and filtration media, coating and finishing processes play a central role in determining overall product quality.

Acrylic emulsions are widely used in these processes due to their excellent film-forming capability, strong adhesion to various textile substrates, and compatibility with functional additives. Their adaptability to water-based, eco-friendly formulations further strengthens their position as a leading polymer system in textile finishing.

2. Ruico’s Expertise in Acrylic Emulsion Technology

Zhejiang Ruico Advanced Materials has developed a portfolio of advanced acrylic emulsions engineered to meet diverse textile application requirements. Our R&D focuses on polymer design, controlled particle morphology, crosslinking behavior, and performance stability.

Key attributes of Ruico’s acrylic emulsions include:

• Superior film formation, delivering strong, uniform coatings with excellent mechanical properties.

• Optimized flexibility and softness, essential for garments, upholstery, and technical fabrics requiring comfort and drape.

• Excellent abrasion and wash resistance, ensuring long-lasting performance even under demanding laundering cycles.

• High bonding strength, suitable for woven, knitted, and nonwoven textiles.

• Compatibility with pigments, flame retardants, thickeners, and fillers, enabling customized formulations.

These properties allow Ruico’s acrylic emulsions to support a variety of textile applications including pigment printing, back-coating, lamination, flocking adhesives, and functional textile treatments.

3. Applications Across the Textile Value Chain

3.1 Pigment Printing Binders

Ruico’s acrylic emulsions provide excellent color development, fastness, and softness when used as binders in pigment printing. Their transparent, flexible films enhance pigment brightness, reduce crocking, and maintain fabric softness. Advanced crosslinkable grades deliver enhanced wet fastness, meeting international standards for garment durability.

3.2 Textile Back-Coating

Back-coating enhances fabric dimensional stability, strength, and functional characteristics. Ruico’s acrylic emulsions provide strong adhesion to a wide range of fabrics, improving tear strength, fray resistance, and resistance to deformation. They can be formulated for anti-slip performance, thermal stability, and compatibility with flame-retardant systems—ideal for upholstery, blackout curtains, carpets, and automotive interiors.

3.3 Functional Finishing

Acrylic emulsions act as efficient carriers for a wide array of functional additives. Whether delivering water repellence, UV resistance, antimicrobial properties, or special protective features, Ruico’s formulations ensure excellent dispersion, adhesion, and durability. This versatility supports the growing market for outdoor wear, industrial workwear, filtration textiles, and specialty performance fabrics.

3.4 Lamination and Adhesive Applications

In textile lamination, strong bonding and long-term flexibility are crucial. Ruico’s acrylic emulsions offer improved cohesion and heat resistance, enabling effective lamination between fabrics, foils, and films. They also serve as reliable adhesives for flocking processes due to their controlled tack, penetration, and bonding strength.

4. Environmental Responsibility – A Core Ruico Commitment

As sustainability becomes a priority across global markets, Ruico has continually advanced its acrylic emulsion formulations to comply with the strictest ecological and safety standards. Our products are:

• Water-based and low-VOC

• APEO-free and formaldehyde-free

• Compatible with ZDHC MRSL and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 requirements

Ruico also invests in green polymer technologies such as low-carbon emulsions and bio-based acrylic systems. These innovations reduce environmental impact while maintaining high performance, offering textile manufacturers a responsible path forward.

5. Innovation and Future Development

Textile demands continue to evolve, and Ruico remains committed to advancing acrylic emulsion chemistry. Our future development focuses include:

• High-durability emulsions for industrial and protective textiles

• Ultra-soft emulsions for premium apparel and home textiles

• Weather-resistant systems for outdoor fabric applications

• Multifunctional polymers integrating stain resistance, antimicrobial properties, and flame-retardant compatibility

By combining material innovation with customer-centered technical support, Zhejiang Ruico Advanced Materials aims to empower textile manufacturers with solutions that improve performance, reduce environmental impact, and enhance market competitiveness.