In textile coating, process control plays an important role in achieving repeatable production results. A formulation may remain unchanged, but variations in processing conditions can influence coating appearance and handling properties. Mixing sequence is one example. Functional additives are gener... read more
A blackout fabric coating is made from several different materials, each serving a specific function during processing and after curing. The acrylic binder forms the continuous film and bonds the coating to the textile substrate. Titanium dioxide contributes to opacity by scattering visible light, w... read more
Foam coating is commonly used in blackout fabric manufacturing because it allows coatings to be applied with controlled density and coating weight. To maintain production consistency, several processing parameters should be monitored throughout manufacturing. The parameter is pH. Stable pH helps ma... read more
Blackout fabrics are widely used in residential curtains, hotels, offices, schools, hospitals, and commercial buildings. While the appearance of the finished fabric is important, the coating structure behind the fabric has a direct impact on light blocking, flexibility, processing stability, and lon... read more
Creating premium blackout fabrics requires more than high opacity. Manufacturers also demand foam stability, strong adhesion, flame retardancy, and consistent production performance. RUICO has developed a complete water-based latex solution for blackout backing applications. Our system combines acry... read more