CARRINGTONFINISHES GUIDE

In manufacturing and construction sectors. In commercial and service industries. In countries throughout Europe – and beyond – millions of people go about their tasks in garments made from Carrington Textiles.

Specialising in fabrics and finishes to meet the most challenging workplace environments, Carrington is one of Europe’s largest fully-integrated textile processing and finishing operations.

With over 125 years’ experience, we are the largest producer of workwear fabrics in the United Kingdom - producing over 50 million metres of fabric annually, and exporting to more than 75 countries worldwide.

Every finish in this guide has been extensively tested to ensure it meets our highest textile expectations – and fitness for purpose in specific applications and environments.

An industry leader, Carrington is based in Lancashire - the birthplace of British textiles - but operates globally.

Our combined international operation is located across four centres of excellence, supported by a network of offices throughout Europe and Asia - as well as agents throughout Europe and distributors worldwide.

If you can’t find the exact finish you are looking for in this guide, please contact your local sales representative who will provide further help with all your textile needs.

As an internationally experienced company, we have the vision to observe and report on global trends and how these affect the industry. Including economic situations, commodity movements, industry standards and emerging markets.

We combine this vital market intelligence with our unrivalled insight into the needs of garment manufacturers, rental laundries and end-users – responding to their needs quickly and cost effectively in a fast changing world.

In this way, we are able to develop the fabrics and finishes required to provide exceptional levels of performance in the most demanding of workplace environments.

We lead from the front with drive, investment, commitment, knowledge and flair. All supported by world class service, delivered by a worldwide sales and service network.

Throughout Europe and beyond, millions of people go about their tasks in garments made from Carrington fabrics. We produce over 50 million meters of fabric annually, and export to more than 75 countries worldwide - with over 60% of our products going to new markets.

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For outstanding performance in combined chemical splash protection and water repellency we use Splashguard C6 technology – a fluorocarbon treatment applied to the fabric to provide excellent levels of resistance against oil, water and some chemicals.

When liquid spills come into contact with the fabric, they form into beads and roll off the surface. Any dry soiling of the fabric is easily brushed off the surface.

This finish conforms to EN13034 aqueous chemical splash standard, and has been designed to last and remain effective through repeated laundering cycles.

A high degree of fabric breathability is a critical factor-along with water-repellent properties that offer excellent wearer protection.

Long term durability is ensured by reactivation of the chemicals after the washing process using thermal drying finishes.

Ecological Fluorine Free Water Repellents

These finishes offer a PFC free sound option where only water repellency is required. The finishes are durable and suitable for Oeko-Tex 100.

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Chemical, Oil & Water Repellent Finishes

The ‘Sanitized® Silver’ soundly based on the well-understood and historically-hygiene treatment we use is valued antibacterial effects of silver. Our technology has enhanced these properties and made them more easily harnessed and applied to fabrics to give an exceptionally effective antibacterial finish to fabrics.

This is achieved by using silver ions embedded in an innovative carrier system – free from any nano particles. The finish provides a natural and wash-resistant protection and is the ideal choice for fabrics used in hygiene-critical situations.

The used Sanitized® product is environmentally safe, conforms to bluesign® and Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® and retains an extremely high antibacterial effect, even after multiple industrial washes.

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Anti-bacterial/ Anti-microbial Finish

The “Sanitized® Actifresh” brand, is a trademark of SANITIZED AG, Switzerland, and a globally recognised sign of quality for antimicrobial hygiene function and material protection

Applied to the fabric, the Actigard® finish has long-lasting active ingredients that have proved highly effective against vectors such as mosquitoes and ticks.

Its outstanding durability and enduring effectiveness – through high numbers of washes have made this finish an important specification in applications such as military uniforms, bedding, mattresses and floor coverings.

It also conforms to Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.

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Vector protection Actigard®

The “Actigard®” brand, is a trademark of SANITIZED AG, Switzerland, and a globally recognised sign of quality for vector protection.

This is a physical treatment of one or both faces of the fabric itself, carried out in a controlled process designed to break up the fibres of the yarn and add a brushed finish. The effect is to produce a softer surface that delivers exceptional comfort levels and makes the fabric much easier to wear – particularly next to the skin.

To avoid any increase in pilling the brushing is applied to the front, back or both sides of the fabric. Fabrics treated in this way are given a softer hand, bulkier feel and warmer touch. The finish is permanent, and the wash and wear properties of the original fabric are retained.

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Brushed/Emerised Comfort Finish

For end uses where only limited repellency is required but stain and soil removal is paramount we can offer a range of functional finishes to meet your requirements.

Stain and Soil release Finishes

This finish can be applied to enhance a fabric’s own inherent softness and feel, or add an extra dimension to a fabric chosen primarily for other more practical qualities. It gives a ‘super soft’ handle and greatly improves the fabric’s natural drape and a garment’s stylish look.

So it’s an effective way to maximise wearer comfort and maintain a smart appearance – without compromising on a hard wearing and hard working performance. Soft but durable, the finish is designed to withstand repeated washing.

Moisture management finish confers wash-resistant hydrophilic properties for fibres of all kinds. The fabrics dry quicker, wick moisture away from the skin and stay soft and breathable even when the wearer is involved in high-intensity activities.

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Soft handle Finish

Moisture Management Finish

This finish delivers two distinctive benefits by combining exceptional crease resistance with controlled shrinkage, resulting in an easy-care fabric for garments that stay looking smart in the workplace.

To achieve this, the fabric is treated with reactive resin, which improves both crease resistance and crease recovery. During the process the resin is locked in by crosslinking on to the fibre for a durable long-lasting finish that retains it properties after industrial laundering. The fabric remains breathable.

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Crease Resistant Finish

Combined finishes, for combined benefits

Multiple benefits can be achieved by different combinations of Carrington finishes. This can be to give multifunctional protection – or to combine protection with greater comfort and a smarter appearance. For more information on how to maximise the benefits of our finishes, please contact one of our sales representatives who will be happy to advise on all the possibilities.

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In every case, these fabrics and finishes meet every performance requirement. Including optimum performance and durability throughout a long life - with retention of wearability, smartness and other qualities after repeated wash and wear cycles.

All fabrics are designed to bespoke requirements, for specific tasks, and exhaustively proven in wearer trials. By working closely with laundries and other organisations, we ensure that all our fabric ranges meet the demands of ETSA performance.

From hazardous working conditions to the highest levels of hygiene, our finishes offer the specific protection and other characteristics required in sectors that include:

Healthcare, Heavy Industry, Light Engineering, Food Processing, Retail Distribution, Defence, Hospitality, Travel, Utilities, Public Sector, Emergency Services.

Today, we represent brand giants that include McDonalds, UPS, BUPA, TATA Steel, Shell, Coca Cola, Airbus, Jaguar Land Rover, BP, and Arcelor Mittal.

Throughout the world, companies trust Carrington Textiles for the fabrics and finishes that work better in workwear.

Every day, in virtually every industry or business sector across the world, our fabrics and finishes help people work safely, comfortably and efficiently.

As a market leader, we relate our success to these core values:

Integrity – open, honest and authentic Quality – capabilities delivered with focus and dedication Leadership – international management structure encouraging development and support Diversity – nurturing ideas, embracing innovation and building knowledge Accountability – taking responsibility for our actions and making informed decisions Passion – committed to deliver, with the will to succeed Most importantly, we foster long term relationships throughout our supply chain and customer base. This helps to create shared goals and values allowing us to keep pace, be attentive to evolving needs, and flaunt our mutual competitive advantage. In a professional sense, in a business sense, in every sense . . . we are the fabric of our industry’s future success.

Carrington Textiles, a world of solutions that work

Wherever there’s work to be done, you’ll find people all over the world wearing advanced fabrics by Carrington.

Fabrics used in workwear that delivers the ultimate in design, quality and comfort - coupled with optimum protection, functionality and durability.

Whatever the fabric, for whatever the application, you can find exactly what you need by using the Fabric Finder feature on our website www.carrington.co.uk

Or, contact us for a copy of one of our specific and comprehensive fabric guides.

Workwear Fabrics Carrington’s has a large range of over 50 stocked qualities in the workwear range in a variety of different weights, constructions and finishes.

Defence Fabrics Carrington’s defence range has been launched in 2015 to showcase all of its technical expertise in combination with its parent company Pincroft dyeing & printing to bring a large selection of fabrics for both military and civil usages.

Flame Retardant Fabrics The large range of flame retardant fabrics shows Carrington’s flexibility in the protectivewear market. From standard FR’s to multifunctional and inherent fabrics you won’t find a better collection of stock supported flame retardant fabrics.

Inherent Fabrics Carrington’s new Inherent range has tensile strength, tear strength and abrasion performance which are superior to competitors fabrics and therefore meet every possible market need.

Waterproof Fabrics Launched in 2014 this is Carrington’s range of coated & laminated fabrics that can be used in a variety of different industries and come in a large range of stock supported colours.

Stretch Fabrics Launched in 2017 Carrington has introduced its new Stretch products to meet the growing demand for garments with built-in comfort.Extensively tested to withstand a host of conditions experienced in a multitude of sector applications within workwear, corporate wear and protectivewear environments.

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