Wet processing is one of the most energy- and water-intensive parts of apparel production, a major driver of chemicals and emissions and notoriously hard to decarbonize.
Apparel Impact Institute (AII) spur collective action in the fashion industry to select, fund and scale projects to reduce environmental impacts. By 2030, AII aspires to enable the reduction of 100 million tonnes of CO2e from the apparel and footwear supply chain.
Fiber52, PLUVIA, Dystar registered to AII to prove that decarbonizing textile wet processing is not that hard.
FIBRE52™
FIBRE52™ has introduced Wax-On, Bleach & Dye Technology. This technology reduces process demand for energy through a patented wax-on, low temperature bleach and dye system that replaces outdated preparation methods for cotton and other cellulosics. The unique drop-in solution works with existing machinery, using bio-friendly products instead of harsh chemicals, such as caustic soda. Mills can immediately reduce Scope 1 emissions, and use less temperature and water to achieve superior end fabrics of all shades with increased strength and natural softness.
PLUVIA
The Pluvia Circum Print Machine is designed to reduce energy use by operating at low pressure between the nozzle and J-box, while maintaining a low liquor ratio. It is specially built for washing fabric after dyeing and printing, helping to lower water and chemical consumption. Additionally, all Pluvia machines come with heat recovery systems, which boost overall efficiency and reduce resource usage.
Pluvia ensures maximum production efficiency with its prewashing chambers that provide a long dwell time. It also delivers excellent washing performance in rope form through high mechanical washing effects.
Thanks to its strong mechanical action and flexible overflow system, Pluvia uses less water. On average, water consumption is around 15–25 liters per kg of fabric during print washing.
Due to low water usage and low water capacity in the chambers, Pluvia also helps save steam. The average steam consumption is about 1.0–2.5 kg per kg of fabric in print washing.
DyStar®
DyStar’s® Cadira® Polyester process lowers the energy and water demand compared to traditional polyester pretreatment, dyeing, and aftertreatment methods. It also improves the right-first-time dyeing performance. By optimizing the process for speed and reliability, it reduces the need for reworks, shortens lead times, and enhances material quality. Fewer process steps are required, helping to conserve resources.
