DAK Fibers Announces the Release of Delcron® HydroPur Fiber, a Moisture Management Antimicrobial Polyester Staple Fiber
The new product features Antimicrobial AlphaSan® from Milliken. AlphaSan® is a zirconium phosphate based ceramic ion exchange resin that contains silver. Silver, a naturally occurring element, is safe for human contact and inhibits growth of a broad spectrum of microorganisms. Laboratory tests have shown that these fibers exhibit significant efficacy against odor causing and unsightly microorganisms with high reductions having been achieved under normal test conditions. Moisture management properties keep moisture on the move and provide increased comfort through faster drying.
Utilizing this new offering in your product line will allow for the construction of products that:
- Resist deterioration from microbes.
- Provide mildew and odor resistant functionality.
- Prevent discoloration and odors caused by fungal growth.
- Inhibit the growth of bacterial odors.
- Dry faster providing added comfort.
Both antimicrobial and moisture management technologies are incorporated during the polymer stage of fiber manufacturing providing durable and safe performance throughout the life of the garment or product. In addition, Delcron® HydroPur Fiber is performance engineered to retain the desired aesthetics of existing products while adding increased functionality in the apparel, home furnishings and industrial segments.
"For the forward-thinking manufacturer, Delcron® HydroPur is the ideal fiber", indicates Jim Netzel Marketing Director DAK Fibers, "Combining moisture management and antimicrobial properties creates endless opportunities to improve the existing products as well as to create new and exciting offerings."
DAK Fibers is an affiliate of DAK Americas, LLC. DAK Americas, headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is a wholly owned subsidiary of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa S.A. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest private corporations with 35,800 employees and revenues of $5.17 billion (US). Alfa has alliances with more than 20 leading companies from the United States, Japan, Europe, South America and Mexico. DAK Fibers is committed to introducing new and innovative polyester staple fiber products to the ever-changing textile industry.