As the textile industry faces rising scrutiny over chemical safety and environmental impact, one group of substances has come under particular fire: PFAS. Long valued for their ability to impart water- and stain-resistant properties, these “forever chemicals” are now being phased out across global markets. For manufacturers of high-performance yarns, this raises a critical challenge: how to maintain non-wicking functionality without PFAS.
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- By Steve Zande
- 06/27/25
- Wire and Cable, Wicking Test, Waterblocking, Industrial Yarn, Polyester
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- By Eric Shippee
- 10/25/16
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Manufacturers of wire and cable understand the importance of preventing moisture from making contact with fiber optics. Conducting a water wicking test for yarn and thread used in the manufacturing process can help with product evaluation, as well as save time and money in the long term.
Read morePFAS-Free Non-Wicking Yarn Treatments: A Safer Alternative for High-Performance Textiles
- By Steve Zande
- 06/27/25
- Wire and Cable, Wicking Test, Waterblocking, Industrial Yarn, Polyester
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As the textile industry faces rising scrutiny over chemical safety and environmental impact, one group of substances has come under particular fire: PFAS. Long valued for their ability to impart water- and stain-resistant properties, these “forever chemicals” are now being phased out across global markets. For manufacturers of high-performance yarns, this raises a critical challenge: how to maintain non-wicking functionality without PFAS.
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How to Test Non-Wicking Properties of Yarns and Fibers for Wire and Cable
- By Eric Shippee
- 10/25/16
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Manufacturers of wire and cable understand the importance of preventing moisture from making contact with fiber optics. Conducting a water wicking test for yarn and thread used in the manufacturing process can help with product evaluation, as well as save time and money in the long term.
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