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Preparation
Preparing well brings peace of mind.
A well-prepared fabric is already half dyed, as the saying goes. But fiber diversity and quality variations can make consistent results a challenge, especially with natural fibers.
With decades of research and hands-on expertise—as well as strong partnerships with top textile machine manufacturers—Archroma leads the way in high-performance spin finishes, durable sizing systems and robust pretreatment and optical brightening. Count on us for the solutions and support to handle every fiber and its blends, optimized for your requirements. Our commitment to ecological and toxicological standards help further maintain quality and safety.
On-Demand Flexibility in Spinning and Sizing
Your textile chain begins with Archroma. We deliver outstanding processing performance for all kinds of spun yarns and filaments, making them easier to handle and less likely to break or tangle during spinning, knitting or weaving.
Our spin finishes are designed to meet your technical requirements—from enhancing durability and heat-stability to minimizing friction and static. Our sizing systems are engineered for modern weaving technology, with economical, consciously-made options for all types of looms and size-recovery technologies.
Win with High Brightness and Best Performance
Pretreatment has always been a core competence at Archroma. We believe your textile treatment processes should be simple, robust and highly reliable. With our state-of-the-art pretreatment and optical brightening systems, you get well-prepared fabrics that deliver the brightness, whiteness and fastness you need for your markets.
Archroma offers all-in-one pretreatment solutions designed to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Our biodegradable Blue Magic discontinuous pretreatment delivers high performance and advanced brightening, and also simplifies handling and improves uniformity and dye-ability for higher productivity.
For continuous pretreatment, we are the market leader with a complete portfolio optimized for modern machine technology and resource saving processes.
End-to-End Solutions for Performance and Sustainability
Archroma’s market-leading solutions let you prioritize performance, productivity and sustainability at the same time—with no need to compromise. Our ECO2 SIZE sizing system, for example, combines advanced sizing agents to increase weaving efficiency while saving resources, reducing dust and cutting wastewater treatment costs.*
* Compared to benchmark sizing, loom efficiency improved by up to 4% with reductions in water (15%), energy (11%), process time (11%) and process BOD/COD (31%), as demonstrated by Archroma’s ONE WAY Impact Calculator
Our Pretreatment products
BACTOSOL®
Enzymes for desizing and fiber surface modification
IMEROL®
All-in-one surfactants for easy exhaust dyeing
KIERALON®
Surfactants to ensure fiber cleanliness
LUFIBROL®
Sequestering and dispersing agents
MERCEROL®
PRESTOGEN®
Peroxide stabilizers for different process conditions
SIRRIX®
Sequestering and dispersing agents
ULTRAVON®
Surfactants for universal application for all fiber types
Our Optical Brightening Agents
Our Markets
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Automotive
As a pioneer in the industry, we partner with automotive brands and suppliers worldwide to deliver high-performance solutions for auto interiors.
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Carpets
With our best-in-class solutions for textile floor coverings, you can achieve performance and style in every space.
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Casual Wear
As your go-to partner in casual wear innovation, we have technologies and solutions that will drive value with enhanced functionality, eye-catching aesthetics and sustainable differentiation.
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Denim
As the leader in denim innovation, we bring you the broadest array of possibilities in colors and effects with the highest quality and sustainability.
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Exterior Textiles
We bring our innovation and expertise to help you develop products that combine performance, market appeal and meet regulatory standards.
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Formal Wear
With breakthrough dyeing solutions, we are transforming wool dyeing and finishing to make it more sustainable and cost-effective for mills and brands.
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Home Textiles
As your expert partner in home textiles, you can stay ahead with our innovative technologies and solutions that balances performance and sustainability.
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Nonwoven
With our expertise, innovation and commitment to sustainability, we develop cutting-edge technologies and solutions to meet your needs for nonwovens.
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Performance Wear
With the rising demand for sportswear, activewear, outdoor clothing and athletic apparel, we have technologies and solutions to help brands and mills stay ahead.
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Swimwear
Performance, the perfect fit, vibrant colors and high-contrast patterns are key in this segment, we have the right solutions to help you meet the needs of consumers
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Workwear and Uniforms
Archroma has the expertise and solutions to help you manufacture workwear and uniforms that meet the highest standards of safety and performance.
How can we help you?
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