Are the requirements for breathability and moisture absorption of recycled fabrics used in sports equipment higher than those for formal wear?
When recycled fabrics are used in sports equipment, the requirements for breathability and moisture absorption are indeed higher than those for formal wear. This is mainly due to the special usage scenarios and functional requirements of sports equipment.
From the perspective of breathability, the human body will generate a lot of heat and sweat during exercise. If it cannot be discharged in time, it will cause the body to be stuffy and uncomfortable, and even affect the performance of the sport. Therefore, sports equipment needs to have good breathability to ensure air circulation, help the body dissipate heat, and keep dry and comfortable. Recycled fabrics can form more micropores and channels through special fiber structures and processing technology, increase the breathability of fabrics, and meet the breathability needs during exercise.
From the perspective of moisture absorption, sports equipment needs to be able to quickly absorb and disperse sweat to prevent sweat from accumulating on the surface of the skin, causing discomfort or colds. Recycled fabrics usually have good moisture absorption properties, can quickly absorb sweat and conduct it to the surface of the fabric, and dissipate it into the air through evaporation to keep the skin dry. This is crucial to improve comfort and health during exercise.
When recycled fabrics are used in sports equipment, the requirements for breathability and moisture absorption are indeed higher than those for formal wear. This is determined by the special usage scenarios and functional requirements of sports equipment. Therefore, when choosing recycled fabrics to make sports equipment, special attention should be paid to their breathability and moisture absorption properties to ensure that the products can meet the needs of exercise.
Compared with traditional fabrics, in what specific aspects are the environmental benefits of recycled fabrics in clothing reflected?
Compared with traditional fabrics, the environmental benefits of recycled fabrics in clothing are specifically reflected in the following aspects:
Resource conservation: The main raw materials of recycled fabrics come from recyclable materials such as waste textiles and plastic bottles, which effectively reduces the exploitation and consumption of primary resources. According to statistics, the yarn of each ton of GRS recycled certified fabric can be extracted from discarded mineral water bottles and coke bottles, thereby saving non-renewable resources such as oil. In addition, in the manufacturing process of recycled polyester fabrics, nearly 80% of energy can be saved, and each ton of recycled polyester yarn can save 1 ton of oil and 6 tons of water, which reflects its significant advantages in resource conservation.
Environmentally friendly: The production process of traditional fabrics is often accompanied by a large amount of energy consumption and pollution emissions, such as the generation of wastewater, waste gas and solid waste. The production process of recycled fabrics is relatively environmentally friendly, reducing the use of chemicals and reducing pollution to the environment. For example, in the production process of GRS recycled fabrics, recycled resources such as discarded plastic bottles are used, which effectively reduces air pollution and the impact of the greenhouse effect. At the same time, the recycling and reuse of recycled fabrics also reduces the demand for landfill and incineration of waste, further alleviating environmental pressure.
Carbon emission reduction: The use of recycled fabrics helps to reduce carbon emissions. By recycling waste textiles and plastic bottles, recycled fabrics reduce carbon emissions in the production and transportation of new materials. In addition, using recycled fabrics instead of traditional fabrics can also reduce the overall carbon footprint of clothing during production, use and disposal, and contribute to addressing climate change.
The environmental benefits of recycled fabrics in clothing are mainly reflected in resource conservation, environmental friendliness and carbon emission reduction. These advantages make recycled fabrics one of the important directions for sustainable development of the textile industry, and an important choice for consumers pursuing green consumption and environmentally friendly life.