August 17, 2022
Seamless Clothing via Low-Temp Bonding
Low-melt TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) HMAs activate at 60–80°C to fuse fabrics without stitching:
No thermal damage: Bonds delicate synthetics (e.g., lace, spandex).
Wash-proof flexibility: Withstands 50+ laundry cycles without delamination.
Revolutionizing athleisure and lingerie production.
Eco-Dyeing with HMA Templates
Water-soluble HMAs create temporary resist patterns on fabric, replacing chemical-laden wax in batik. Advantages:
Reusable templates: Melt and recast for zero waste.
No toxic runoff: HMAs wash off with cold water.
Recyclable Garments via Detachable Adhesives
Innovative HMAs allow full material separation during recycling:
Trigger-debonding: Heat to 100°C disassembles shoes/garments into mono-material components.
Compatible with polyester recycling streams.