How to treat Crinkle Fabric through the pleating technology in batik process to achieve its unique texture and appearance?

1. Pretreatment and wax pattern application
Pretreatment and wax pattern application are important first steps in the process of Crinkle Fabric being treated by the pleating technique in batik. Pretreatment includes steps such as washing, degreasing and bleaching to ensure that the surface of the fabric is flat and clean, ready for subsequent batik and pleating. Washing can remove impurities and dust on the surface of the fabric, degreasing can remove grease, and bleaching can improve the whiteness and dyeing effect of the fabric.
The fabric is placed in the batik equipment and the wax pattern is applied through a specific process. The application of the wax pattern requires precise control of temperature and pressure, and the wax is evenly attached to the surface of the fabric to form the desired pattern and texture. The application of the wax pattern can prevent the dye from penetrating into specific areas and can also provide a basis for subsequent pleating.

2. Dyeing and color fixing treatment
After the wax pattern is applied, the fabric is dyed. During the dyeing process, the dye will penetrate into the areas not covered by the wax, forming a sharp color contrast. Dyeing requires precise control of the dye concentration and dyeing time to ensure uniform and bright colors. After dyeing, the fabric needs to be fixed to ensure that the dye is firmly attached to the fabric fiber and improve the color fastness and durability of the fabric.
Fixation usually includes heating, pressurization and chemical treatment to form a stable chemical bond between the dye and the fiber. Fixation can prevent the dye from falling off during washing and use, and improve the performance and life of the fabric. Through dyeing and fixation, Crinkle Fabric can show rich colors and patterns to meet the needs of different designs and applications.

3. Pleating and post-processing
Pleating is to fold, twist and compress the fabric through a specific mechanical device or manual operation to form a unique pleating effect. Pleating requires precise control of strength and angle to ensure that the pleats are uniform and natural and meet the design requirements. Pleating can give the fabric a unique appearance and texture, and can also increase the three-dimensional sense and layering of the fabric. Through pleating, Crinkle Fabric can show a unique pleating effect and texture, improving the added value and market competitiveness of the fabric.
The fabric undergoes post-processing, including washing, dewaxing and shaping, to remove wax residues and restore the softness and elasticity of the fabric. During the post-processing process, the fabric needs to be washed and dewaxed multiple times to ensure that the wax is completely removed to avoid affecting the performance of the fabric. The shaping treatment is to heat and pressurize the fabric through a specific process to maintain the established shape and texture. Through post-processing, the wrinkled fabric can restore its softness and elasticity, bringing consumers a more comfortable and beautiful wearing experience.