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Record 1 2004-02-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Textiles: Preparation and Processing
DEF

The property of a fabric to transport moisture away from the skin to the outer side of the fabric where it can evaporate

CONT

[The wet weather boot's] insoles are cellulose material resistant to wicking and fungal growth.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Apprêt et traitements divers (Textiles)
CONT

Selon les descriptions techniques des deux tissus, il s'agit dans les deux cas d'un tricot double en polyester à 100 p. 100, constitué de deux fils de deniers différents à l'endroit et à l'envers des tissus, pouvant être soumis à l'impression et qui transfère l'humidité de la couche interne vers la couche externe, caractéristique communément appelée imbibition par capillarité.

CONT

Les semelles intérieures en cellulose [de la botte pour climat humide] résistent à l'imbibition par capillarité et à la moisissure.

Spanish

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