Expertise
Deeply rooted in textile tradition, these expertises are currently experiencing a true revival.
At the heart of an authentic CSR approach, these processes require no chemicals. Respectful of both people and the environment, they offer a wide range of mechanical textile finishes, from the most classic to the most daring. The finishes achieved on the fabrics withstand the test of time and are permanent on synthetic materials.
Stamping
Embossing
Printing
Laminating
collage
Calendering
Miré effect
Brushing
Crinkling
Stamping
Fabric stamping is achieved by passing the material between a smooth cylinder and an engraved cylinder, which mechanically prints a pattern onto the face of the fabric. 237 stamping cylinders are currently available. We can also engrave custom cylinders specifically for your projects.
Embossing
Embossing creates structured textures by using two cylinders engraved with the exact same pattern. We offer a selection of 35 embossing cylinders.
Printing
Transfer printing allows for the application of colorful patterns onto fabric through heat sublimation, without the use of harmful substances. It serves as a compelling eco-friendly alternative to chemical dyeing.
Laminating
Bonding of adhesive films between various substrates.
Heat-sealing, interlining, and laminating. Composites can be trimmed using ultrasonic technology or mechanical blade cutting.
Calendering
Calendering modifies the appearance of the fabric through the combined effects of heat and mechanical cylinder pressure. The fabric is flattened and softened to achieve either a lustrous shine or a matte finish.
Miré effect
The Miré effect creates patterns on silk or viscose velvet using a specialized cylinder that flattens and displaces the pile.
Velvet brushing / Poulinage
Poulinage creates intricate patterns through the combined heating action of a perforated cylinder and a brush. This finish plays on the contrast between the brushed and unbrushed areas of synthetic velvet.
Crinkling
Various crinkling and pleating techniques are available: Fortuny crushing, pleating, and cascade crushing.
Discover our catalogue
Are you looking to enhance your textiles, or transform the surface, touch, and properties of your fabrics? Claeys features a collection of 236 cylinder designs, including 37 specialized embossing cylinders.
Discover our cylinders catalogue