Tricol Microfiber

What is Microfiber? 

A “micro” fiber is yarn that is finer than natural fibers at about 1/20th the fineness of silk and nearly 1/200th of human hair. 

Not your Ordinary Microfiber

A lot of microfiber in the marketplace is low quality 100% polyester. We differ from our competitor with our expansive bi-component microfiber which is made of 2 materials: polyester and polyamide. We call this our Intelligent Microfiber Collection. These Intelligent Microfibers offer superior handfeel and can deliver powerful functional performance like no other.

• Polyester: great for scrubbing, electrostatic pick-up, does not absorb water
• Polyamide: nylon-based compound that has high water absorbency and quick drying properties

Our Premium Quality

Tricol has a zero-tolerance policy for low quality microfiber, and every batch of our microfiber yarn is thoroughly inspected per our quality management systems and amazing team of quality assurance engineers. Tricol microfiber’s superior fineness results from the incredibly smooth surface of the fiber. This expanded surface area reduces friction, giving our microfiber its incredible wicking ability. The fineness of our microfiber is superior to natural fibers, which are rigid and easily degradable. Characteristics of microfiber include softness, durability, absorption, wicking, electrodynamic and particle filtering. We deliver only the highest quality microfibers for our customers. 

Intelligent Microfiber 

Taking this combination microfiber to the next level, we’ve built an assortment of functional add-ins to expand the performance properties of our yarns. Tricol is a leader in combination microfiber yarn spinning, offering high quality, innovative and sustainably-produced yarns for application in the apparel and home textile markets within our Intelligent Microfiber Collection. Below are a few examples of the functional yarns we have internally developed for the market.

The main function of cotton fiber is to absorb small amounts of dust and grease particles that eventually wipe off the remaining stain. Friction from cotton cleans stains by moving particles around the surface.

Combination microfiber has excellent absorption ability. The fibers absorb dust and grease particles, leaving a clean and dry surface. The microfiber is also easy to clean and dries quickly. It is a superior material to use for cleaning and performance-based products.

Won't Lint
Microfiber filaments, unlike natural fibers, are extremely long and when woven into a textile, resist breakage. This prevents cloths from linting and degrading, even after many uses and washes. The non-lint feature also makes microfiber cloths excellent for wiping sensitive surfaces including lenses, glass, and screens, as they will not leave any dust or loose fibers on the surface. 

Durable and Long-Life

Microfibers, due to their synthetic nature, are stronger and less prone to breaking than natural fibers. They will not undergo protein breakdown, or proteolysis like organic materials. Furthermore, they will not mold or mildew. Microfibers long outlast their organic counterparts and retain their shape and texture over long periods of time.

Applications

Microfibers have a wide variety of applications, from towels and home linens, cleaning surfaces and car detailing, to athletic apparel, and more.

Care

Microfiber textiles should only be washed in regular, non-oily and non-softening washing detergent. Fabric softener should not be used, as the oils in the softener will clog up the fibers and reduce their overall effectiveness until washed out. Can be cleaned in a washer and dryer. Avoid the application of high heat, as this may cause microfibers to scorch or melt.

Special Fabric Characteristics

Fabrics made with microfibers are extremely soft and retain their shape even after hundreds of washings. Microfiber fabrics are typically lightweight, resilient and wrinkle-resistant, with luxurious drape and body. They are stronger and more durable than other fabrics of similar weight. Because microfibers are so fine, many fibers can be packed together very tightly. The denseness allows materials to be wind resistant and water repellent, while allowing enough space between yarns to be breathable.

Materials of Note

Silver Ion Microfiber

• Tricol produces functional microfiber filaments embedded with silver ions. Test results show that these microfiber filaments offer a broad-spectrum antibacterial rate greater than 99.9%, even after 100 washes!

MICROFIBER SUEDE

• GSM: 180-260
• DTY (fluffier) or FDY (thinner) during texturizing process, PP (polypropolene)
• Siro-spun yarn

WEFT KNITTED TERRY FABRIC

• GSM: 220-320
• Weave: Weft Knitting
• Plushness: Light-Medium
• Applications: Cleaning
• Special Features: Striped, checkered, mixed materials

FBZ

• GSM: 220-330
• Weave: warp knitting
• Plushness: light to heavy
• Applications: cleaning
• Special Features: striped, multiple materials

KTL

• GSM: 260-800
• Weave: warp knitting
• Plushness: light-heavy
• Applications: mats, all-purpose cleaning, carpet, towels
• Special Features: can use PP, scrubbing

SUEDE

• GSM: 180-260
• Weave: woven
• Plushness: light
• Applications: glass, lenses, delicate surfaces
• Special Features:  soft

WOVEN

• GSM: 100-450
• Weave: woven
• Plushness: light
• Applications: robes, bedding, cleaning,
• Special Features: Waffle, Diamond, Jacquard, Twill, Multiple weaves, Plain

WOVEN TERRY FABRIC

• GSM: 260-600
• Weave: woven
• Plushness: medium-heavy
• Applications: towels, robes, carpet
• Special Features:  cotton loops, various patterns

CHENILLE

• GSM: 800-1400
• Weave: n/a
• Plushness: heavy
• Applications: mats, dusters, mops
• Special Features: chenille, multiple colors, jacquard knitting