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Lab Dips
July 14, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
This workshop covers the key fundamentals of the lab dip process: physical and digital color standards, dye selection, lab dyeing equipment, lab finishing equipment, color communication to suppliers, and evaluation.
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Chemical Finishing: Durable Press
July 16, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
There are a variety of solutions for creating a durable press for fabric. Attendees will understand several of these methods, their advantages and disadvantages, and use cases.
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Issues in Product Performance: Shrinkage
July 21, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
This workshop addresses a common issue that concerns knit product manufacturers: shrinkage. We will also discuss the construction, dyeing, and finishing parameters that impact these defects as well as the means to eliminate or improve this issue.
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Chemical Finishing: Moisture Management
July 23, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
Moisture management is essential for the comfort and performance of textile goods. Cotton is naturally wicking and provides an optimal microclimate to the skin, but it can be engineered to provide additional benefits for high-performance goods. Attendees will understand different methods of managing moisture within fabrics.
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Issues in Product Performance: Skew & Pill
July 28, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
This workshop addresses two common issues that concern knit product manufacturers: skewness and pilling. We will also discuss the construction, dyeing, and finishing parameters that impact these defects as well as the means to eliminate or improve these issues.
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Chemical Finishing: Oil/Water Repellency
July 30, 2026 | Virtual Workshop
There are a variety of methods for achieving oil and water repellency in textiles. Attendees will understand what causes oil and water repellency and how it is accomplished on cotton goods.