What is Flock?
Flock is a material that can be applied to almost any surface with its impressive visuality. It can be obtained from natural or synthetic materials. Lengths can be produced between 0.3mm and 5mm. There is also a flock variety in 1.7-22dtx diameters. In addition to the main colors, flock can be produced in special colors […]
How to Flock Application?
Adhesive is applied to the surface to be flocked first. Flock adhesive can be applied by methods such as spraying, brushing, serigraphy. Then the flock fibers are stuck on the wet adhesive surface by the electrostatic voltage force. In addition, electrostatic-pneumatic flock coating may be required for some products depending on the depth of the […]
How to Clean Flock?
For the final cleaning stage, it is necessary to wait for all the reactions of the adhesive to end. Cleaning and quality tests to be carried out before complete drying and curing or before the material temperature returns to normal may result in failure.
What Should Be Considered While Making Flock Coating?
Flock adhesive and electrostatic application should be done by trained personnel. Since flock particles can stay in the air for a long time, a mask should be used in the application area. In addition, if the adhesive is made by spraying, suction and filtering should be done with suitable cabinets. Standard data on ambient humidity […]
Flock Adhesive and How to Apply?
The flock adhesive must be electrically conductive. It must not only adhere to the surface to be flocked, but also must be able to adhere firmly to flock fibers. Depending on the desired quality of the material to be applied, the adhesive’s washing, abrasion and oil resistance may also need to be high. Paint can […]
What are the Objectives of the Flock Application?
Flock can be applied to almost all materials. In addition to the decorative appearance, velvet texture, variety of models on the surface; Flock coating application can be preferred in order to serve as hot cold insulation, sound insulation, anti-clicking or a gasket. It is also used in textiles for the variety of screen printing and […]