Artificial suede or Alcantara, was developed in 1972 by scientists Miyoshi Okamoto, who worked at a chemical company. In the same year began mass production of Alcantara. It is a fully synthetic material - is used for the production of chemically treated plastic. Produced by artificial suede improved spinning. During the manufacture of the material goes through several stages - finishing, impregnation, punching, painting, processing, dressing. Unlike natural suede, synthetic is much more durable and resistant to wear. Mainly used in the manufacture of clothing, accessories and car upholstery.
Artificial suede
Artificial suede or Alcantara, was developed in 1972 by scientists Miyoshi Okamoto, who worked at a chemical company. In the same year began mass production of Alcantara. It is a fully synthetic material - is used for the production of chemically treated plastic. Produced by artificial suede improved spinning. During the manufacture of the material goes through several stages - finishing, ...