Home News news ALL Eco Series 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2022 / 01 / 06 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.13 The New Challenge in 2022. Many studies show that the market will get energetic in 2022. Indeed, the customers are ready for the new activities after the pandemic. We can’t wait for the international trip and are busy with the vacation plans. Behind the exciting scene, there are some things that should be considered. Several major shipping companies will increase their prices in January 2022 because of an increase in labor and fuel costs.American logistics giantsFedEx and UPShave both stated that they will increase almost all services rates in 2022, with anaverage increase of 5.9%. It is the first time the price increase has been higher than 4.9% in eight years. We can’t predict the future, but we know that 2022 still has many challenges. Let’s solve the problem together and make a better year. 2021 / 12 / 20 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Christmas is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. - Agnes M. Pharo After the second year of a very special challenge, Christmas allows us to pause and reflect on what may be the most important things around us from past to present and fondly wish for a brighter future. The special moments we shared in 2021, chaotic or nice had all become sugar and spice that makes Christmas nice. December as the end of the year brings no greater joy than the opportunity to express the season’s greeting. May your Christmas and New Year be filled with joy. For 2022 we wish all of us an exciting and visionary adventure, Hwa Fune looks forward to the reunion with old friends and meeting up with new friends. Wishing everyone a great holiday and memories that can be cherished forever. Best regards fromHwa Fune team 2021 / 12 / 07 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.12 Facing 2022. 2021 come close to an end. This year’s challenges are no less than last year, but facing them is what we must do. This year we paid attention to some international issues, and also considered the trend of the textile industry and apparel: People care about nature more. Not only are they more willing to step into nature, but more importantly, everyone pays more attention to sustainability issues. Consumers no longer require fast and popular items and are more inclined to choose durable and responsible products. Busy port and congestion in transportation has caused international corporation to rethink about the production chain. Hwa Fune found that Eco-friendly fabric is the top hit this year. Therefore, we launched Porlite, which is a functional fabric with a friendly environment. Not only does it reduce the carbon footprint (energy saving) during production, the focus is on its completely solvent-free characteristics, and it does not burden the earth at all. It has been a tough year for all industries. We thank all our partners for cooperation and support. Because of your support, Hwa Fune is able to improve and provide better service. We expect the border to open next year and look forward to seeing you in person again. 2021 / 11 / 23 Eco Poly Membrane| Hwa Fune eco series. With the advancement of science and technology, textile materials are constantly updated. Even the recycled materials that everyone expects have made a breakthrough. If the processed fabric is made of single material, it can be recycled completely!! It may be great for fabric and membrane both made of poly. After various tests, we found that the poly material not only can be recycled but also has good performance. This is an environmentally-friendly initiative for processing fabrics, making clothing production and recycling a closed cycle. Advantages of Eco Poly Membrane Garment is 100% Recyclable Super Stretch & Recovery None - Solvent Multiple End-use (Plastic product, Tar laying) Optimal WP & MVP (20K/20K) Eco Solvent-Free Lamination (Moisture Adhesive Reactive) Eco Poly Memebrane PET PU TPU WP/ MVP 15K/15K 10K/10K 30K/30K 15K/15K Solvent None None DMF None Elasticity 300% X 200% 220% Recyclable Yes Yes X X Material source Production Waste Production Waste X X Melting point 180℃ 170℃ 170℃ 150℃ *The performance display is the best result. The actual situation determined by yarn type. W-1586-L05C •89%Polyester 11%Spandex(4-way) •DWR10/70-80%, WP 15,000, MVP 15,000g/m2/24hr •Weight: 119GSM±5% •2LL/ Eco Poly Membrane 2021 / 11 / 08 The Cleaning of Functional Jacket. Think of your favorite outdoor jacket, and try to recall when was the last time you had it cleaned? We often forget to care about our jackets when the season change and our wardrobe staples rotate. How can we maintain the lifetime of the jackets? If you want your jacket to look as glamorous as it once was and prolong its life. Here is some important knowledge you need to know first. How do I know when to clean? Down jackets: Once a season, if worn occasionally; twice a season, if worn regularly. Fleece jackets: After six or seven times of wear. Rain jackets: Once a season, if worn infrequently; once a month, if worn regularly. How to clean the waterproof & windproof jacket Wipe the dirt with a soft brush. Close all the zippers, buckle the buttons, stick the Velcro, and loosen all the drawstrings. Put the jacket in the laundry bag to avoid excessive twisting during the wash. Use the washing machine and choose the neutral detergent or the functional clothes dedicated. It's recommended to set the soft washing mode and medium temperature. Do not use clothing softeners, bleach, or products containing stain removers for cleaning. Don’t forget to tend to your jacket during the offseason. Hope your functional outfit lasts longer and discover more adventures with you. 2021 / 11 / 02 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.11 The inflation of 2021. Many countries have felt the impact of inflation in the second half of 2021. Not only the raw materials price have a significant raise, but also the consumer products. Products like textile or cars which related to energy and transportation are the most obvious products of the price increase. The annual inflation rate in the US edged up to a 13-year high of 5.4% in September of 2021 from 5.3% in August. The annual inflation rate in the UK edged down to 3.1% in September of 2021 from a 9-year high of 3.2% in August and below forecasts of 3.2%. According to the Fed, inflation ticked up in recent weeks and months due to transitory factors. The global power shortage and the transportation problem are still happening. Follow us to know the direction of the world. information source: : "Trading Economics"https://tradingeconomics.com/ 2021 / 10 / 20 Hydro Chromic Printing You can only see the print after making the fabric wet. Add some surprises to your outfit!! Hydrochromic inks change colour (become transparent) when wet or if moisture is present. Apply these inks over the surface or material you want to hide- so when wet, all will be revealed! Wet and Reveal Screen ink can be printed on various substrates such as paper, cards, print receptive plastics and even textiles. Tests should be carried out to determine suitability for the substrate and application chosen. When a highly permanent print on textiles is required the dried wet and reveal print can be crosslinked by baking for 3 – 5 minutes at 130ºC. Contact Us to get product sample information source:https://www.colourchange.com/works-hydrochromic/ 2021 / 10 / 04 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.10 China's power supply tightens effect. Because of many factors including coal prices increase and surging demand, East China has led to side effects at factories of all kinds. Some of the factories cut the output or even halted production entirely. East China is the textile industry base. It accounts for nearly 30 percent of the national capacity. Companies have been asked to reduce power usage and cut production by the officials. "The suspension is quite long, and it will affect business as order deliveries will be delayed," a dyeing company executive in Keqiao told Nikkei Asia. It has affected nearly 160 energy-intensive companies, mainly the textile, dyeing, and chemical fiber industries. information source: Global Times, Nikkei Asia 2021 / 09 / 21 Happy Mid-Autumn festival The Mid-autumn festival is coming on 9/21. Wish everyone has a happy holiday. #midautumn #hwafunefabric #happyholiday Check our SNS▼ FaceBook YouTube 2021 / 09 / 07 Hwa Fne care about social welfare. Hwa Fune Industry Co., Ltd has been concerned about Taiwanese social issues for a long time. In order to assist people with disabilities in their daily life and employment, we often donate fabrics to Taiwan public interest groups. This year, the air-conditioning of 財團法人蘭智社會福利基金會 needs to be replaced with new ones. Hwa Fune join the donation project, and hoping to support disadvantaged friends and fulfill corporate social responsibilities. 驊豐長久以來相當關心台灣社會議題。為協助身心障礙者生活起居以及就業,我們經常捐贈布疋予台灣各公益團體。 今年 財團法人蘭智社會福利基金會 的冷氣需要汰舊換新,驊豐義不容辭的也加入捐贈行列,希望給予弱勢朋友支持,並善盡企業社會責任。 愛心冷氣啟用活動報導 蘭智基金會 玩美布工坊 2021 / 09 / 06 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.9 The Fancy Fabric Maker, Rotary Printing. For years, rotary fabric printing has allowed textile printers to increase efficiency, boost productivity and raise profitability of their printing process.Today, there are many options for printing but rotary printing still leads the market. The advantage of Rotary Printing. Produce vivid colors and intricate designs. Produces crisp lines. The inks penetrate the fabric and holds color better and longer than digital printing. Allows for large quantities of goods to be produced. Production speeds of presses vary based on the complexity of the design, the type of material, and the ink or chemistry used. Used in many industries, including: clothing, medical devices, printed electronics, and textile fabrics, and more. CONTACT US for more information or products. 2021 / 08 / 02 HWAFUNE Newsletter no.8 The Secret of Athletes. The Tokyo Olympics Game is raising the passion of everyone in the world. Have you ever noticed the outfit of athletes?The functional sportwear is designed for the better performance of. One of the most famous is the Vaporfly Next% series of Nike. Moisture absorbing and quick dry The most important function of sportswear is moisture control. Moisture absorbing and quick drying fabrics ensure that the sportswear can cope with various exercise intensities and environments. The effects of different yarns and fabrics are very different. The main purpose of moisture control Thermoregulation Control the weight of sweat accumulated in the garment Reduce blisters and inflammation when the skin becomes damp Reduce the reproduction of microorganisms. Although it’s difficult to go to Tokyo this year, through the TV broadcast, we may see some points that have not been noticed in the past. 2021 / 07 / 28 Recycle Membrane| Hwa Fune eco series. Textiles for recycling are generated from two primary sources. These sources include: •Post-consumer, including garments, vehicle upholstery, household items and others. •Pre-consumer, including scrap created as a by-product from yarn and fabric manufacture, as well as the post-industrial scrap textiles from other industries. RECYCLED PU MEMBRANE Produced by recycled consumer waste replacing petrochemical materials, it is easy to bond with any eco-friendly fabrics. It performs comparable tear strength and durability, with high function on waterproof and breathable. WP/MVP: 30K/30K Elasticity: 200% Embrittlement point: - 40° RECYCLED TPU MEMBRANE TPU Eco-friendly features: It can be decomposed naturally within 5-10 years if buried in soil. It can be recycled and made into other products. TPU membrane do not discharge harmful substances. Not only the raw materials, but also processing to finished products. It’s friendly to the environment, does not pose a threat to human health, and conforms to the global environmental protection trend. WP/MVP: 15K/15K Elasticity: 220% Embrittlement point: - 40° Fluocarbon-free DWR with Recycle TPU GRS. Recycle TPU membrane can maintain the high function and also protect environment. W-4524-L05 41%POLY 59%POLY RECYCLE OXFORD F.C.DWR10/70~80%, WP 15,000 m/m, MVP 15,000 g/m2/24hr Weight: 188 GSM ±5% Recycle nylon& Recycle PU W-5003-L03 uses waste glass from mobile phone lens and combines it with PU through nano-process. W-5003-L03 100%NYLON RECYCLE DOBBY F.C.DWR20/70~80%, WP 10,000 m/m, MVP 10,000 g/m2/24hr Weight: 124 GSM ±5% CONTACT US for more information or products. 2021 / 07 / 23 Bio Membrane| Hwa Fune eco series. Most everyday consumer and industrial products are made using non-renewable resources, such as petrochemicals. The overuse of these finite resources is not sustainable. Biomass products use naturally-derived glucose instead of petroleum feedstocks. Reducing the use of fossil fuels can not only reduce greenhouse gas production, but also allow products to decompose naturally and return to nature. Reduce greenhouse gases by more than 40% Non-renewable energy use about 45% less Process Technology Harvest Renewably sourced feedstocks are harvested, dried and then wet-milled to create a range of carbohydrate rich feedstocks such as glucose. Fermentation Glucose is converted into 1,3 Propanediol using a patented microorganism under exact temperatures and conditions. Refining The 1,3 Propanediol is refined to a final purity of 99.7% by deactivating and removing the microorganism, water, and other byproducts. W-4846-L08 97%Bio Nylon 3%Spandex DobbyF.C.DWR10/70~80%, WP20,000m/m, MVP15,000g/m2/24hr DuPont B20W Susterra W-3357-1-T115 100%F.D.Nylon OxfordW/R, WP25,000m/m, MVP15,000g/m2/24hr 3LL/ DuPont B20W Susterra information source: DuPont Susterra Website CONTACT US for more information or products. 2021 / 07 / 16 LDWR (Long Durable Water Repellent) LDWR is Hwa Fune's original Formula which enables the fabric to become Long Durable Water Repellent.It's a DWR solution that lasts longer and has abrasion-resistant performance. We Guarantee spray test 80% after 30 times washes. Even pass 80% after 50 or 100 washes. We Guarantee spray test 80% after 30 times continuous hydration for 30 minutes. We Guarantee spray test 80% after 30 times 9KPA abrasion for 1000 rub. LDWR Advantages •All fabric is workable •Abrasion-resistance •Oil-repellence(C6) •None white chalk •None formaldehyde CONTACT US for more information or products. 2021 / 07 / 08 UMORFIL® Fiber| Hwa Fune eco series. UMORFIL® Technology is founded in 2012. Its name originates from the combination of Latin “Umor” and French “Fil”. Umor means moisture and fil means yarn. UMORFIL® Story “Behind the ingredient-UMORFIL® Technology” Respecting nature life by bringing circular economy concept into textile material. Let textile contribute to solve environmental problems and remain its original beauty. UMORFIL® bionic fiber series are all designed and made in Taiwan. UMORFIL® Technology Sparkles at skin friendly features, UMORFIL® bionic fiber has passed medical level of skin sensitization/ irritation testing (ISO 10993). Well performance relates with denim, outwear, home textile, wadding and shoes products. Decrease the use of auxiliary chemical. The original properties will last after washing. CONTACT US for more information or products. Information source: https://www.umorfil.com/index.html 1 2 3 4 5