TITLE:
Effect of Ecocell™ Fiber Blends on Comfort Performance in Sustainable Clothing Production
AUTHORS:
Esin Volkan Yıldırım, Bekir Cenkkut Gültekin, Özlem Tektaş Çelikkanat, Nursema Pala Avcı, Emine Dilara Koçak
KEYWORDS:
Ecocell Fibers, Knitted Fabrics, Comfort Properties, MVTR, Air Permeability, Thermal Resistance, Bursting Strength
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Textile Science and Technology,
Vol.11 No.3,
August
14,
2025
ABSTRACT: In this study, single jersey, interlock, and 1x1 rib knitted fabric structures were produced using yarns composed of EcocelTM fibers blended in varying proportions with cotton and polyester (PET) fibers. The primary comfort and performance parameters of knitted fabrics made from varying ratios of EcocelTM, cotton, and PET—including bursting strength, thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, air permeability, abrasion resistance, dimensional stability, and moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR)—were examined. The results indicated that EcocelTM-containing knitted fabrics demonstrated superior performance, particularly in terms of air permeability, thermal resistance, and moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR). In terms of abrasion resistance and bursting strength, the PET-containing blends (70% EcocelTM/30% PET and 67% EcocelTM/33% PET) exhibited enhanced mechanical performance. However, these blends showed lower air permeability and moisture transfer values. In dimensional stability tests, 100% PET structures exhibited minimal deformation after washing, whereas increasing the cellulosic content led to greater shrinkage. For comfort-related properties that require durability, PET/EcocelTM fiber blends may be considered preferable.