Abstract: A metalized fabric and method for metallization of fabric. The fabric is formed using two threads with different affinities for metallization, but which threads are not metalized prior to forming into the fabric. The threads will typically be woven using an unbalanced weave to provide one side of the fabric with a resultant greater amount of metallization than the other but this is not required. Once the resultant fabric is metalized, it will typically be more suitable for consistent color dying than fabric which was formed from both metalized and unmetallized threads.

Abstract: A metalized fabric and method for metallization of fabric. The fabric is formed using two threads with different affinities for metallization, but which threads are not metalized prior to forming into the fabric. The threads will typically be woven using an unbalanced weave to provide one side of the fabric with a resultant greater amount of metallization than the other but this is not required. Once the resultant fabric is metalized, it will typically be more suitable for consistent color dying than fabric which was formed from both metalized and unmetallized threads.

Abstract: System and methods that enables fabric to be metalized and dyed to reach final colors that were previously unobtainable. The systems and methods relate to processes for controlling the color of metalized fabrics. Specifically, for some embodiments, the systems and methods relate to methods of making metalized fabrics that are lighter in color than prior metalized fabrics. Such fabrics may be printed on or dyed using lighter colors than would be possible when using prior metalized fabrics. The systems and methods herein may include dye baths and wash baths that are hotter than prior art processes.

Abstract: A metalized fabric and method for metallization of fabric. The fabric is formed using two threads with different affinities for metallization, but which threads are not metalized prior to forming into the fabric. The threads will typically be woven using an unbalanced weave to provide one side of the fabric with a resultant greater amount of metallization than the other but this is not required. Once the resultant fabric is metalized, it will typically be more suitable for consistent color dying than fabric which was formed from both metalized and unmetallized threads.

Abstract: A method of producing synthetic threads and yarns which utilize a multicomponent structure having silver in an external sheath. The threads and yarns are then texturized via a false-twist process to increase the amount of silver available at the exterior surfaces of the threads and yarns. The resultant yarns and threads are also provided.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods of controlling the temperature of printing ink or paint in a pad printing apparatus are described. The apparatus comprise temperature control elements that are connected to a chiller unit. Temperature sensors on a support plate or ink cup, or both monitor the temperature of the ink cup and/or ink. As the temperature of the ink in an ink cup rises due to ambient air temperature in the working environment, a chill medium is applied to the support plate, ink cup, ink or any combination thereof to cool the temperature of the ink thereby reducing evaporation of solvents in the ink to maintain a relatively constant ink viscosity.