Method and apparatus for the application of textile treatment compositions to textile materials

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PATENT NO 5709910
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08554127

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A system for applying textile treatment compositions to textile materials. A conduit member is provided which includes a passageway having a first end, a second end, and a medial portion with a constricted (narrowed) region. The passageway may include at least one baffle having an opening therethrough. A yarn strand is then moved through the passageway. A textile treatment composition (a sizing agent or dye) dissolved in a carrier medium (a supercritical fluid or liquified gas) is thereafter introduced into the constricted region, preferably at an acute angle relative to the passageway. The carrier medium expands inside the passageway which causes delivery of the treatment composition to the yarn. The treated yarn then passes through the baffle (if used) which facilitates drying of the yarn. During this process, a carrier gas can be introduced into the passageway to ensure the production of a smooth, dry product.

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LOCKHEED IDAHO TECHNOLOGIES COP O BOX 1625 IDAHO FALLS ID 83414

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Argyle, Mark D Idaho Falls, ID 7 69
Propp, William Alan Idaho Falls, ID 1 31

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