CMF (Colour, Material & Finish) innovation for leather and fabrics is a complex process involving several aspects, including the integrated consideration and innovation of colour, material and finish processes. The following is a detailed analysis of CMF innovation for leather and fabrics:
Colour Innovation:
Multi-dimensional colour expression can be achieved through the use of advanced dyeing techniques. For example, LumoMesh uses waterless dyeing technology, which not only reduces water consumption, but also brings 360-degree colour expression.
The light-painted vegan leather material can instantly change colour under UV light, providing new imaginative space for mobile phone design.
Material Innovation:
The application of environmentally friendly materials is an important current trend. For example, SAIC Volkswagen Automobile Co., Ltd. uses cornstalk microfibre material in its Touguan L model, which is not only environmentally friendly, but also replaces traditional leather seats and upholstery.
Ultrafabrics has launched Volar bio, a bio-based animal skin substitute made from plant-based materials that is strong, wash-resistant and has the look and feel of leather.
Ming Sun fully vegetable-tanned leather uses natural residues as tanning agents and softeners, reflecting a back-to-nature philosophy.
The surface treatment process is innovative:
The inlay design of knitted and leather fabrics not only enhances the functionality and aesthetics of the bags, but also adds comfort.
The application of cross-border design makes leather products injected with more cultural elements and artistic flavour, thus broadening the creative space of designers.
Functionality and environmental protection combined:
Anti-bacterial, anti-virus and stain-resistant properties are also one of the important directions of CMF innovation. For example, certain fabrics can be enhanced with special treatments to enhance these features.
The trend towards recycled bio-based leather will continue to drive the market, with plant-based recycled leathers being used in a number of brands in recent years.
Process development and innovation:
CMF design involves two main categories, moulding processes and surface treatment processes, both of which can be innovated simultaneously or independently. For example, the leather forming process includes a series of processes such as fat scraping and meat removal, hair removal, grey dipping, softening, tanning, etc., which finally make the leather become smooth and spreading, plump and soft.
To sum up, CMF innovation for leather and fabrics covers a full range of exploration and application from colour, material to surface treatment process. Through continuous technical innovation and cross-border cooperation, leather and fabric design not only meets the market demand, but also promotes the sustainable development of the industry.
