Ball blast effect uses thermocol balls treated with hypochlorite solution and calcium carbonate powder to produce localized abrasion and aesthetic changes on garment surfaces. The process involves filling a drum washer 3/4 full with treated thermocol balls, adding a dilute active substance solution, then calcium carbonate powder to form a pasty mass. Dry garments are then added and tumbled for 10-30 minutes to achieve the desired bleach effect or color cut. The garments can then be given antichlor treatment or simply washed and dried.

2.
Ball blast effect is localized abrasion/bleaching and
aesthetic changes on the surface of the dry garment.
In most cases thermocol balls of varying sizes, which
are preferably treated with hypochlorite solution &
Calcium carbonate powder, are used for blast effects.
In similar way for achieving other aesthetic look
hypochlorite can be replaced by any suitable
oxidizing or reducing agent to achieve variation in
color cut.

3. Application:
Drum washer is filled with ¾ of its capacity with
thermocol balls. Dilute solution of active substance
is poured over it and drum is rotated followed by
addition of Calcium carbonate powder which forms
a pasty mass on the thermocol ball, once this is
done drum is loaded with dry garments and run for
10-30 mins depending on level of bleach
effect/color cut required. In case of Ultrafresh-MG
only product is used and no calcium carbonate is
added.
After achieving the required effect the garment may
be given antichlor treatment or simply washed and
dried.

4. Description:
It is powder bleaching composition for fading and other special effect on cellulosic
fabric. It is non-aqueous system designed to produce washed out look.
Properties:
Appearance : Purple powder
Chemical nature : Semectite clay & alkali metal salt
pH : 7 ±1
Storage : Has to be stored in sealed containers to
prevent powder from drying out and becoming
dusty. It has to be stored in sealed and dark
containers in a cool environment, because it
decomposes under influence of light, elevated
temperatures & oxygen from the air.
A powdered product used to produce unique bleach finishes

5. Features:
Used for finishes on denim such as French Frost, ice wash, white wash,
snow wash and acid wash.
Also used to achieve a ‘worn’ appearance on light weight garments like
fleece and T-shirts
Can be used at different dosages to obtain many finishes.
Gives very good ocean wash effect on corduroy fabric
It is non-aqueous method for fading a previously dyed denim fabric. When
use suitably it can achieve the following effect:
 Cracked look
 Ice look
 Bright white look
 Black sky look

6. Handling recommendations:
When working with this product, as such or on the machines, the use of mouth
protection is recommended to avoid inhalation of dust. The use of gloves and protective
goggles is also recommended. Direct contact with skin or eyes may cause irritation. If
this occurs, flush thoroughly with a gentle stream of water for 15 mins.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Mop up small spill or absorb it on inert
material. Confine and collect large spill. Disposal of this material, its mixtures, rinsing
and spill residues must be in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

7. Application:
Ball Blast effect:
Drum washer is filled with ¾ of its capacity with thermocol balls of
varying sizes. Balls are wetted with adding little quantity of water & then
Ultrafresh-MG , 15-30% owg is sprinkled over it and drum is rotated for
5-7 mins so that it forms a pasty mass on the thermocol ball, once this is
done drum is loaded with dry garments and run for 30-45 mins
depending on level of bleach effect/color cut required.
Transfer to washer. Fill with water
Add 2-3% owg Quench PN & run for 20-30 mins
Add 1% acetic acid & run for 5-10 mins
Check that all potassium permanganate has been reduced; take sample
of bath water [100 ml] and add a few grains of ocean magic powder. If the
pink color remains, more Quench PN is required. If the solution turns
clear, then proceed
Drain & Rinse twice & soften as usual

8. Key points:
Machine capacity 30-60% for a rotary tumbler, depending upon effect.
If Ultrafresh-MG is used in a washing machine where the barrel has perforations,
then the perforations must be sealed to prevent loss of powder and inconsistent
results. This can be done with for example temporary boards of Teflon or contact
paper
Processing time with Ultrafresh-MG should be kept constant from load to load to
minimize variations
To aid the process, weights such as balls, plastic tubing, hockey pucks or similar
items can be added to the load. Balls are very effective at ratio 5:1 or 10:1 of garments
to weight
The removal of brown color and remaining product is essential to prevent
discoloration (yellowing). To check that the neutralization is sufficient, take a sample
of the wash liquor before draining and sprinkle a few grains of powder on the surface.
If the solution remains pink, then the neutralization is insufficient. Add more Quench
PN and run for 5 mins more. Check again.

9.  Cracked look
 Ice look
 Bright white look
 Black sky look
 Two shaded or ocean wash look
on Garment sweaters & terry
towel

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