Elastics
Elastic fabrics were invented by Englishman Thomas Hancock who in 1820 patented elastic fastenings for gloves, suspenders and stockings. He invented the masticator machine which helped to conserve rubber but did not patent this until 1837 and until then referred to the machine only as ‘pickle’ so that no one would know what it was!
The Korbond range of elastic has been developed to provide high ‘memory’ and low ‘shrinkage' so it will not lose its shape or strength. Korbond 6mm braided elastic, often used in underwear and socks, has exceptional memory and has been manufactured to withstand frequent washing. Korbond 12mm & 20mm woven elastics, which remain at a constant width even when stretched, will not unravel when cut and with these features can be utilised in a number of applications.