Functional advantages of silicone coating and printing on elastic materials
The silicone coating for ribbons and fabrics is an advanced technology that integrates technical and aesthetic functionality on elastic and synthetic substrates.
MAB offers a silicone coating service for fabrics and ribbons, entirely carried out in-house using high-precision 3D screen-printing systems, both step-by-step and continuous.
This process allows the application of customizable silicone thicknesses, textures, and patterns, while maintaining full compatibility with the material’s flexibility, breathability, and mechanical stability.
The MAB's process
Collection of requirements (grip, application areas, silicone coating thickness), performance targets, and production constraints.
Selection of elastic fabrics or ribbons (PA/PES with elastomer) suitable for coating, and surface preparation for adhesion.
The operation is integrated according to MAB’s certified process standards.
Prototype tests on finished products through starter packs and dedicated samples to validate grip and hand feel before production.
Development of the functional design (anti-slip areas, textures) and definition of 3D silicone screen-printing parameters using skin-friendly silicone.
Standard “essential” patterns are also available.
Application of the silicone coating on ribbons and fabrics using specific frames, cylinders, or extrusion systems, fully integrated into our vertical production flow.
Controlled fixation of the silicone coating to ensure mechanical stability and wash resistance over time, using infrared lamps and industrial ovens.
Dimensional, adhesion, and uniformity testing with full batch traceability for silicone-coated fabrics and ribbons intended for industrial production.
Customized packaging (rolls or folded boxes) and delivery of all related documentation — technical data sheets and process notes.
MAB’s added value in silicone coating for ribbons and fabrics
Technical expertise
With certified experience in processing technical ribbons and fabrics, MAB manages every stage of silicone coating and printing — from pattern design to material compatibility — with absolute precision.
Process integration
Thanks to in-house vertical Made in Italy production, we apply silicone coating to elastic fabrics and ribbons directly in line with dyeing, cutting, and finishing stages, ensuring short lead times and full traceability.
Collaborative approach
We work in co-design with clients, analyzing functional needs (grip, thickness, visual design), proposing tailor-made solutions, and providing custom samples and starter packs for real-condition testing.
Control and reliability
Every batch undergoes abrasion, adhesion, grip, and finish tests.
We guarantee visual and mechanical uniformity even on complex productions, providing complete technical documentation and traceability throughout the supply chain.
Precision and traceability in silicone coating of ribbons and fabrics
Every stage of the silicone coating process is monitored to ensure maximum aesthetic and functional repeatability.
Application takes place through high-precision 3D screen-printing systems, with strict control over transfer accuracy, adhesion, and texture definition.
We perform internal tests on elasticity, peel resistance, and wash durability, verifying compatibility of the silicone-treated fabrics and ribbons with the base materials and customer specifications. The process is fully traceable and integrated into our vertical manufacturing, ensuring visual coherence, technical performance, and reliable delivery times.
This technology is particularly appreciated in the sportswear, technical lingerie, and functional accessories sectors, where silicone coating of elastic fabrics and ribbons provides localized grip, anti-slip effect, and superior durability even under extreme usage conditions.