These are shedding, picking, and beating-up. Minor motions on looms are the take-up, let-off, and pattern. The first three motions are linked together as follows:
a. Shedding Motion: The...
Also called gassing, singeing is a process applied to both yarns and fabrics to produce an even surface by burning off projecting fibres, yarn ends, and fuzz. This is accomplished by passing the...
Loom state is a term commonly used in the textile industry to describe the condition of a fabric immediately after it is woven on a loom but before any finishing processes have been applied. It...
Jockstraps, also known as athletic supporters, are men's undergarments for use in sports and other activities. The typical jockstrap consists of an elastic waistband with a support pouch for the...
Downproof is a term used in the textile industry to describe a fabric's ability to prevent the escape of down feathers or fill from bedding, garments, or other textile products. It refers to a...