One of the most important developments in spinning man- made fibers is the technology of microdeniers where continuous filament fibers emerge from a spinnerette less than one denier per filament in...
In the United States and Canada, the weight, in pounds, of a ream (500 sheets) of paper cut to the basic size. Also called ream weight and substance weight (sub weight). In countries using ISO paper...
High loft is a term used in textiles to describe a type of fabric or batting that is characterized by its thickness and insulating properties. It is commonly used in products such as bedding,...
The resulting opening of the weave when fabric lacks the tensile strength to prevent shifting at the seams. When you apply force, the yarns in the fabric slip to open up the weave, but not the seam...
Artificial laminate is a term used in the textile industry to describe a type of fabric that is made by bonding together two or more layers of material using heat, pressure, or an adhesive. This...