Manmade Textiles
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Die Swell in Melt Spinning | Flow Instabilities Part 1
What is Die Swell? When a polymer is pushed through a spinneret (a tool with small holes) under pressure, part…
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Benefits and Drawbacks of Textured Yarns
Textured yarns are valued for their bulk, elasticity, enhanced cover, drape, warmth, versatility, visual appeal, reduced wrinkling, and moisture management.…
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Classification of Textured Yarns
Textured yarns can be classified by their bulk and elastic recovery into stretched, modified stretched, and bulked yarns, each produced…
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What is Texturing/Texturising/Texturizing?
Texturing, or texturizing, involves introducing permanent crimps, curls, and loops into continuous filaments to impart luxurious bulk, moisture, and softness,…
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What is Flat Yarn and What are the Drawbacks of Flat Yarns?
Flat yarns are straight and smooth, leading to discomfort, poor moisture regain, and static charge issues. These properties make them…
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Understanding Thermoplastic and Thermoset Fibres
The difference between thermoplastic and thermoset fibres lies in their reaction to heat. Thermoplastic fibres, like polyester and nylon, soften…
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Different forms of Polyester
Polyester is a versatile synthetic fibre with multiple forms tailored for diverse uses. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is the most common,…
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Heat Setting of Synthetic Filament Yarn
Heat setting is a thermal process that stabilizes filament yarns, enhancing their dimensional stability, texture, and appearance. The process involves…
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Melt Spinning Process | Advantages and Disadvantages of Melt Spinning
What is Melt Spinning Process? Melt spinning is one of the most convenient and economic method of manufacturing polymeric/synthetic fibres.…
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