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Our Wiki provides clear, structured and reliable technical information on sewing and embroidery threads, materials, applications and performance characteristics. Explore detailed definitions, process explanations and foundational knowledge.

Seam haptics

Seam haptics refers to the tactile perception or feel of a seam. There are objective measurement methods for assessing textile surfaces, but not for seams. Seams are…

Seam elongation

Seam elongation refers to the elasticity and stretching behaviour of a seam when subjected to tensile stress along the seam. It is primarily determined by the thread…

Seam stability

Seam stability describes a seam’s ability to resist slippage and tensile stress without opening or tearing.

Storage

Explore how proper storage conditions protect sewing and embroidery thread quality, performance, and durability. Learn how temperature, humidity, light, and packaging…

Sewability

Discover how sewability influences sewing efficiency, stitch formation, and machine performance in industrial production. Learn how thread properties, lubrication, and…

Shrinkage

Learn how sewing thread shrinkage affects seam appearance, dimensional stability, and garment quality after washing and finishing. Discover how shrinkage behavior…

Strength

Learn how sewing thread strength influences seam durability, sewing performance, and resistance to mechanical stress. Discover the importance of tensile strength, loop…

Sewing thread selection

Explore how sewing thread selection affects seam appearance, comfort, durability, sewability, and cost efficiency in overedging applications. Learn how different thread…

Selection of processing parameters

Learn how stitch density, seam width, thread balance, and machine settings influence overedging quality and sewing performance. Discover how optimized processing…