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Special finishing process

Explore finishing processes used to optimize sewing thread smoothness, appearance, sewability, and durability. Learn how finishing treatments improve industrial sewing…

Sewing thread construction explained: types, properties and applications

While the construction of the yarns individually determines the type of sewing thread, twist, ply, and cord define general construction parameters for all sewing threads.…

Seam quality explained: criteria, characteristics and performance

The term “quality” indicates the extent to which a product meets specific requirements. In the general understanding of quality in the sewing industry, seam quality is…

Sewing thread numbering explained: Tex, Nm, denier and ticket numbers

Discover textile numbering systems used for sewing and embroidery threads, including Tex, Nm, denier, and ticket numbers. Learn how thread size, linear density, and…

Sewing thread quality characteristics explained: properties and performance

Discover the key quality characteristics of industrial sewing and embroidery threads, including strength, elasticity, abrasion resistance, shrinkage, lubrication, and…

Sewing thread make-ups explained: spool types, make-ups and applications

In order to optimally support the sewability of sewing threads and embroidery threads, it is particularly important to design the make-up appropriately. There are a…

Sewing thread care explained: washing, ironing and care properties

Everything you need to know about textile care, sewing thread performance, colour fastness and dimensional stability.