Introduction to Textiles

Rakhi Mital

Textiles Fundamental Basic Terms

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Fiber- • Any Substance, Natural or Man made ,with a – High length to Width ratio.. And with ..Suitable characteristics…for being processed into FABRIC..

• SMALLEST COMPONENT- Hair-like in nature that can be separated from Fabric.

Yarn- An Assemblage of Fibers –Twisted or Laid together..

to form Continuous Strand ------can be laid into Textile Fabric

Textiles Fundamental Basic Terms

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Fabric-

Flexible planar Substance Constructed from Solution, Fibers, Yarns in

any combination.

Textile- Term ONLY Applied to Wovens..initially… NOW TO- also.. Fibers, Yarns, Fabric Or Products made from…. Fibers, Yarns, Fabric

Gray/Grey/ Greige—Goods– Any fabric that has NOT BEEN FINISHED.

Textiles Fundamental Basic Terms

PROBLEMS--- DUE to New DevelopmentS………..Items Look –Alike.

Knitted fabrics Look Like ---- ----Wovens

Vinyl & Polyurethane Look Like ---- Leather

Acrylic & Polyester Look Like ---- Wool…

Cotton Look Like ----–Polyester blends of Polyester/Cotton.

Govt. & Industry INITIATIVES…• Set Standards• Quality Control Programs• Federal law Informs Consumers About –fiber content - care requirements - proper labeling, -fair trade practices…ETC

Textiles Industry…

Diversity in Textiles..

PERSONAL HYGIENE TRANSPORTATION ENVIORMENT MEDICAL

Tooth & hair brush Tire cord Erosion barrier Support wraps

Make-up brushes Bicyle helmets Drainage screens Surgical masks

Feminine hygiene products Seat belts + air bags Air & water filters Sutures

Dental floss Brake Linings Weed Control barriers Bandages/Gloves

Incontinence pads Intereiors of cars, planes… Shore protectors Filters

FOOD ANIMAL CARE AGRICULTURE PROTECTITIVE GEAR

Bags & sacks Blankets Bags & sacks Bullet resistant Vests

Coffee filters Pet bed liners Ropes Heat& fire resistant suits

Tea Bags   Hoses & belts Chemical resistant Gloves

Packaging materials   Plant Covers & tree wraps  

SPORTS & RECREATION MANUFACTURED GOODS MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS BUILDING MATERIALS

Helmet liners Conveyer Belts Banners & flags Insulation

String of rackets carpet backing Candle Wick Covers for wiring

Tents Wipes Book Bindings Venetion Blinds

Back packs Paint rollers Felt Tip pens Awnings

life jackets   Lampshades Wall coverings

Fishing line & nets   Sandbags Moisture barriers

Artifical playing surfaces   Mops & dusting Cloth Pool liners & covers

       

Product Development

Product Development…. Could be of –

• Furnishings- new Design for Office furnishings

• Selecting Fabric for Apparel- Creating fabric

• New Style- Design New Apparel

• Modify Current style- Like Denim

• Modifying Competitors style

Role of - Product Development -TEAM

For..Product Development….

RESPONSIBILITY OF- PD TEAM.

-Knowledge of Product Characteristics Appeal to specific Target Market. CONSUMER TASTE-Market Research – Identifying CONSUMER… (what like, how live, where shop…) CONSUMER?-Knowing how to Produce Item …Meet Consumers DEMAND CONSUMER DEMAND-Knowledge of Yarn, fiber fabric Type Weight , finishes etc…For Product Serviceablity..CONSUMER USE

Product Development-----INVOLVES Many PeopleIdentifying Consumers Expectations… with specialized knowledge.

Like…PD Specialists + Designers + Merchandisers

Role..of..Product Development..TEAM

What is… Serviceability ?

Use these Concepts--• Aesthetics• Durability• Comfort• Safety• Appearance• Care• Environmental Impact• Cost

Serviceability- describesMeasure of Textile Product’s ABILITY to meet Consumers NEEDS

to --Relate to Textile--- characteristics and Performance…

What is Performance ?Manner in which Textile (product) /Textile component…………………

responds to Use OR responds to Environmental Factor that might ..Adversely..Affect it.

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PRODUCT QUALITY..-

Important DIMENSION…in

Competitive Global market..

Importance to

Develop Professional Knowledge in Textiles

Knowledge of –Textile …

• Ensures..Better Selection of Textile..• Understands its Limitation• Better Product Development for Specific use… Satisfied user…