Scouring removes impurities from textiles before bleaching, dyeing, and printing. Textiles contain natural, added, and accidental impurities like oils and dirt. Scouring converts fatty substances into soluble salts with alkali treatment
Finishing converts woven or knitted cloth into usable material after dyeing. Greige cloth contains impurities and requires further treatment. Finishing adds value and improves product appearance and functionality
KL 624/625 machines for heavy fabrics like transport belts and tire cords. PFAFF 333/335 machines for tacking and basting of jackets and leather goods. PFAFF 337 machines with drop feed for sleeves on jackets
Thread needle with two times the amount needed for safety. Cut thread with sharp scissors and lick the end. Poke needle through wrong side of fabric and pull thread through. Make first stitch by pulling thread through fabric until resistance. Keep stitches in straight line following dashed pattern
Garments dyeing involves coloring fully made apparel products after manufacturing. Post-dying has become popular due to cost savings and market demand
Stenter is the most expensive fabric drying and finishing machine. Consists of two chains 40-60m long with pins for fabric holding. Operates at speeds from 10 to 100m/min depending on fabric type