Yarn
Yarn count, fibre content and blend are selected for the intended use.
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Capabilities
The production flow through yarn selection, knitting, dyeing, finishing, printing and laboratory departments.
Knitting
Machine gauge, knit structure and target weight are adjusted during sampling.
Dyeing
The approved lab dip is transferred to production with a recorded recipe and lot tracking.
Finishing
Width, weight, shrinkage and hand feel are checked through stenter and compactor settings.
Printing
Artwork, colour separation, fabric base and print method are reviewed together.
Laboratory
Shade, weight, shrinkage and fastness are checked on samples and production lots.