Essays about: "yarn"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 63 essays containing the word yarn.

  1. 1. Risk assessment of non-intentionally added substances in polyester yarn made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Kristina Arnqvist; [2023]
    Keywords : r-PET; polyester yarn; NIAS; risk assessment;

    Abstract : Polyester is a synthetic material made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is synthesised from fossil raw materials. Many clothing manufacturers are using polyester in their clothing, which, from an environmental perspective, creates a non-sustainable cycle. READ MORE

  3. 2. 3D Knit fabrics : optimizing spacer knit fabrics for comfort and breathability in infant products

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Julia Svensson; Hanna Halldorf; [2023]
    Keywords : Spacer fabric; knitting; warp knit; circular knit; textile testing; ProCad Warpknit; infant product; comfort; mechanical properties.;

    Abstract : In this study we looked into an existing textile baby stroller seat and investigated whether there can be any advantage in changing the material to a spacer fabric from perspectives such as functionality, comfort, and sustainability. The subject of 3D knitting, and advanced knitting is being researched more and more because of its versatility in producing and changing parameters of knitted high quality products, but there is a lack of studies done on comfort for children when it comes to knitted spacer fabrics and not many studies have been done on spacer fabrics used for baby seats in strollers or other types of seats for children. READ MORE

  4. 3. Impact of Organic Solvent Treatments on Physical and Sensorial Properties of Knitted Fabrics.

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Sara Isabel Zamora Lagos; [2023]
    Keywords : Innovation; Screen-printing; Knitted fabric; Polyester; Cotton; Organic Solvents; Cycle; Properties; Physical; Structure; Sensorial.;

    Abstract : Technologies that facilitate reusing and recycling printed textile products will contribute to achieving a circular textile industry. This project was done in collaboration with Vividye, a company developing a technology to create removable textile prints to be able to extend the lifespan of screen-printed textile products without affecting their quality. READ MORE

  5. 4. Automation of yarnpick : Evaluating a cobots effectiveness for pick and place operations in a textile industry

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

    Author : Adam Hallin; [2023]
    Keywords : Cobot; Automation; Textile; industry; Ergonomics; Simulations; Automatisering; Textil; Industri; Ergonomi; Simuleringar;

    Abstract : Repetitive, strenuous and heavy lifting are working conditions many companies have a hard time to eliminate. Such is the case for the textile company, AB Ludvig Svensson. A big part of the production at the factory is unpacking, loading, unloading and just moving lots of rolls of yarn daily. READ MORE

  6. 5. Sustainability transition in the fashion industry : A multi-case study of manufacturers in the Prato textile Industrial District (Italy).

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Sophie Enegbuma; Mirlinda Kreci; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability transition; Organizational change; Network theory; Triple bottom line; Fashion Industry; Drivers Barriers; CSR.;

    Abstract : The fashion industry, the world's third-largest manufacturing sector, is a complex network involvingcreation, production, distribution, and consumption of fashion products. Despite extensive research onsustainable transitions in supply chains, little attention has been given to the role of supply chain actorsin sustainability, especially yarn mills and manufacturers. READ MORE