The analysis of the seam strength characteristics of the PES‐PTFE air‐jet‐textured sewing threads

Abstract

Purpose

The goal of the research presented is to analyse seam strength properties of polyester and polyester‐polytetrafluoroethylene air‐jet textured sewing threads.

Design/methodology/approach

These threads are designed for sewing various garments and are manufactured by the Department of Textile Technology at Kaunas University of Technology. Manufacturing parameters are varied during air‐jet‐texturing, which includes air pressure, effect and core yarns overfeed. Tensile tests of sewing threads and seams strength tests are performed.

Findings

They indicate that the strength of seams depends on the properties of sewing threads.

Originality/value

Analysis of the seam strength of PES‐PTFE air‐jet‐textured sewing threads.

Citation

Jonaitienė, V. and Stanys, S. (2005), "The analysis of the seam strength characteristics of the PES‐PTFE air‐jet‐textured sewing threads", International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, Vol. 17 No. 3/4, pp. 264-271. https://doi.org/10.1108/09556220510590966