Important abbreviation of textile engineering

Important  abbreviation of textile engineering

 

1. .        . AATCC = American Association of Textile Chemicals and Colourists.
   2.      AAMA = American Apparel Manufacturers Association.
   3.      AAQC = American Association of Quality Control.
   4.      AAMA = American Apparel Manufacturing Corporation.
   5.      ATC = Acceptance Tolerance Chart.
   6.      BGMEA = Bangladesh Garments Manufacturer’s and Exporter’s Association.

Importance of heat setting

Heat set procedure of polyester fabric:

The process of heat setting is used to stabilize yarn twist, removing residual shrinkage, increase wrinkle resistance and obtain durable pleat. Polyester may shrink 7% at boil and even more at higher temperature.

The importance of heat setting:

1.     To modify crystalline structure.

2.     To improve dimensional stability.

3.     To resist