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  A. BCF Nylon Carpet - EF Contract, Mannington, Patcraft Carpets made with BCF (Bulk Continuous Filament) nylon, as those sold by EF Contract, Mannington, and Patcraft, are well known for their strength, resilience, and visual adaptability. These carpets, which are made from long, continuous strands of nylon fibers, offer a durable option for high-traffic areas without sacrificing style. Usually, nylon is extruded into continuous filaments during the production process, which are subsequently tufted or woven into a carpet structure. Creative design options are made possible by the large variety of colors and textures that BCF nylon carpets come in. Additionally, to increase their lifetime and simplicity of care, they are frequently treated with coatings that are resistant to stains. Because of its high fiber content and superior resistance to deterioration, BCF nylon is a great option for commercial settings where both fashion and functionality.  B. Wool - Masland, Fabrica, N...

Blog 10 Wall to wall tufted carpet- Masland, EF Contract Wall-to-wall tufted carpets, such as those from Masland and EF Contract, are created by a machine that punches yarn fibers through a backing material, typically made of polypropylene. This process forms rows of loops that can either be cut to produce a soft, plush surface or left looped for a more durable texture, the choice on which one to pick is based on functionality and style preferences. The most common fibers used in tufted carpets are nylon, polyester, and polypropylene, with nylon being the most popular because of its high durability. The yarn tufts can be all different lengths, this allows for different looks, from low-profile carpets to lush, thick options. The polypropylene backing not only adds stability but also offers moisture resistance, making these carpets both comfortable and practical for various spaces.   Carpet tile- EF Contract, Mannington, Patcraft Carpet tiles from brands like EF Contract, M...

  BCF Nylon Carpet - EF Contract, Mannington, Patcraft BCF (Bulk Continuous Filament) nylon carpets from brands like EF Contract, Mannington, and Patcraft are engineered for durability and performance, making them ideal for high-traffic commercial environments. The construction process involves extruding long strands of nylon that are woven or tufted into carpets, resulting in a dense, resilient surface that withstands wear and tear. The fiber content typically includes a high percentage of nylon, known for its exceptional strength, stain resistance, and ease of maintenance. These carpets are available in various styles and colors, allowing designers to create versatile spaces without compromising durability. Wool - Masland, Fabrica, Nature’s Carpet Wool carpets from Masland, Fabrica, and Nature’s Carpet are celebrated for their natural beauty and sustainability, offering a luxurious feel along with exceptional performance. The construction of wool carpets often involves spinn...

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How to Make Cotton Yarn  The process of turning plant or animal fibers into yarn has ancient origins, starting with primitive spindles around 500 BC in India, leading to the development of spinning wheels. Today, factories use automated machines for production. The process begins with raw cotton, which may contain leaves and stems. A first machine removes a layer of cotton, sending it to a blending and cleaning machine that processes 500 kg of cotton per hour. After cleaning, the cotton is combed and aligned in parallel rows by a carding machine, which also discards short fibers. Next, the cotton is formed into loose first-stage yarn called sliver. This sliver undergoes several stages: it's drawn out, stretched, and then further processed by a roving frame, resulting in a thinner, stronger third-stage yarn called roving. This yarn is stretched to be even thinner before being transferred from small spools to large cones using a winding machine, which knots and discards empty spools ...

 The blog posts this week are particularly insightful. The processing and cleaning of cotton, wool, and other natural fibers is extremely important to the finished product. NFPA701 is essential for all drapery fabrics in any setting.

Woolrich Company The process of transforming raw wool into finished fabric involves several key steps. It begins with shearing, where wool is collected from sheep. This raw wool, often filled with natural oils like lanolin and impurities, is then scoured -- washed thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, and other contaminants. Next, the clean wool undergoes a process called carding, where the fibers are disentangled and aligned. This creates long strands, also known as rovings, which are ready for spinning. In the spinning stage, the rovings are twisted to create yarns of varying thicknesses. The yarn can then be dyed or left natural, depending on the desired outcome. Once the yarn is ready, it can either be woven or knitted into fabric. In weaving, yarns are interlaced in a perpendicular pattern to form a textile, while in knitting, the yarn is looped to create the fabric. After the fabric is created, it goes through finishing processes like fulling, where the fabric is shrunk slightly to ...

 Blog 8: Cotton Yarn INT 323 Eva Serrato Cotton Yarn:  How It's Made Cotton yarn (youtube.com) The process of turning cotton into yarn is a 48-hour process that involves many machines and techniques. Turning protein fibers into yarn has been a method used for many years, however, over the years there have been new inventions and mechanisms to get the job done. First the cotton comes to the manufacturing place in huge bales that have leaves and twigs still scattered throughout the yarn. A system rolls over the bales of cotton and removes five millimeters of cotton and sends it through a shaft that then into a system that blends the cotton and cleans the cotton. Once the cotton is sent through a second time, the cotton become clean and is ready for production. The cotton then goes through a  carting machine  that combs out the fibers to make them smooth and less tangled, this machine also discards any fibers that are too short to be used. The fibers then get processed ...

#9 Cotton Yarn Cotton Yarn - Two-ply commercial yarn that is m ade from large bails of raw cotton                 First Stage Yarn o     Fibers are mixed with the stems from the cotton plant, so to remove them a machine goes over the top to remove 5mm of cotton o     Sent through a duct system to a blending and cleaning machines that process 500kg of cotton per hour o     Cotton comes out evenly blended, but isn’t fully clean so it goes through another cleaning machine o     Then it goes through a carding machine that combs out the tangled fibers and lines them up in parallel rows – machines also discards any fibers that are too short to process o     The coiler then takes the rows of fiber and loosely thickens them into a first stage yarn Second and Third Stage Yarn o     They then go on to the drawing machine where it lines them out at 6...

  How It’s Made Cotton Yarn:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH_b3Heo48I   Twisting plant or animal fibers into yarn date back to ancient times when people fashioned primitive spindles out of s ticks. Around 500 BC the spinning wheel was born in India. Today, factories have fully automated spinning machines that work on the same principle as the spinning wheel.    Two ply commercial yarn is used to weave fabric for making jeans and shirts. The yarn is made from large bales of raw cotton. Cotton comes from plant fibers, meaning that leaves and stems need to be r emoved somewhere in the process. The first machine that the cotton bales encounter removed a layer of cotto n as it passes over it. It is then sent to a cleaning machine through a duct system, which also blends it. The cotton then enters another cleaning machine to fully cleanse it. The cotton then proceeds through a car d ing machine that combs the fibers and lines them up in parallel rows, while a...