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Knitting Technology

Knitting is a fabric manufacturing process that involves interlocking loops of yarn. There are two major types of knitting: weft knitting and warp knitting, which differ in the direction the yarn forms the fabric structure. Knitted fabrics have advantages like stretchability, breathability, and wrinkle resistance. However, special techniques may be needed to prevent too much shrinkage or runs forming if loops break. The quality of knitted fabrics also depends on factors like the knitting machine and needles used.

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Knitting Technology

Knitting is a fabric manufacturing process that involves interlocking loops of yarn. There are two major types of knitting: weft knitting and warp knitting, which differ in the direction the yarn forms the fabric structure. Knitted fabrics have advantages like stretchability, breathability, and wrinkle resistance. However, special techniques may be needed to prevent too much shrinkage or runs forming if loops break. The quality of knitted fabrics also depends on factors like the knitting machine and needles used.

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Knitting Technology

Knitting is one kind of fabric manufacturing process in which fabric is produced by inter looping
among loops formed by single or several yarn feeding simultaneously. Knitted fabrics produced
with stitch formation.
The knitted fabric has the advantage of stretchability which provides fit and comfort. It also
gives warmth. At the same time, they are porous and provide breathing comfort. It is light in
weight and wrinkle- resistant. However, certain specialied techni!ues like "ak- nit or
"ermasied have to be used so that it may not shrink too much. Also, care should be taken so that
not a single loop breaks. If even one loop breaks, a hole is made and it starts running. This
disadvantage can be eliminated by variation in the stitch that protects the fabric from raveling.
The kind and !uality of the needle also affect the !uality of the knitted fabric. #ifferent kinds of
needles are used in knitting latch needle, spring- beard needle, compound needle etc.
Weft and warp knitting
There are two ma$or varieties of knitting% weft knitting and warp knitting. In weft knitting, one
continuous yarn forms courses across the fabric. In warp knitting, a series of yarns form wales in
the lengthwise direction of the fabric.
The knitting machine also called knitting frame, knitting loom, or hand knitting machine, is used
to manufacture knit fabrics. These fabrics are produced on a fi&ed bed of hooked needles. The
Knitting machines can be hand driven or motor powered.
The machines come in domestic and industrial models, with either flat or circular beds that
produce rectangular or tubular fabrics. The fabric produced by a knitting machine has a more
fine te&ture than hand-knitted fabric.
Process Flow Chart of Knitting
'arn in package form
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"lace the yarn package in the creel
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)eeding the yarn
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*et the m+c as per design , -*.
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Knitting
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/ithdraw the roll fabric and weighting
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0oll marking
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Inspection
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