Polyester yarns are fundamental to the performance and longevity of a wide range of industrial products. From hose reinforcement to binder yarns for fiber optic cables, tire cords, and industrial fabrics, the success of these applications hinges on achieving the right balance of mechanical properties. Among these critical properties, break strength, elongation, and shrinkage play pivotal roles. Each property serves a distinct purpose, and optimizing one can have a cascading effect on the others.
Read more- By Steve Zande
- 09/05/23
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The recent news of Alfa Group's decision to close its filament polyester production plant in Mexico has sent shockwaves throughout the industry. Companies that once relied on Akra's products are now faced with the daunting task of finding suitable alternatives. While many high tenacity polyester fibers can be readily replaced, the Akra Type 161 presents a unique challenge due to its distinct physical properties.
Read more- By Eric Shippee
- 08/26/21
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Synthetic textile yarns are used in low to medium pressure hose applications up to 300 psi as reinforcement. Circular Knitting and Spiral Wrapping are often used to integrate the reinforcing yarn into the garden hose, air hose, agricultural hose, industrial hose, automotive hose, etc. This article discusses these two methods and some tips that can improve processing for hose manufacturers using cone wound yarn for hose reinforcement.
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- 04/07/21
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Because continuous multifilament polyester yarns are used in a wide variety of applications and conditions, polyester yarn manufacturers are required to have diverse product portfolios to accommodate them, including yarns in a wide denier range with various physical properties.
Read more- By Saurer, Guest Contributor
- 03/03/21
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As an industrial thread supplier committed to developing smart, adaptive solutions, we discovered that we needed a versatile twister that could adapt to the requests of our clients across an incredibly vast array of industries.
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- 09/28/20
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- By Dane Hatcher
- 04/15/20
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When industrial sewing operations require high thread or yarn tensions, properly designed sewing threads and yarns are critical to continuous production flow. Bonded sewing thread and yarn tends to perform well for critical and challenging sewing conditions often faced by manufacturing companies. We’d like to provide some insight into how bonded thread affects tension in industrial sewing and manufacturing.
Read more- By Service Thread
- 01/03/20
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Are you using the most modern and advanced yarn and thread? If you haven’t re-evaluated your options lately, it’s a good time to compare the latest yarn and thread materials to see if there is a better choice.
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- 12/11/19
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- By Service Thread
- 12/03/19
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The video above features untreated continuous multifilament polyester thread on the left, which burns vigorously once ignition temperature is reached, melts, emits black smoke and drips. Untreated aramid yarn on the right burns with difficulty because of high LOI. The flame extinguishes when the heat source is removed. Aramid does not melt but decomposes showing signs of thermal degradation.
Read morePolyester yarns are fundamental to the performance and longevity of a wide range of industrial products. From hose reinforcement to binder yarns for fiber optic cables, tire cords, and industrial fabrics, the success of these applications hinges on achieving the right balance of mechanical properties. Among these critical properties, break strength, elongation, and shrinkage play pivotal roles. Each property serves a distinct purpose, and optimizing one can have a cascading effect on the others.
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Exploring Alternatives to Akra 161 Polyester: Navigating a Changing Landscape
- By Steve Zande
- 09/05/23
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The recent news of Alfa Group's decision to close its filament polyester production plant in Mexico has sent shockwaves throughout the industry. Companies that once relied on Akra's products are now faced with the daunting task of finding suitable alternatives. While many high tenacity polyester fibers can be readily replaced, the Akra Type 161 presents a unique challenge due to its distinct physical properties.
Read moreTips to Improve Processing Efficiency of Textile Hose Reinforcement
- By Eric Shippee
- 08/26/21
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Synthetic textile yarns are used in low to medium pressure hose applications up to 300 psi as reinforcement. Circular Knitting and Spiral Wrapping are often used to integrate the reinforcing yarn into the garden hose, air hose, agricultural hose, industrial hose, automotive hose, etc. This article discusses these two methods and some tips that can improve processing for hose manufacturers using cone wound yarn for hose reinforcement.
Read moreBecause continuous multifilament polyester yarns are used in a wide variety of applications and conditions, polyester yarn manufacturers are required to have diverse product portfolios to accommodate them, including yarns in a wide denier range with various physical properties.
Read moreAs an industrial thread supplier committed to developing smart, adaptive solutions, we discovered that we needed a versatile twister that could adapt to the requests of our clients across an incredibly vast array of industries.
Read moreWhat Effect Does Bonded Thread Have On Tensions in a Sewing Application?
- By Dane Hatcher
- 04/15/20
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When industrial sewing operations require high thread or yarn tensions, properly designed sewing threads and yarns are critical to continuous production flow. Bonded sewing thread and yarn tends to perform well for critical and challenging sewing conditions often faced by manufacturing companies. We’d like to provide some insight into how bonded thread affects tension in industrial sewing and manufacturing.
Read moreOverview of Advanced and Modern Materials for Yarn and Thread Construction
- By Service Thread
- 01/03/20
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Are you using the most modern and advanced yarn and thread? If you haven’t re-evaluated your options lately, it’s a good time to compare the latest yarn and thread materials to see if there is a better choice.
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The video above features untreated continuous multifilament polyester thread on the left, which burns vigorously once ignition temperature is reached, melts, emits black smoke and drips. Untreated aramid yarn on the right burns with difficulty because of high LOI. The flame extinguishes when the heat source is removed. Aramid does not melt but decomposes showing signs of thermal degradation.
Read more