SHRINKAGE
A reduction in length or width due to the effect of heat, moisture or chemical action. References for this information: Inda Edana
SECONDS, SECOND QUALITY
Imperfect materials that have various flaws, such as weight lower or higher than specified, poor bonding, inconsistent web formation, poor tensile strength, etc. References for this information: Inda
SECONDARY BACKING
A layer of material laminated to the underside of a carpet to lock in carpet tufts, improve abrasion resistance, dimensional stability and strength. References for this information: Tufted Carpet: Textile…
SHORT FIBER
Staple fibers less than 15mm long. Typically used in the wetlaid process to make a fabric or as fillers in the absorbent cores of disposable hygiene products. References for this…
SHODDY FIBER
Shoddy generally refers to a bulky and/or lofty nonwoven made from reclaimed fibers. It is often multi-colored, and is often used for padding and sound insulation.
SCROOP
The term refers to the characteristic crunch when loose, bleached cotton or rayon is hand squeezed. The sound is described as the crunch of walking on fresh fallen snow. References…
SCRIM
A textile with an open structure, which may be woven, knit or NONWOVEN, added to reinforce weaker materials in a COMPOSITE. Often, any nonwoven used as a backing or support…
Saturation bonding
Binding fibers to form a fabric by saturating a web with an adhesive followed by drying and curing. A type of CHEMICAL BONDING References for this information: Inda Edana
ROLL GOODS
Fabric rolled up on a core after it has been produced. It is described in terms of weight and width of the roll and the length of the material on…
REWORKED FIBERS
Fibers that are sourced from several areas and recycled into needle-punched materials often destined for padding or insulation. This material is often referred to as “SHODDY.” References for this information:…