HEAT SINK
A means of dissipating heat generated in a fabrication or coating application References for this information: Edana
HEAT SETTING
Process by which fibers or fabrics are heated to a final crimp or molecular configuration so as to minimize changes in shape during use. References for this information: Inda Edana
HEAT RESISTANCE
The ability to resist degradation at high temperatures. References for this information: Inda Edana
HAND
Qualities of a fabric perceived by touch, e.g. softness, firmness, stretch, resilience and drape. References for this information: Inda Edana
GREIGE FABRIC
Generally refers to woven or knitted fabrics off the loom prior to bleaching, dyeing or finishing treatment. The term is occasionally used to describe nonwovens before a finishing treatment. References…
GRAVURE PRINTING/BONDING
In the context of nonwoven web bonding, this refers to a method of CHEMICALLY BONDING a web of fibers using the gravure method of printing. The gravure system uses a…
GRAB STRENGTH
A measure of the “effective strength” of a fabric; i.e., the strength of fibers in a specific width together with the additional strength contributed by adjacent fibers. Typically, grab strength…
GLASSFIBERS, FIBERGLASS
Formed by extruding and attenuating molten glass. Glass fiber is brittle, which limits its use to a small number of markets. The fiber has the characteristics of withstanding relatively high…