TEXTILES, 11TH EDN

Authoritative treatment that focuses on three end-uses of textiles: apparel, furnishings and industrial or technical products-and is essential for any professional library. Offers up-to-date material and current practices that make this among the most respected resources available today. Provides readers with the basic knowledge of textiles so they understand how textiles are produced and how performance characteristics are incorporated into materials and products. Four main sections follow the normal sequence used in the production of textiles-fiber, yarn, fabrication and finishing. Discusses the contribution of each component as it is incorporated in or combined with other components in a textile product. Stresses the interrelationships among the components. Product performance, cost and customer satisfaction-is emphasized throughout the text. Discusses the impact of production processes and ion of components on product performance, cost and consumer satisfaction. Summary tables-appear throughout the text. Provides quick visual comparisons that can be referenced easily in the course or in the field. Presents material in a clear and consistent fashion throughout each chapter. An introduction to industry terminology-appears throughout the text. Defines key terms in the text and in the glossary so readers can understand and communicate more effectively with other industry professionals. Includes a pronunciation guide with some words to help readers say and use terms correctly.