WEAVE METHODS

Weaving is controlled by sophisticated, high-speed, computer-controlled looms to create precise thread count each and every time the pattern is manufactured. Different yarn types can also be combined into different weave patterns. Although technical textile are fiber dominant, the reinforcement is also one of the main factors that influence on the fabric characteristics.The main reinforcement variable being Weave Method, above we provide a short guide on this issue. Every weave variety will fit a particular purpose. They all behave differently, and it is important to keep that in mind before choosing one for your project.

Plain weave fabric is one of the most common types of weaves. When applied, this method produces a fabric that has the warp and fill fibers interlace at every crossing, with the fibers alternating passing above and below each other. A plain weave fabric will be very stable, and offer strength equally in both directions. However, when using a plain weave fabric it is important to keep in mind that it will not conform to complex shapes adequately.

A twill weave fabric has one or more fibers alternately passing over and under a designated number of fiber bundles. For example, a 2 x 2 twill weave will have fibers that pass over two bundles, then under two bundles, throughout the length of the fabric.This open weave allows the twill weave fabric to have easier conformity to complex shapes, retaining a balance in both sides of the fabric.

Satin weave fabric is constructed in such a way that a fiber bundle passed over a designated number of bundles and then under one bundle repeatedly. Satin weaves are applied to form complex shapes that even twill weave might struggle to obtain. Satin weaves will deliver a slight edge in strength over its plain and twill weave counterparts, but this form of fabric is unbalanced. This means that one side of the fabric will be mostly warp or fill, while the other will be the opposite. 

Basket weave is essentially a plain weave with two or more warp fibers interlace with two or more fill fibers. That would be known as a 2 x 2 basket weave, it does not need to be symmetrical, it is possible to have an 8 x 2 basket weave, depending on your needs. Basket weaves are flatter and slightly stronger than plain weaves, but are less stable. 

Leno weaves refers to a form of plain fabric in which adjacent warp fibers are twisted around consecutive fill fibers in order to form a spiral pairing, locking the fill fibers into place. This type of fabric is often used in conjunction with other fabrics, as the open weave style does not generally produce an effective composite. Mock Leno weaves are another version of a plain weave fabric in which occasional warp fibers deviate from the alternate interlacing and instead interlace every two or more fibers. 

Patterned weaves refer to weaves that are more specialized and do not have a widely known industrial specification. Because they are not widely known, it can be difficult to determine their physical properties. The particular pattern style will have a cosmetic feature, such a cool or interesting pattern, but said pattern will also have an effect on the fabrics characteristics.