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Glossary

A number of terms used in the circular knitting industry and many other acronyms and technical expressions are used on the Jersey Lomellina SpA site that may not be familiar.

By putting together a glossary full of technical terms and recurring acronyms, Jersey Lomellina SpA aims to provide clear definitions of some of the more specific textile terminology in order to learn more about the circular knitting and elasticized jersey fabrics industries. 

To browse the glossary, just click on the letter corresponding to the first letter of the word.

 

 

MOISTURE MANAGEMENT

Transfers perspiration away from the skin.

MUSCLE CONTROL

Fabric that assure right muscle compression during physical activity, slashing lactic acid formation.

MICROFIBRE

Fabric with multifilament yarns.

MODULUS

Fabric recovery force after being stretched.

MOULDING

Process that allows obtaining predefined shapes (e.g. brassiere cups).