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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.

 

 

UV PROTECTION

A fabric's ability to offer highly protection from UV rays (UPF 50+ is the maximum value obtainable).

ULTRACHLORINE RESISTANT

Fabric that is considerably resistant to attack by active chlorine.

ULTRA FLAT

Very thin fabric ( 50% thinner than a classic charmeuse).

UPF 50+

Ultraviolet Protection Factor – a fabric’s ability to protect from UV rays.