Denim

Sustainable Denim Processing

Brands and consumers are looking for more sustainable options without sacrificing the look and feel that consumers love about their favorite jeans.

Learn about the history of denim manufacturing.

Learn about the process flow for denim manufacturing, typical denim construction, weaves, and weights, and non-conventional denim fabrics.

Learn about yarn numbering, yarn spinning systems, warping, dyeing, and slashing.

Learn about drawing-in and warp tying, yarn flow, and basic weaving motions.

Learn about the basic process and premium finish process of denim garment finishing.

Learn about spreading, cutting, and sewing denim garments.

Learn about denim garment finishing machinery, including rotary machines, extraction, tumble drying, and pressing.

Learn about denim dry finishing, including sanding, brushing, laser, whiskering, and special effects.

Learn about denim wet finishing, including desizing/washing, abrasive color loss, color discharge, and chemical finishing.