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Weaving Courses
Fundamentals of Technical Fabrics
In this course you will learn the materials and processes involved in manufacturing technical textiles and product applications as well as the broad range of applications for technical textiles ranging from products inside the body to products in outer space. Come and learn the manufacturing methods that produce very complex and sophisticated textile structures. Also learn about the many man-made fibers with tailored properties and new chemical finishes to enhance the performance of technical textiles.
What you will learn:
Different categories of technical textiles
Basic processes to produce technical textiles
Specific raw materials used in technical fabrics
Technical fabric constructions and important properties per end use
How special finishes can influence the performance of technical fabrics
The wide range of applications for technical textiles
Cutting-edge research in technical textiles being conducted by NC State College of Textiles
Why attend:
Acquire an understanding of how technical textiles are defined
Learn the many types of technical textiles and their applications
Develop an understanding of the entire technical textiles supply chain
Receive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our model manufacturing labs
Meet participants in different technical textile end-use areas
Meet and share ideas with NC State College of Textiles faculty and teaching staff
Who should attend:
Anyone involved with technical textile products who wants to gain a stronger knowledge and understanding of what technical textiles are all about and the many opportunities available in this fast and ever-growing facet of the textile industry. This includes upper-level managers, supervisors, researchers, product development personnel, technical service personnel, purchasing agents, sales and marketing personnel, cost accountants and financial personnel.
Closed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of Textiles MapDelivery Method: In-Person
Hands-On Technical Textiles Weaving Design
Through hands-on learning, this course teaches the beginning to end processes of weaving. Participants will cover sizing, warp prep, drawing in, slaying the reed, and tying in. They will assist in machine set-up, and production of woven materials. This class includes tutorials on a variety of weaving machinery.
Why attend:
This workshop is a highly interactive textile education course with the majority of your time spent in the lab producing and evaluating samples
Meet and develop a network with participants from similar fields of work
Meet and share ideas with NC State Wilson College of Textiles teaching staff
Who should attend:
We recommend this course to any professionals wishing to expand their practical knowledge of weaving manufacturing.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of Textiles MapDelivery Method: In-Person