... Production - Technical terms
1. chain:
All threads that run lengthwise through the fabric
2nd shot:
All crosswise running threads, edge to edge
3. archipelago:
Winding the individual threads onto a bobbin (warp beam)
4. weaving:
The fabric consists of at least two intersecting thread systems: the warp thread and the weft thread.
5. thread coloration:
Thread-dyed ribbons in which the warp and weft have already been dyed. Opposite: White threads are only printed or dyed after weaving. Disadvantage of printing: only on one side.
6. finishing / equipment:
Textile finishing process (surface modification)
7. labeling:
a) Hot stamping: Texts are stamped onto tapes under high heat
b) Computer printing: ribbon lettering using computer-aided plotters. Satin ribbon is particularly suitable
c) Screen printing: complex printing technique for multi-color printers.
All threads that run lengthwise through the fabric
2nd shot:
All crosswise running threads, edge to edge
3. archipelago:
Winding the individual threads onto a bobbin (warp beam)
4. weaving:
The fabric consists of at least two intersecting thread systems: the warp thread and the weft thread.
5. thread coloration:
Thread-dyed ribbons in which the warp and weft have already been dyed. Opposite: White threads are only printed or dyed after weaving. Disadvantage of printing: only on one side.
6. finishing / equipment:
Textile finishing process (surface modification)
7. labeling:
a) Hot stamping: Texts are stamped onto tapes under high heat
b) Computer printing: ribbon lettering using computer-aided plotters. Satin ribbon is particularly suitable
c) Screen printing: complex printing technique for multi-color printers.
... Material
1. acetate:
Chemical fiber (yarn) made of cellulose; environmentally friendly, as it decomposes, non-toxic; similar to silk - also known as artificial silk; produced from cotton spinning waste or plantation wood; mixed with acetone to form a liquid spinning mass; special machines process the mass into yarns.
2. viscose:
Yarn made from cellulose, similar to acetate
3. lurex:
Shiny metallic effect yarn, mostly gold, silver, copper, but also in metallic colors
4. cotton:
Combed cotton yarn
5th satin / atlas ribbon:
Many intersections result in a very smooth, fine surface
6. artificial silk:
Acetate and viscose yarns
7. taffeta ribbon:
Fine yarns produced in a taffeta weave (plain weave); both sides of the ribbon look identical.
Chemical fiber (yarn) made of cellulose; environmentally friendly, as it decomposes, non-toxic; similar to silk - also known as artificial silk; produced from cotton spinning waste or plantation wood; mixed with acetone to form a liquid spinning mass; special machines process the mass into yarns.
2. viscose:
Yarn made from cellulose, similar to acetate
3. lurex:
Shiny metallic effect yarn, mostly gold, silver, copper, but also in metallic colors
4. cotton:
Combed cotton yarn
5th satin / atlas ribbon:
Many intersections result in a very smooth, fine surface
6. artificial silk:
Acetate and viscose yarns
7. taffeta ribbon:
Fine yarns produced in a taffeta weave (plain weave); both sides of the ribbon look identical.
... Properties
1. putrescibility:
Acetate/cellulose are completely decomposable and can be added to compost when shredded.
2. water resistance:
Some ribbons, especially wreath ribbons, are provided with a water-repellent finish. This protects the ribbon from moisture for some time. Otherwise, treatment should be avoided for environmental reasons, as water resistance can only be achieved by adding chemical preparations or synthetic resins.
3. changing bands:
At least two different colored ribbons are woven together. Result: Color effects, varying in intensity depending on the incidence of light
4. wire edges:
Ribbons with wires woven into the edge. This ribbon is not suitable as table ribbon. Loops can be created more easily by non-professionals (malleability).
5. white fracture:
Crease marks caused by creases and folds in finished wreath ribbons. Can be removed by ironing.
Acetate/cellulose are completely decomposable and can be added to compost when shredded.
2. water resistance:
Some ribbons, especially wreath ribbons, are provided with a water-repellent finish. This protects the ribbon from moisture for some time. Otherwise, treatment should be avoided for environmental reasons, as water resistance can only be achieved by adding chemical preparations or synthetic resins.
3. changing bands:
At least two different colored ribbons are woven together. Result: Color effects, varying in intensity depending on the incidence of light
4. wire edges:
Ribbons with wires woven into the edge. This ribbon is not suitable as table ribbon. Loops can be created more easily by non-professionals (malleability).
5. white fracture:
Crease marks caused by creases and folds in finished wreath ribbons. Can be removed by ironing.
... Special band types
1st wreath ribbon:
Used for funerals, but also for victory wreaths; large variety of colors, adaptation to the wreath flowers used; mostly in white, with various edges; various types of printing possible, e.g. computer printing, hot stamping, etc.; widths 100 to 275 mm.
1a) Moiréband:
a1) faux moiré:
Taffeta ribbons with embossed pattern, similar to wood grain; embossing is applied by a hot embossing roller; pattern is recurring, identical
a2) genuine French moiré:
pattern is achieved by warping the material during weaving; pattern is always different
1b) Mourning pile:
Transparent, black ribbons; tulle or lace; for mourning arrangements or funeral bouquets
2. taffeta ribbons:
Ribbons made from fine yarns; are produced by cross-weaving, similar to linen; look identical on the front and back
3. national ribbons:
Moiré ribbons in color combinations of nationalities (flags), company colors, etc.; application: wreath ribbons, victory ribbons, holidays, institutions, etc.
4. cutting tape:
Ribbons are cut from wide fabrics with hot tapes. Very inexpensive production method.
5. woven ribbon:
Woven edge, width must be specified in advance. More expensive production technology due to high changeover costs when converting the machines.
6 Polyband:
Plastic tapes made of polypropylene; single-colored or printed; striped tape
Used for funerals, but also for victory wreaths; large variety of colors, adaptation to the wreath flowers used; mostly in white, with various edges; various types of printing possible, e.g. computer printing, hot stamping, etc.; widths 100 to 275 mm.
1a) Moiréband:
a1) faux moiré:
Taffeta ribbons with embossed pattern, similar to wood grain; embossing is applied by a hot embossing roller; pattern is recurring, identical
a2) genuine French moiré:
pattern is achieved by warping the material during weaving; pattern is always different
1b) Mourning pile:
Transparent, black ribbons; tulle or lace; for mourning arrangements or funeral bouquets
2. taffeta ribbons:
Ribbons made from fine yarns; are produced by cross-weaving, similar to linen; look identical on the front and back
3. national ribbons:
Moiré ribbons in color combinations of nationalities (flags), company colors, etc.; application: wreath ribbons, victory ribbons, holidays, institutions, etc.
4. cutting tape:
Ribbons are cut from wide fabrics with hot tapes. Very inexpensive production method.
5. woven ribbon:
Woven edge, width must be specified in advance. More expensive production technology due to high changeover costs when converting the machines.
6 Polyband:
Plastic tapes made of polypropylene; single-colored or printed; striped tape
... Fabrics
1. organza:
Fine-threaded, transparent cotton fabric
2. brocade:
Cotton or synthetic, woven with gold or silver threads
3. chintz:
Cotton fabric, printed; coating by finishing with a resin layer
4. cotton atla:
Cotton fabric, extremely wear-resistant
5. reps:
Heavy fabric made from various fibers; ribbed surface, hard-wearing
6. velvet:
Cotton or synthetic fiber with tightly woven reverse side; front side with pile cover
7. nettle:
Firm, smooth cotton fabric, reinforced with oil or finish
8. seersucker:
Fabric made of cotton, polyester or linen; it is crimped like bubbles during production
9. tulle:
Transparent fabric made of cotton or synthetic yarns that are processed in a net-like manner.
10. fringe:
Fabric edge decoration
Fine-threaded, transparent cotton fabric
2. brocade:
Cotton or synthetic, woven with gold or silver threads
3. chintz:
Cotton fabric, printed; coating by finishing with a resin layer
4. cotton atla:
Cotton fabric, extremely wear-resistant
5. reps:
Heavy fabric made from various fibers; ribbed surface, hard-wearing
6. velvet:
Cotton or synthetic fiber with tightly woven reverse side; front side with pile cover
7. nettle:
Firm, smooth cotton fabric, reinforced with oil or finish
8. seersucker:
Fabric made of cotton, polyester or linen; it is crimped like bubbles during production
9. tulle:
Transparent fabric made of cotton or synthetic yarns that are processed in a net-like manner.
10. fringe:
Fabric edge decoration