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Working aids

Objectives: At the end of this exercise you shall be able to:
• categorize the different types of folder used in apparel industry
• practice using different folders.
• practice using guide
• identify different types of specialized foot
• choose the suitable foot for sewing as per requirement & practice with it.

Folders :
A folder is an attachment to a sewing machine for bending and folding the fabric previous to sewing. It belongs
to the category of work aids (Additional devices that can be added to basic sewing machines) generally used
in situations where fabric must be fold prior to sewing. Can be used for folds ranging from simple to complex.
Different types of folders available in different size and thickness. The thickness of the folder is selected depends
on the type of fabric.
1 Light folder (0.15mm to 0.25mm thickness) – silk, synthetic materials, poplin, shirting, bed sheet
2 Medium folder (0.27mm to 0.40mm thickness)–single jersey knit, flannelette, Oxford

3 Heavy folder (0.45mm to 1.5mm thickness)–twill, corduroy, rib knit, interlock knit, denim (Fig 1)

Fig 1

Folders in Apparel Industry
Features of a Folder in the Apparel Industry
There are some basic features of a folder, these are-

1 It helps to improve the productivity.
2 Improve or maintain quality standards.
3 Reduce training time of operator.
4 Reduce fatigue of the operator.
Different Types of Folders Used in the Apparel Industry

1 Hemming folder
2 Sleeve attaching folder
3 Piping folder
4 Belt loop folder
5 Bias Binding folder

6 Waistband folder
7 Tape folder
8 Collar setting folder
9 Cuff setting folder
These are some types of folders used in the garment industry.

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CITS : Apparel - Sewing Technology - Exercise 34