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Textile & Handloom Exercise 1.2.21

Shawl Weaving Artisan - Winding and Warping

Covering the warp beam to prevent staining

Objectives : At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• cover the warp beam to protect the yarn from dust, oil, stains, or moisture during storage and transportation.

Requirements

Tools/Equipment’s/Instruments
• Clean cotton/muslin cloth, • Labels/tags - as reqd.
plastic transparent sheet - 1 No. • Marker - 1 No.
• Rope, elastic cord, or tape for tying - as reqd. • Gloves (optional) - 1 Set.

PROCEDURE

Step 1: Clean the area Step 5: Label the beam
• Check the surrounding storage area where the beam • Attach a label or tag to the cover with
will be placed.
- Warp count
• Wipe the warp beam gently using a clean, dry cloth - Number of ends
to remove any dust or oil.
- Warp length
Step 2: Choose covering material
- Date of warping
• Use a clean cotton/muslin cloth or plastic cover
(PVC or polythene) depending on environmental - Operator name
conditions. Step 6: Place the beam safely
- Cotton: for breathable protection (short-term) • Keep the covered beam on a beam rack or wooden
- Plastic: for moisture/dust protection (long-term) blocks off the floor.

Step 3: Cover the warp beam • Avoid direct sunlight, moisture, and oil spills.
• Place the cloth/sheet from one end to the other, Safety & Quality tips
covering the entire circumference of the warp beam. • Never use oily or dirty covers.
• Ensure no part of the yarn is exposed. • Don’t store beams directly on the floor.

Step 4: Secure the cover • Always label for identification.
• Use elastic cord, string, or tape to tie the cover at • Change covers if they become dirty or torn.
both ends and the center.

• Make sure it is tight enough to hold, but not so tight
that it bends or compresses the yarn.

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