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5 Then measure the length of the yarn. Table 3
6 Now compare the fabric length and the straightened
length. S.No. Fabric sample Fabric length Yarn length
7 Follow the process with other samples. 1
8 Write all the value in the Table.3 2

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TASK 5: Identify yarn defects and remedial measures
1 Take some samples of yarn.
3 Neps
2 Examine the yarn under magnifying equipment.
4 Slubs
3 Identify defects and write it in the note book.
4 Write the remedial measures in the given below 5 Hairiness
Table. 4 6 Broken filaments
Table 4
7 Uneven Twist
Remedial
S.No. Yarn defect 8 Snarling
measures
1 Thick places 9 Yarn Breakages
2 Thin places 10 Contamination

TASK 6: End breakage study in loom
1 Select a loom. 10 Observe if the weaver pulls the beater too hard or
2 Check warp tension, alignment. operates the shuttle incorrectly.

3 Sit near the handloom and observe while weaving is 11 Write all the observations in the below mentioned
happening. (Table 5).
4 Check if breakages occur more on specific threads Take Action
or at regular intervals. 12 Adjust warp tension to ensure even pressure.
5 Stop the loom and note the specific warp thread that 13 Replace or repair damaged loom parts.
broke.
14 Use yarn with higher strength or better twist if quality
6 Write down the time of the breakage. is an issue.
7 observe(beating, shuttle throwing, etc.) when the Recheck
breakage occurred.
15 After making adjustments, observe weaving again to
8 Test a small sample of yarn by pulling or twisting it to see if breakages reduce.
check for strength and uniformity.
16 Compare the results with initial observations to
9 Look for rough or damaged reed/heald wires, uneven measure improvement
tension, or improper shuttle movement.
Table 5

S.No. Thread that broke Time of breakage Cause of yarn breakage

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48 Textile & Handloom : Shawl Weaving Artisan (NSQF - 2024) Exercise 1.4.35