Review on Analysis of Seam Quality

Abstract

The apparel quality largely depends on fabric quality and also on seam quality. Seam performance and appearance largely correlate with fabric characteristics, sewing-thread properties, selection of stitches and seams, and also with sewing conditions such as size of needle, sewing-thread tension, number of stitches per inch, and maintenance and operation of sewing machine. In good quality garments, functional requirements of the seam are very essential for apparel serviceability. The seam performance deteriorates the quality of garment by reducing seam strength and seam-slippage strength, seam puckering, and seam damage. Apparel durability and its esthetic performance are defined by seam quality. Seam performance is influenced by a selection of seam type with respect to stitch classes, selection of sewing threads irrespective to fabric characteristics, and different sewing process parameters.

The Effect of Selected Factors on the Strength of Stitches of Upholstery Faux Leather

“…Relationships between yarn tension, types of sewing threads and seam quality, the impact of fabric parameters and properties on a 2D cutting and stitching line are presented in work [ 5 , 6 ]. Scientific works investigate the effects of the type of stitches on the strength of the sewing, the effect of the mechanical properties of cotton fabrics on the quality of the sewn joints, while claiming that the quality of the sewn joints depends on the strength, stretchability and density of the fabric being joined [ 7 , 8 ]. To minimize the deformations in the fabric in the seams and to keep the seam strong and durable if possible, it is necessary to select an appropriate sewing thread, stitch length, and other parameters such as needle characteristics, thread tension, and stitch type [ 9 , 10 , 11 ].…”