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Abstract

Provides a method for determining the seam opening of a given seam, due to the application of a standard force within the fabric plane at the seam and perpendicular to the seam direction. It is applicable to seams made in woven, non-woven and knitted fabrics.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee TX-020 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 6 July 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee TX-020:
Ag Research
Australian Wool Processors Council
AWTA Textile Testing
Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia
Drycleaning Institute of Australia
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
RMIT University
The Textile Institute

Scope

This Standard sets out a method for determining the seam opening of a given seam, due to the application of a standard force within the fabric plane at the seam, and perpendicular to the seam direction.
This method is applicable to single seams made in woven, non-woven and knitted fabrics for apparel and furnishing end-uses.
NOTES:
1. The application may be extended to seams of other end-use products as required by the selection of appropriate forces consistent with those encountered during the normal use of such products.
2. When it is required to measure the seam opening of a multiple seam, reference should be made to Appendix A of this Standard.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 05/08/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 05/08/2016
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ISBN
Committee	TX-020
Supersedes	DR 87262