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Category: Fiber Science

fiber prep, Fiber Science, Fleeces, washing

Alkaline Scouring: Washing with Fels-Naptha soap

April 17, 2018April 17, 2018 Patti O'Brien Beaumont

alkaline scouring with fels-naptha soap

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Fiber Science, Fleeces, Technical

Does Crimp Indicate Fineness?

April 1, 2018April 23, 2018 Patti O'Brien Beaumont

  Sadly, no.  Crimp is not related to fiber diameter. What we know about fiber has changed over time as our fiber science has improved. People used to think crimp was directly tied to fiber diameter (microns). However, going back to the 1920s and 30s, people knew that the crimp wasn't necessarily a predictor for… Continue reading Does Crimp Indicate Fineness?

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