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Of course, with the car running well and looking good from its Stage 1 and 2 upgrades ("Nice Save," Aug. '13, p. 96), it was time to bring on the power with Stage 3 ("Triple Threat," Nov. '13, p. 82).
"In Stage 3, it was time to install some much-needed performance mods. Up until this point, we had fully restored our nearly destroyed '93 convertible back to showroom quality," Shane added. "We were trying to build the car that Ford never made ... a '93 Cobra convertible. With all of our Cobra styling additions, it was only right that it had the power to back it up!"
The bulk of this era of the project centered on a heads/cam/intake upgrade based on Ford Racing Performance Parts gear. Rounding out the HCI was supported by BBK exhaust components and a Flowmaster after-cat. The gains were quite impressive, as the car picked up over 100 rear-wheel horsepower.
Those mods made the car a lot more fun, but when you are having that much fun, why stop at just three stages? Adding that fourth stage to this rocket ride called for some extra boost. That came in the form of a Vortech supercharger and the necessary support hardware, including a bigger SCT mass air, Aeromotive fuel rails, and even a stouter alternator from PA Performance.
"Oh, the car definitely met and exceeded expectations, performance wise! When we first started the project, I don't think we had a clear idea of what we wanted for the final power-adder stage. We had the first three stages mapped out pretty well, but the fourth stage was a bit of an afterthought at the time," Justin explained. "We knew we wanted to try and replicate the '93 Cobra's power plant as much as possible with the heads, intake, and cam, but that was pretty much the extent of the plans. It wasn't until a few months after the build was completed that we ultimately decided to bolt up the Vortech and go for some big power..."
They were able to make impressive power, and even put the car deep into the 11-second zone to end the project on a high note. While this is the final official stage of the project, we know these cars are never really done. The AM crew wants to keep having fun with this resurrected Fox and see just how well a convertible "Cobra" can perform.
"...We honestly want to push the limits of the T5 and the stock block and see what we can pull out of the 'ole girl. I'm thinking with the right air and a sticky track a high 10 wouldn't be impossible, as long as everything holds together," Justin concluded. "The boys at Bama did a hell of a job with the tune. It's just a matter and seeing how much more abuse that transmission is willing to take before it gets upset with us. Either way, we're just going to continue to have a fun with the car and do what we do best, try to make it even faster!"
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From Here to Eternity
1953 Directed by Fred Zinnemann
Pouring out of impassioned pages...brawling their way to greatness on the screen!
The setting is an army base in Hawaii in 1941. Montgomery Clift, in a superb performance, plays a bugler who refuses to fight for the company boxing team; he has reasons for giving up the sport. His refusal results in harsh treatment from the company commander, whose bored wife (Deborah Kerr) is having an affair with the tough-but-fair sergeant (Burt Lancaster). You remember--the scene with the two of them embracing on the beach, as the surf crashes in. The supporting players are as good as the leads: Frank Sinatra and Donna Reed won Oscars (and Sinatra revitalized his entire career), and Ernest Borgnine entered the gallery of all-time movie villains, as the stockade sergeant who makes Sinatra miserable. Zinnemann's work is efficient but also evocative, capturing the time and place beautifully, the tropical breezes as well as the lazy prewar indulgence. This one is deservedly a classic. --Robert Horton
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It's funny how your mind can construct. I'm sure I had seen From Here To Eternity. The quintessential scene in glorious Technicolor and illustrious widescreen was etched in my consciousness. It was a film about a forbidden passionate affair where our protagonists fought, against all odds, and gave up everything to be together; culminated by the consummate reckoning of that glorious breaker on the beach. Whoops.
I hadn't seen From Here To Eternity. It wasn't in Glorious Technicolor. It wasn't in illustrious widescreen. It was simple Academy Ratio Black and White. Perhaps this imagined grandeur was, for me, knowing it won a plethora of the golden guy? I don't know, but what I do know is when the scene in…
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I never know what to expect when I dive into a classic film, especially one that have won numerous Academy Awards including Best Picture. I always take in consideration of the limitations of a film's release, but if a film fails to interest me even with that, then my confidence towards my feelings of the film is solid. From Here to Eternity left me disappointed due to its inability to create a dramatic impact in its stories and its lack of resonance for contemporary audiences.
The film's plot starts itself off focusing on a young soldier's, Robert Prewitt, struggles of being independent in the army, not allowing his superiors to take control of his life and…
There is a feeling of heavy history-based dread and palpable dramatic irony hanging over the events of Fred Zinnemann's "From Here to Enternity." Taking place in 1941, the Academy Award-winning drama unfolds before the December 7 attack on Pearl Harbor, but the specter of that attack fills the sea air and colors the events of the film for an audience watching in retrospect. Those events are small, personal dramas. They are insignificant wars fought before the real war. With its sense of impending doom, sharply drawn characters, and robust dramatic threads, "From Here to Eternity" makes for a impactful, sometimes searing film.
Taking place on and around a Hawaiian military base, Zinnemann's film weaves together the stories of disparate characters…
Two hopeless lovers embrace while the waves of the beach wash over them. That's From Here to Eternity 's iconic scene, and while it may be classic, is in no way what makes the film a powerful look into the inner affairs of America's World War II army men.
Here's a fantastic performance from Montgomery Clift, before his acting went by the wayside due to trauma from a car accident. Here he performs with remarkable dedication. He combines James Dean's rebellious attitude with the aggressive personality of Marlon Brando. His role as Prewitt has a similar back-story to John Wayne in The Quiet Man . Both are man filled with self-directed fury after accidentally killing a man in the boxing…
There are some classic films – if you'll forgive me, An American in Paris, Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Graduate, The Producers – that seem dated today but whose fame has not withered; so indelible are a moment or two, an image, a performance, that the film as a whole has been seared into the public conscience.
From Here to Eternity is one such film. Viewed with fresh eyes, it's apparent that Fred Zinnemann and company couldn't quite decide whether Burt Lancaster was a hero or a scoundrel (he is always one or the other, never both), whether Frank Sinatra was meant for comic relief or tragic thrust (a shame the one doesn't inform the other), or whether Donna Reed was…
This review reportedly contains spoilers. I can handle the truth.
I've heard this movie is one of the best romantic dramas of all time. It's not really (the two leads don't get the girls in the end). However, it is one of the best movies (of any genre) of all time.
There's powerhouse performances from the star-studded cast, from Montgomery Clift, Burt Lancaster, Donna Reed, Deborah Kerr, and Frank Sinatra... seriously Frank Sinatra is really good as both comedic relief and foil to Ernest Borgnine. He totally deserved that Oscar.
Anyways, the cast and performances are totally deserving of plot and script this good. It's witty, but also never sits on anything boring for too long. There's action, romance, comedy, and thrills. What more could you ask for in a film?
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I feel like this is so hailed that I feel kind of bad not liking parts of it. It starts out really slow to me, picks up, slows down again, then all of a sudden...ATTACK! Some of the script was god awful to me as well.
However, I watched it and ultimately enjoyed it.
Am the only one that loved the Lancaster/Kerr story 10x more than the rest of the film? Didn't expect Ernest Borgdine in this thing? Also, didn't expect to see Pearl Harbour attack to happen in this thing, felt kind of weird how they ended with that.
Yeah it has that beach scene.
Nota = 5
A classic in every way especially from its famous and passionate kiss on the beach scene. The attack on Pearl Harbor sequence is possibly the best of the film.
Everything about this film is simply functional. Aside from a few great performances, namely from Clift and Sinatra, nothing elevates this from a middle of the road melodrama which strays into dull territory a few too many times. When the script slows down, there is nothing to elevate the film and continue to compel the viewer. It could have used a little visual flair and a better written script.
There are moments in the film that are genuinely compelling, though, and did evoke certain emotions in me. In that way, the film wasn't really a failure. But, aside from the performances, there wasn't much to elevate this past an average movie to me.
great movie till the last ten minutes
Clunkily written, sexist melodrama with a few good performances, a number of poor performances and some paper thin characters. A poor recommendation for post-WW2 revisionist cinema, there is a distinct lack of purpose in any of these characters stories, and how they link to the wartime experience. Lancaster is prone to overacting in his declamatory way, Clift has an enigmatic presence but a hollow character arc and Kerr's character is equally empty. What purpose does the last act attack on Pearl Harbour have to the stories of the 4 protagonists, others than to provide Clift with a reason to ludicrously stagger around bleeding, looking for someone to give him a laughably tragic end?
Sinatra is at least edgy and convincing…
Compelling meldodrama as the small scale dramas of dysfunctional naval base personnel are played out, oblivious to the Sword of Damocles hanging over their lives. When the Japanese attack does come it's almost a moment of relief.
The sharp, cynical script is matched by a uniformly excellent set of lead performances.
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Parkam Foods consists of four companies: Parkam Foods, Tranfoods, Trophy Foods and Freshway. Combined, the companies employ 750 people, with expected revenue for the current fiscal year of approximately US$156-$180 million.
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I am confused about global variables in Python. Sometimes a global variable is shared among all instances of my program and sometimes an instance will create its own version of the global variable.
What I need is to have one handler that handles items put into a global dictionary. There is only one function that adds items to the global dictionary, but this function is run multiple times concurrently.
In views:
global_dict = {}
def handler():
global global_dict
print "Starting handler"
while True:
local_dict = dict(global_dict)
for key, v in local_dict.iteritems():
del global_dict[key]
print "Handled: ", key
def some_function(function_number)
global global_dict
print "Starting function", function_number
for x in y:
key = random.randint(0, 5000000)
print function_number, "giving to handler:", key
global_dict[key] = some_item
I start:
(I use Django so each function is started by calling a url with some parameter)
It prints:
Starting handler
Starting function 1
Starting function 2
Starting function 3
1 giving to handler 111111
2 giving to handler 222222
3 giving to handler 333333
1 giving to handler 444444
2 giving to handler 555555
3 giving to handler 666666
Handled: 111111
Handled: 222222
Handled: 444444
Handled: 555555
The handler never handles the items added by function 3. As far as I can tell, this is because the handler and function 3 each have their own instances of the (supposedly) global variable global_dict. I also verified this by printing out the length of global_dict in some_function(). global_dict in function 3 keeps growing as more items are added.
Note that it is random which functions share an instance of global_dict and which have their own. If I stop everything and run it again, it may be that all instances share global_dict. Or none. Or 3 and 1 along with the handler.


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Men's Hockey Set For Weekend Home-And-Home Series Vs. UMass
The Friars' final regular-season home game will be on Friday night.
No. 9 Men's Hockey Hosts No. 20 Notre Dame For Weekend Series
The Friars and Irish will meet for the first time as Hockey East opponents.
No. 7 Men's Hockey To Host No. 2 Boston College
The Friars and Eagles close out their regular-season series on Friday night at Schneider Arena.
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One of the top goaltenders to ever play at Providence College, the 2011-12 season marked Bob Bellemore's 19th season as an assistant coach with the women's hockey team. In addition to working with the goaltenders, he assisted with scouting and other various duties. He is also involved with the USA hockey elite training camps that take place in Lake Placid, N.Y. Coach Bellemore helps lead the goaltending segment of the camp.
As a sophomore in 1964, he helped the Friars win their first ECAC title and earn their first berth in the NCAA Final Four. Bellemore also starred on the school's baseball team and served as the team's captain his senior year. In 1984, he was inducted into the Providence College Athletic Hall of Fame.
Bellemore began coaching as a part-time assistant for PC's men's hockey team. In 1972, he joined head coach Lou Lamoriello's staff as a full-time assistant - a position he held until 1986. In 1986-87, Bellemore held the title of Arena Director and was in charge of the day-to-day operations of Schneider Arena. Bellemore left Providence College in 1987 to serve as the goaltender coach for the New Jersey Devils. In 1991, he left New Jersey to pursue his master's degree at PC. Since earning his master's degree in special education, Bellemore has been employed as a special education instructor at South Kingston High School. He now serves as a guidance counselor at South Kingston High.
A native of Smithfield, R.I., Bellemore resides in Westerly, R.I., with his wife Marguerite. He has one son, Bruce, a 1991 graduate of PC, who played hockey for two seasons for the Friars. He also is the proud grandfather of nine. Bruce and his wife Eileen, who also graduated from Providence, have triplets, Brendan, Jolie and Laurel and the grandchildren from Marguerite's children include Zachary, Devon, Sofia, Christopher, Alec, Luke, Cole and Sebastian.
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LOS ANGELES - Clayton Kershaw's first matchup with 21-year-old Texas Rangers slugger Joey Gallo was a mixed bag: strikeout, home run, strikeout.
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By Mark Merrill; Mark Merrill (Read by); Tony Dungy (Foreword by)
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Dads, do you want to be a hero to your kids? A go-to coach for your teens? A husband your wife knows she can count on? "All Pro Dad" lays out a game plan built on seven essential fathering truths and ultra-practical insights for the questions every dad needs answered at some point. Like football, fatherhood is about winning. But it's more than just scoring points. It's about winning the hearts and minds of your children and leaving a rich legacy of love for future generations.
With gut-level huddle questions to ask your children and firsthand stories from well-recognized dads (CBS broadcaster James JB Brown, Chick-Fil-A founder and CEO S. Truett Cathy, Grammy Award winning recording artist Michael W. Smith, FedEx Express COO and president, international, Michael Ducker, and more), "All Pro Dad" will stir you, equip you, and inspire you toward the goal of being a champion father and a hero to your kids.
Mark Merrill is the founder and president of Family First, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the family. Mark hosts the Family Minute with Mark Merrill, a nationally syndicated daily radio program. He has appeared on NBC s Today Show, numerous ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC network affiliates and national radio programs. His comments and writings have appeared in publications including USA Today, the Washington Times, and Sports Illustrated.
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Well, we survived our first day of 14 rainy hours on the road, and by 7:30pm, or 8:30 midwest time, we arrived at our campground on Lake Michigan in Indiana. With to-go soup from panera bread, we speed-set-up the tent, inflated the mattress, built a fire, and ate, all before sunset. It's a chilly 50-something degrees... We can see our breath. ...
On into Indiana!
We drove across Iowa to the Mississippi River – we didn't realize that Iowa was bordered west and east by rivers – who knew? One of the TV shows we enjoy is American Pickers. If you don't know the show, it is about 2 guys who travel the back roads of America, "picking" old barns and warehouses for what to most looks like junk but to them ...
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Students and staff at NYIT's Nanjing Campus and its partner, Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications (NUPT), are invited to participate in the visit of U.S. musicians the Campbell Brothers (pictured above) this week, together with folklorists Sandra Kennedy, Josh Kohn, and Nick Spitzer.
The Campbell Brothers will play a concert Thursday evening, 15 May, while Kennedy will deliver lectures on May 15-16 about well-known scholars of the U.S. Southeast. These events are the last in the series known as "Cultures of the American Gulf Coast: Work and Play in Story and Song, from Louisiana to Florida," hosted by the NYIT Center for Humanities and Culture at NUPT. Click here for details.
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MSU topped Wisconsin on Saturday, moving on to the Big Ten Final! It's the first time in the 17 year history of the Big Ten Tournament that MSU and Michigan will meet in the Big Ten Tournament Championship game on Sunday afternoon! WKAR's Al Martin reports from Indianapolis on just what this means to the Spartans and how this one could be a bit of payback for the team.
WKAR's Al Martin reports from Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN as the Michigan State Men's Basketball team tops Northwestern, 67 to 51, moving on to play Wisconsin in the semifinals. Convincing victory for the Spartans to open up the post-season, but as Al reports, this is only step one of their "redemption song."
On February 21, a campus-wide email was sent out by Paulette Granberry Russell, MSU's Title IX Coordinator and director of its Office for Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives. In it, she stated that the university was "collaborating" with the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights. It was later revealed by local news outlets that MSU was in fact under a federal investigation for its policies and response to sexual assault claims.
Comic lovers from across the state will converge in East Lansing this week for the annual MSU Comics Forum. This year's event features an artist alleyway, panel discussions and keynote speaker Stan Sakai.
Yesterday, Michigan State University officials dedicated Morrill Plaza, a kind of interpretative center on the spot where the fabled Morrill Hall once stood. The 113-year-old building, which was built as a women's dormitory, was torn down last year. In its place are several brick markers and a kiosk that showcase MSU's history as the first land-grant university in the nation.
On November 6, 2013, Michigan State University put out the call to people with MSU ties all over the world to shoot and submit video of whatever they were doing that day. The idea was to produce a video seeing the world through the eyes of Spartans for a day. Today, the finished product, called "MSU 360-24", goes online, and there will also be airings on the Big Ten Network.
WKAR's Al Martin gives his postgame report after MSU falls to Michigan this past weekend, 80 to 75. You would think head coach Tom Izzo would be disappointed after losing to his rival, but his reaction afterward was quite the opposite.
MSU's G. Robert Vincent Voice Library houses over 40,000 hours of spoken word recordings. Voices in the collection range from everyday people to cultural and political figures. Over 100,000 voices are captured in the collection, which includes audio dating back to 1888.
Current State's Peter Whorf spoke with John Shaw, supervisor of the Vincent Voice Library.
The role of the academic journal in advancing research findings is changing rapidly. A New York Times article earlier this year looked at the problem of pseudo-academic journals which had names similar to well-established ones, and which charged hefty fees for publication.
WKAR's "Current Sports" reporter, Al Martin, wraps up things from Indy as the Michigan State Spartans defeat Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship. They now get ready to head to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California on January 1st at 5pm.
WKAR's host of "Current Sports," Al Martin, hits the streets of Indy at Lucas Oil Stadium to get reaction from the fans on Michigan State's win over Ohio State to win the Big Ten Championship and book a ticket to go to it's first Rose Bowl since 1988!
Today on Current State: new book examines the turbulent times in East Lansing during the 1960s; a lawsuit strives to give 'personhood' to chimpanzees; a tribute to radio legend Karl Haas at Wharton Center; and one MSU class puts out a cultural guide for international students.
"What does holding hands mean in America?" It may seem like a silly question, but for many international students across the country it's a serious one. Trying to understand another country's customs is difficult, but a new guide is hoping to provide some basics in cultural understanding for international students.
The Spartan football team is basking in the glow of an impressive regular season: 11-1, and the prospect of going to its first Rose Bowl since 1988. Current State's Mark Bashore and Current Sports host Al Martin look back to Saturday's game and ahead to the Big Ten conference championship game Saturday night against Ohio State.
Today on Current State: Michigan Court of Claims update with judge Michael J. Talbot; Great Lakes Month in Review; and Voices of Experience with MSU's George Perles.
Many community stakeholders are interested in building communities that are both socially cohesive and diverse. However, a new report suggests these goals may not be simultaneously attainable.
Travel adventures, culture shock and honest conversations are all topics brought up in a new documentary that follows four American students, one from MSU, and four Chinese students as they travel through China.
Today on Current State: Michigan human trafficking report released; destruction from MSU football tailgating; an 'Interrupting Racism' workshop; and Asian-American stereotypes in the media.
Every home football Saturday here in East Lansing, thousands of people flock to the Michigan State campus to take part in a sacred ritual: tailgating. But the pastime takes a toll. After the celebrating, landscaping personnel at MSU repair damage to grass and trees.
Some of those personnel are calling last Saturday's damage the worst they've seen.
Today on Current State: the history behind Michigan women's suffrage; election fatigue; Michigan's blue economy; local hard cider; and the MSU 360-24 project.
Last year, an ambitious MSU project sent a video crew around the world to document the "world grant" impact of Michigan State. It was called "MSU 360".
Between now and the end of the year, a rare treat will be streaking across the sky. Astronomers and amateur star-gazers alike are awaiting in anticipation for Comet ISON, which many are predicting will be bright enough to be seen with the naked eye.
The local food movement is a growing economic and cultural force in Michigan. We've had a number of conversations on this program about efforts to build sustainable regional food systems, which go beyond farmers markets and food hubs.
Today, some local private businesses are joining MSU and state officials to announce the next step for mid-Michigan–the creation of a "food innovation district". Current State's Kevin Lavery has the story.
Michigan State University's Fairchild Theater recently underwent a major renovation and re-opens next Monday night. Current State's Peter Whorf speaks with MSU College of Music staff and students about the transformation.
Achieving nuclear fusion has proven to be elusive for generations of scientists. According to the BBC, American scientists have brought us one step closer to nuclear fusion's becoming a viable source of clean energy.
Dr. Natalie Phillips, the co-director and lead faculty for Literary Neuroscience and History of Mind at the Digital Humanities and Literary Cognition Lab, integrates the humanities and sciences in her research.
Through literature and brain scans, she analyzes the developmental impact of reading on complex processes in the brain. Dr. Phillips joins us to discuss her research and findings.
7:30pm Monday Oct. 28 LIVE on 90.5 FM | Both wonderful and marvelous -- the music of George Gershwin runs the gamut from the folk opera Porgy and Bess to the classic Rhapsody in Blue. Live from the newly renovated Fairchild Theatre at Michigan State.
Comic book writer Geoff Johns did what many thought impossible. He made Aquaman cool, a feat that only a Spartan could achieve.
At the beginning of the academic semester this fall, a Michigan State University professor became the focus of controversy over a video recorded in his classroom.
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Acuity Boosts Outdoor LED Selection
Acuity Brands has added the D-Series LED Wall luminaires to the D-Series family from Lithonia Lighting.
Contemporary design combined with two sizes, three power packages and six photometric distribution options help create a custom lighting solution suitable for most outdoor lighting applications.
These LED luminaires deliver more than 75 percent in energy savings over traditional metal halide, and have an expected service life of 100,000 hours or more than 20 years of nighttime use, according to Acuity.
The D-Series LED Wall luminaires are highly configurable and include options such as a motion sensor for bi-level dimming, a diffused lens that softens light and an emergency battery back-up for emergency egress lighting.
The D-Series LED Wall luminaire Size 1 is designed for mounting heights between 8 and 20 feet. It delivers lumen packages of 950 to 6,100 lumens and is suitable for replacing 50 to 250 watt metal halide luminaires. The D-Series LED Wall luminaire Size 2 is ideal for mounting heights between 15 and 30 feet and offers lumen packages of 2,000 to 9,500 lumens. It is suitable for replacing 175 to 400 watt metal halide luminaires. The Size 2 is ROAM system capable for wireless control and monitoring.
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Relaxed style can still be polished, as proven by this dropped long-sleeved cardigan. It's crafted from an ultra-soft ribbed knit with an open front and front patch pockets. Use this cozy number to take your sundresses into colder weather without a hitch. Lightweight100% acrylic24" full length, 38" chest, 36" waist, 20" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
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Mornings are tough - make them a little easier by wrapping yourself in this chunky cardigan as soon as you wake up. With a drapey open front, a rich marled knit texture, and an oversized fit, this piece is equally perfect for curling up on the couch with a cup of coffee or tossing over your favorite tee and jeans for a day full of errands. Ribbed trim, long sleevesMedium weight63% polyester, 37% acrylic36.5" full ...
Available in Eggplant, Taupe, Teal
Forever 21+ - Pretty much nothing tops being curled up in a warm sweater in chilly weather. Our current must-have? This long-sleeved cardigan! Crafted from a textured knit, its open front and ribbed trim make it the perfect layering piece for casual comfort. Lightweight90% acrylic, 10% wool22" full length, 40" chest, 38" waist, 22" sleeve lengthMeasured from 1XHand wash coldImported
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An easy way to change up and add more interest to any look? Slip on a dreamy layer like this heathered maxi cardigan. It's understated enough that it won't detract from your outfits, but smart detailing (like an open front and single inverted back pleat for movement, and its subtly ribbed fabric) makes it much more than a simple cover-up. Long sleevesLightweight knit99% rayon, 1% polyester44.25" full length, 42" chest, 42" waist, 25.25" sleeve lengthMeasured ...
Available in Blush, Mustard, Teal
Cold weather calls for cozy cover ups just like this open-front cardigan. With a soft, rich texture, long sleeves, and front patch pockets, this makes a great go-to on weary winter mornings when comfort is key. Wear this with a tailored shirt and cropped chinos to dress it up for work. Ribbed trimLightweight knit61% polyester, 39% acrylic28.5" full length, 46.5" chest, 46.5" waist, 22.5" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
Available in Black, Grey, Rose, Taupe
Style Deals - With a draped open front and asymmetric hem, this cardigan has that of-the-moment flowy silhouette. Plus, like every sweater should, this one will keep you cozily layered. LightweightLong sleeves, ribbed trim100% acrylic33" full length, 36" chest, 44" waist, 26" sleeve lengthMeasured from MediumHand wash coldImported
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Perfect for layering with your go-to jeans and tee combo, this open-knit cardigan is complete with an open-front and long sleeves. Two front pockets and a ribbed trim give off a casual vibe that we plan on utilizing for relaxed days at home or grabbing a latte with the girls. UnlinedLightweight56% cotton, 30% acrylic, 7% nylon, 7% viscose29" full length, 44" chest, 42" waist, 25" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
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The key to being able to linger in bed a little longer on those dreary days when it's extra difficult to get up? No fuss, no brainer versatile basics - better yet, one with elements that make it elevated. With long sleeves, an open front, and ribbed trim, this cardigan is already a snug staple we can get behind. Its stylized touches, a tasseled asymmetrical hem and a shawl collar, make it special and something ...
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Sweater dressing is a necessity during shivery seasons, and you'll look forward to it even more this year if you have this long-sleeved cardigan in your closet. With a downy soft texture, horizontal stripes, and a shawl collar, it already has stylized appeal. What makes it even better? Its open front allowing for ease of movement and its relaxed cut allowing for easy layering. This is one topper you'll turn to when you want cold-weather ...
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Comfy, cute, and featuring a standout southwestern-inspired pattern? We'll take this open-front cardigan pronto. Complete with dropped long sleeves, ribbed trim and a sumptuously soft texture, this laid-back layer allows you to channel your free-spirited side, even when it's cold outside. Lightweight knit100% cotton30" full length, 43" chest, 39.5" waist, 26.5" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
Available in Ivory
A soft slub knit cardigan featuring a draped open-front. Long sleeves. Ribbed trim. Knit. Light to medium weight. DETAILS:26" approx. length from high point shoulder to hem, 40" chest, 38" waist, 26" sleeve length from high point shoulderMeasured from Small55% cotton, 45% acrylicHand wash cold, dry flatImported
Available in Cream
An open-front cardigan featuring knotted fringe trim. Shawl neckline. Drop shoulders. Long sleeves. Ribbed trim. Knit. Medium weight. DETAILS:29" approx. length from high point shoulder to hem, 41" chest, 42" waist, 30" sleeve length from high point shoulderMeasured from Small100% acrylicHand wash cold, dry flatImported
Available in Olive/Black
A draped fringed open-front cardigan featuring a camo pattern. Long sleeves with ribbed trim. Knit. Unlined. Lightweight. DETAILS: 55" approx. length from high point shoulder to hem, 29" chest, 22" waist, 11" sleeve length from high point shoulder Measured from Small 100% polyesterDry clean Imported
Rushed mornings, chilly evenings, and more: there's so many occasions that call for a lightweight layer. This short-sleeved cardigan will do the trick. Its pointelle knit, open front, and ribbed trim give it just enough visual interest without distracting from your perfectly put-together outfit underneath. Lightweight40% rayon, 30% modal, 3% acrylic27" full length, 40" chest, 38" waist, 10" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
Available in Black/Cream
Arm yourself against autumn's chill in the most adorable way with this plushy, practical cardigan. With an open front, long sleeves, and a mix of marled loop-knit and ribbed texture, this super soft stunner is sure to complete your look no matter what it's worn over. Lightweight100% acrylic28" full length, 45" chest, 42" waist, 25" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
Available in Cream, Khaki, Seafoam
An open-front cardigan is possibly the easiest piece to throw on for instant warmth. This one does it even better with its thicker ribbed fabrication and longline silhouette. Still lightweight enough to layer under ensembles as you please, it's one long-sleeved number to add to your arsenal of cold-weather essentials. Plus, its two front patch pockets are perfect for keeping your hands warm during a brisk walk. Knit100% acrylic30.5" full length, 44" chest, 44" waist, ...
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Add just enough whimsy and warmth to wintry looks with this open-front cardigan. Featuring a fuzzy eyelash knit, a sumptuously soft feel, and long sleeves, this playful piece will add interest to even the most simple staples it's worn with. We love keeping it casual with a V-neck, skinnies, and boots. Ribbed trimLightweight100% polyester30" full length, 37" chest, 37" waist, 27" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallMachine wash coldImported
Available in Black/Red, Black/Teal
You know the good ol' days when people weren't afraid to don vibrant hues and mixed patterns? We're bringing those days back - starting with this cardigan! Its chunky knit, two-tone colorblocking, and diamond pattern make this piece one to notice. Open front, long sleevesLightweight, contrast ribbed trim100% acrylic28" full length, 54" chest, 54" waist, 21.5" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
Available in Ivory/Tan
A cardigan featuring a zigzag pattern with knotted fringe trim. open-front. Oversized short sleeves with buttoned accents. Ribbed trim. Knit. Medium weight. DETAILS:34.5" approx. length from high point shoulder to hem, 52" chest, 52" waist, 16.5" sleeve length from high point shoulderMeasured from S/M100% rayonHand wash cold, line dryImported
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Oversized and overly perfect, this open-front cardigan is exactly why we love cold weather! Crafted out of a classic cable knit, this piece features dropped long sleeves which narrow down to ribbed trim, making for a snug fit. Yep, we knew you'd love this as much as we do. Midweight100% acrylic29.5" full length, 48" chest, 54" waist, 31.5" sleeve lengthMeasured from SmallHand wash coldImported
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Forever 21+ - Staying warm will be anything but a chore in this open-front cardigan. It features a unique pixelated stripe pattern, 3/4 sleeves, and contrast ribbed trim. We won't blame you if you want to wear this cute and cozy piece every day. Lightweight knit50% acrylic, 30% viscose, 10% cotton, 10% wool32" full length, 44" chest, 42" waist, 20" sleeve lengthMeasured from 1XHand wash coldImported
Every closet needs a chunky knit cardigan, so why not go for something that is super eye-catching as well! That's why we love this open-front cardigan, featuring a bold geo striped pattern that looks great paired with distressed skinnies and booties. In addition to its long dropped sleeves and oversized flap collar, the thick ribbed trim adds a nice pop to the cozy texture. Midweight60% cotton, 40% acrylic34.5" full length, 40" chest, 44" waist, 28" ...
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Love 21 - Full of personality and interesting geo-striped patterns - this long dolman-sleeved cardigan is about to become a major staple in your wardrobe. It has all the right details, such as long sleeves, a draped open front, and contrasting ribbed trim. Its hemline falls slightly longer in the back, making it a perfect companion to your leggings and skinny jeans. Knit, unlinedLightweight55% cotton, 20% viscose, 20% nylon, 5% wool32" full length, 44" chest, ...


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This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 10/484,334, filed Jun. 28, 2004, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,347,229, which issued from the national stage of PCT/GB02/03236 filed Jul. 15, 2002. The entire contents of these applications are incorporated herein by reference.
The present invention relates to a tubular fabric, a method of making the same and to articles manufactured therefrom, particularly underwired garments such as brassieres.
It is known to produce fabric tubing for receiving a curved underwire. Conventionally such fabric tubing is made by forming three separate fabric strips. The strips are folded and sewn together to form a tube into which an underwire can be received.
A considerable problem with known fabric tubing for underwires is that the ends of the underwires can penetrate the tubing, either during the course of garment manufacture or in use by a wearer.
At present, a significant proportion of brassiere (bra) manufacturers products are returned because of protrusion of the underwire through the fabric tubing.
Underwire protrusion through the tubing is perhaps most commonly the result of washing the garment such as a bra in a washing machine. While such washing is not presently recommended by garment manufacturers, it is commonplace. Clearly, product failure as a result of underwire protrusion is costly and can have a deleterious effect on customer satisfaction.
These problems were addressed in GB 2,309,038, which provided a tubular fabric for receiving an underwire, the fabric comprising a support yarn, an elastomeric yarn and a fusible yarn which was arranged within the fabric tube so that it was capable of forming a penetration barrier.
It was known that the elastomeric yarn was required to lend the fabric a desirable degree of flexibility or "give" which is important, as the fabric must be curved to receive an underwire. GB 2,309,038 noted that if the fabric did not include the elastomeric yarn it would not lie flat and be puckered when the underwire was in position, making the finished product unappealing aesthetically and uncomfortable to wear. GB 2,309,038 noted that a skilled person would appreciate that a range of elastomeric yarns could be employed, and that an elastane e.g. Lycra™ is preferred both for its well proven performance and widespread commercial acceptance. A particularly preferred Lycra™ yarn in GB 2,309,038 is distributed by Wykes of Leicester, England under their product code 2581 and comprises a core of 235 decitex (dtex) Lycra™ (Du Pont) covered on top by 1 fold 78 dtex textured 18 filament Nylon 6 (Du Pont) and on the bottom by 1 fold 78 dtex textured 18 filament Nylon 6 (Du Pont).
In light of GB 2,309,038, it has been surprisingly shown that a fabric tube capable of preventing underwire protrusion can be formed without using an elastomeric yarn.
According to the first aspect the present invention provides a tubular fabric which is particularly useful for receiving an underwire, the fabric comprising a support yarn and a fusible yarn wherein the yarns are formed into a tubular fabric and the fusible yarn is arranged within the fabric tube so that, when fused, it forms a barrier to penetration by a bra wire; characterized in that the fabric does not include an elastomeric yarn.
By "fusible yarn" we include the meaning that the yarn can be melted at a predetermined temperature and cooled to adhere to the support yarn. Advantageously, the fusible yarn melts at less than 100� C., especially 90� C. or less, and can be cooled to produce a material having a higher melting point than the predetermined temperature, and preferably more than 100� C.
The most preferred fusible yarn for use in the invention is a polyamide yarn, especially that sold by EMS-CHEMIE AG of CH-7013 Domat/EMS, Switzerland under the name Grilon™.
Advantageously, the fusible yarn is in the form of a multifilament, preferably comprising 14 filaments.
While fusible yarn in the form of monofilaments, such as those produced by Luxilon Industries in Belgium (under the trade name "Luxilon"), or Toray Industries in Japan, could be used in the present invention, a multifilament yarn is preferred because on melting it spreads more easily over the fabric. In contrast, the melting of a monofilament produces a less even spread which may be less comfortable to a wearer of a finished garment incorporating the tubular fabric of the invention.
Preferably, the fusible yarn is treated by heating whereby it melts and spreads over the interior surface of the tubular fabric. On cooling, the fusible yarn adheres to the other yarns of the fabric to produce a tubular fabric having a durable inner lining of the melted fusible yarn.
Preferably, when the fusible yarn is a polyamide the treatment to melt the fusible yarn comprises a conventional polyamide fabric dyeing process.
The temperature involved in the dyeing process exceeds the melting point of the fusible polyamide yarn. Conveniently, the fusible polyamide yarn is Grilon™ having a melting point of 85� C. Typical polyamide dyeing processes reach temperatures of around 100� C.
A particular preferred feature of Grilon™ is that on cooling it retains a melting point "memory" for the temperature reached during the dyeing process i.e. after the dyeing process its melting point changes from 85� C. to 100� C. or more. It will be appreciated that this feature confers the important advantage that the tubular fabric product will not deteriorate on washing by a user in a washing machine because the "new" melting point of the melted fusible yarn will not be reached during normal washing.
A skilled person will understand that a fusible yarn of the invention is intended to include any yarn which can melt at a predetermined temperature, preferably 70-90� C., more preferably 75-90� C., and adhere to other yarns of the fabric to form a penetration barrier. On cooling, the melted fusible yarn preferably produces a coating, which has a melting temperature in excess of the predetermined temperature and preferably in excess of 100� C.
Preferably, the support yarn is a polyamide, especially a textured polyamide. The support yarn is preferably composed of multifilaments. Preferred support yarns include Nylon 6 or Nylon 66 sold by Du Pont, which comprises a 24 filament, textured polyamide yarn.
It is preferred that the fusible yarn and the support yarn are composed of the same material, advantageously a polyamide, so that they can be adhered to one another easily and so that their respective dyeing properties will be the same. A uniformity of dyeing throughout the fabric of the invention is an important commercial and aesthetic consideration.
Fabrics of the first aspect of the invention do not include an elastomeric yarn. By "does not include an elastomeric yarn" it is meant that substantially no elastomeric yarn is present in the fabric so that significant flexibility or "give" is not conferred upon the fabric by virtue of the presence of an elastomeric yarn. Typically the amount of elastomeric yarn present in the fabric of the invention will be less than 0.5%, preferably less than 0.25%, more preferably less than 0.1%, even more preferably less than 0.05%, yet more preferably less than 0.01%, most preferably 0% by weight. Put another way, in the most preferred aspect the fabric of the invention does not have any elastomeric yarn. The term "elastomeric yarn" has a meaning well known in the art and is typically an elastane, e.g. Lycra™, such as product code 2581 distributed by Wykes of Leicester, a particularly preferred Lycra™ of the prior art patent GB 2,309,038.
The term "underwire" is intended to include any substantially rigid structural member and it need not be made from a metal. For example, a structural member formed from a substantially rigid plastic or from bone may be preferred in certain garments incorporating the tubular fabric of the invention. Such structural members are intended to fall within the scope of the term "underwire" as used herein.
In a second aspect the invention provides a method for making a tubular fabric which is particularly useful for receiving an underwire, comprising providing a support yarn and a fusible yarn wherein the yarns are formed into a tubular fabric and the fusible yarn is arranged within the fabric tube so that, when fused, it forms a barrier to penetration by a bra wire; and characterized in that the fabric does not include an elastomeric yarn.
Preferably, the yarns are formed into a tubular fabric by a weaving process. While the tubular fabric can also be formed by a knitting process, a weaving process is preferred because, in general, weaving produces a denser fabric than an equivalent knitting process. Also, a knitted fabric is typically less comfortable than a woven fabric due to its more open structure.
The fabric tubing is preferably formed by weaving two fabric tapes. The tapes are overlaid and their edges joined by edge threads, rising from the bottom tape to the top tape and vice versa.
Each tape preferably has two weft threads (one being a fusible yarn and the other a support yarn) inserted by one needle and knitted by a catch thread onto a latch needle.
It is possible to make a similar tubular fabric using a single weft needle. However, the production rate would be reduced significantly in comparison to the rate possible with a double weft needle. This is because the single needle would require approximately twice the number of picks to produce a fabric having the same strength as that produced by a double needle.
The weaving operation can be performed using a conventional narrow fabric loom. A preferred loom is produced by Jakob Muller AG, of Frick CH-5070 Frick, Switzerland and is known as Model Muller NF 6/27, and is fitted with a Muller NF system 3 catch thread attachment.
Preferably, threads are woven more loosely on one side (bottom) and the edges of the other side (top) to produce "soft" surfaces for increased comfort to a subsequent wearer.
Preferably the yarns are textured for improved comfort and low shrinkage properties. Advantageously, the yarns are composed of multifilaments.
A particularly preferred polyamide yarn is 2 fold 78 dtex textured Nylon 6 or Nylon 66 comprising 20/23 air mingled filaments. These yarns are available from Du Pont.
Preferably, the fusible yarn is 1 fold 75 dtex 14 filament Grilon™ K-85, available from EMS, Switzerland.
Preferably the fabric further comprises a catch thread which serves to make a smaller softer knitted edge. Conveniently, the catch thread comprises 1 fold 44 dtex air mingled 13 filament or a 78 dtex 23 filament 1 fold textured Nylon 6 or Nylon 66 (Du Pont).
A skilled person will appreciate that the term decitex (dtex) refers to the thickness of the yarn. Yarns having a lower dtex than the preferred dtex mentioned above would produce a thinner fabric, which may be less comfortable to wear. Yarns with a higher dtex would produce a thicker fabric, which may be less flexible.
In the finished fabric weight the percentages of the different yarns are preferably in the ranges:
(i) fusible yarn 5-12%, especially approximately 8%;
(ii) catch thread less than 1%; and
(iii) support yarn—balance to give 100%
If monofilament yarn is used for the fusible yarn, more yarn may be required to achieve satisfactory spreading, and the preferred range is from 5-20%, especially approximately 10%.
Preferably, the yarns are preshrunk using conventional heat treatments/washing. This improves the dimensional stability of the final fabric product.
Preferably, the methods of the invention comprise a further step of treating the tubular fabric by heating to melt the fusible yarn so that it spreads over the tubular fabric and is capable of forming a barrier to penetration by a bra wire. On cooling, the melted yarn adheres to the other yarns of the fabric to form a durable inner tube lining.
Advantageously, when the fusible and support yarns are polyamide, the treatment comprises a conventional polyamide fabric dyeing process, which involves temperatures in excess of the melting point of the fusible yarn.
The preferred fusible polyamide yarn is 1 fold 75 dtex 14 filament Grilon™ yarn, which has a predetermined melting point of approximately 85� C.
Dyeing can be achieved using a continuous pad/steam process; or by a vat (exhaust dyeing) process. In both methods the process is preferably controlled so that the temperature does not fall below a predetermined temperature which is in excess of the melting point of the fusible yarn. The dyeing temperature is typically 100� C. or more.
After dyeing, the dyed fabric tubing is dried and cooled.
Conveniently, the fabric can be further treated with a normal dyed fabric finishing step such as acid treatment (using citric acid) to reduce the pH of the finished fabric to less than 4 and thereby protect the fabric from phenolic yellowing which can arise if the fabric is exposed to nitrogen oxide fumes.
The fabric tubing produced in accordance with the invention has a durable inner lining of fusible yarn, which is extremely resistant to penetration by underwires.
In a preferred embodiment a fabric of the present invention has substantially no stretch characteristics in the width direction. By "substantially no stretch characteristics in the width direction" is included the meaning that the fabric typically stretches by not more than 5%, usually by not more than 3%, more preferably by not more than 2%, even more preferably by not more than 1%, yet more preferably by not more than 0.5%, most preferably the fabric will have substantially no stretch at all in the width direction.
According to a third embodiment of the invention there is provided a method of making a tubular fabric comprising providing a support yarn and an elastomeric yarn and a fusible yarn, the yarns being arranged into a tubular fabric or a fabric that is formed into a tubular fabric, whereby the fusible yarn is arranged within the fabric so that, when fused, it forms a barrier to penetration of the tubular fabric by a bra wire; the method comprising treating the fabric so that the yarn strands substantially across the width of the fabric are forced closer together to impart stretch into the fabric in the length direction.
It will be appreciated that a significant advantage of the methods of the third aspect of the invention is that one can reduce the amount of elastomeric yarn in the fabric because the stretch properties of the fabric are conferred by the treatment means. Since elastomeric yarns are generally the most expensive component of the fabric, the methods of the invention can be used to achieve significant cost savings in comparison to corresponding fabric which has not been treated to impart stretch and which therefore relies on the incorporation of elastomeric yarn to confer stretch properties to the fabric.
The composition and production of fabric according to the third embodiment of the invention is preferably as described in GB 2,309,038 B to Price Shepshed Ltd.
Stretch characteristics may be imparted in any of the fabrics of the invention by treating the fabric in such, a manner that the yarn strands substantially across the width of the fabric are forced closer together thus imparting stretch into the fabric in the length direction. A preferred treatment for imparting stretch involves the application of heat and pressure to the fabric. This process is termed compressive shrinkage and is described in EP 0,705,356 and WO 01/11131. Compressive shrinkage can be achieved by use of a machine which comprises means for applying heat and pressure to a woven fabric, and transport means for effecting relative movement between the heat and pressure application means and the fabric whereby passage of the fabric through the apparatus results in the yarn strands substantially across the width of the fabric being forced closer together. Typically this imparts a semi-permanent stretch into the fabric.
Preferably the stretch is imparted in the length direction. More preferably, substantially no stretch is imparted in the width direction. Put another way, more preferably the stretch of the fabric in the width direction is substantially unchanged by the compressive shrinkage process.
One passage through the machine will usually be sufficient to impart stretch into the fabric in the length direction, although 2, 3, 4, 5 or more passes may be used.
At the temperature typically used in compressive shrinkage, thermoplastic yarns within the fabric are heat set so that the extra elasticity imparted to it by the compressive shrinking process is rendered "permanent". Such temperatures typically need to be hot enough to melt the fusible yarn (e.g. Grilon™) but not hot enough to melt nylon. Typically synthetic materials need relatively high temperatures, e.g. about 80-200�, typically about 85-200�, usually about 180� C., to cause compressive shrinkage. Thus, while the sleeve used in a compression machine may be constructed with any suitable substance, typically rubber, it is preferred to use a sleeve compound such as EPDM which is less likely to become degraded and hard at these temperatures.
EP 0,705,356 describes a method of imparting a stretch into a fabric which is made permanent by simultaneous bonding of the fabric to a synthetic interlining fabric, and is useful for producing a waistband interlining. WO 01/11131 describes a method of producing a two-way stretchable fabric by compressive shrinkage, which is useful for producing lining fabrics, particularly for lining garments which themselves have stretch characteristics, e.g. produced with Lycra™ or equivalent yarns, such as skirts, jacquard and other plain or printed ribboning, tape or labelling, and can utilize woven fabrics, synthetic non-woven or knitted fabrics.
The process of compressive shrinkage may take place after, before or simultaneously with the process of melting the fusible yarn and/or dyeing the fabric. By "simultaneously" is meant that the temperature of the fabric is not allowed to return to room temperature between melting, dyeing and compressive shrinkage processes. Typically compressive shrinkage is performed after melting and/or dyeing.
Preferred embodiments of the invention will now be described by way of non-limiting examples, with reference to the following drawings in which:
The preferred fusible polyamide, Grilon™ K-85, has a melting point of approximately 85� C. and a preferred yarn count dtex of 75. According to the manufacturer's technical data sheet Grilon™ K-85 has the following properties:
1. Formation of Tubular Fabric
As shown in
Each tape has its two weft threads Wf inserted by one needle N and knitted by a catch thread 7 onto a latch needle 8. Threads are preferably woven more loosely onto one side (bottom) B and the edges of the other side (top) T to give the fabric tube a soft feel to a wearer, as shown in
The tubular fabric is preferably produced using a Muller model NF 6/27 Narrow Fabric Loom fitted with a catch thread attachment (Muller NF System 3).
The loom includes twelve Heald frames. To produce each tape of fabric 2 weft needles, a catch thread attachment, 4 weft thread feeds and 4 weft thread stop motions (designed to stop the machine should the weft thread break) are employed.
As shown in
The loom settings are within the general knowledge of skilled person and are as set out in the relevant manufacturer's operation manual.
As mentioned previously, the tubular fabric could be produced by a knitting process employing a known fine gauge multi-bar warp or crochet knitting machine.
The preferred method of the invention produces a tubular fabric comprising a polyamide yarn and a fusible polyamide yarn, preferably Grilon™ K-85, capable of forming a barrier to penetration by a bra wire within the fabric tube. While such a product may be a valuable commercial product in itself, it is preferably subjected to a further heat treatment step to provide a durable lining of fused polyamide on the interior surface of the fabric tubing. Preferably it is also subjected to heat and pressure to impart stretch into the fabric in the length direction.
2. Heat Treatment to Form Durable Tube Lining
In the preferred method the heat treatment step is carried out by a conventional polyamide dyeing process. The vat dyeing process is preferred when the fabric is to be dyed with dark colors such as red, black or blue, whereas the continuous dyeing process is preferred for whites, creams and pastel colors.
2. (i) A suitable continuous pad-steam dyeing process of the invention can be carried out with a conventional dyeing machine such as a MAGEBA™ Pad Steamer range produced by MAGEBA Textile machines GMBH & Co.
Preferably the conventional device is modified by the addition of a temperature sensing means which monitors the temperature within the dyeing machine. If the temperature falls below a predetermined level e.g. 90� C. (in excess of the melting point of the fusible Grilon™ yarn, an indicator such as a flashing light or buzzer is activated to warn an operator so that appropriate action can be taken to increase the temperature, as required.
Undyed tubular fabric of the invention is fed, at a rate of approximately 15 meters per minute, into the dye padding unit of the dyeing machine, which utilises a conventional polyamide dye (e.g. available from Hoechst, Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz). The fabric then passes into the atmospheric steamer unit where the fusible Grilon™ yarn melts. The fabric is then passed into excess dye wash off baths, size tanks and into drying cylinders (e.g. a drying unit sold by Mageba).
Throughout the process the fabric is maintained under a fixed tension by means of appropriately positioned automatic dancer arms.
The fabric residence time in the steamer unit is 2-3 minutes, preferably 2.75 minutes at a temperature of from 100-105� C. The tubular fabric is dried uniformly while controlling the tension of the fabric so that the dimensional stability of the fabric is optimized.
2. (ii) In the vat dyeing process a known Pegg Pulsator can be used. This machine comprises a stainless steel tank in which a dyeing solution can be heated and stirred.
Fabric to be dyed is assembled into 50 meter hanks tied loosely with string bands. The hanks are put into a dyeing solution and heated until the solution boils (which melts the Grilon™ K-85 yarn). Boiling is preferably continued for at least approximately 45 minutes. The dyed fabric hanks are then removed from the tank, rinsed and dried.
A temperature control is used to warn the operator if the temperature falls below 90� C. during the boiling step.
The tubular fabric of the invention is particularly suitable for receiving underwires and is useful in the manufacture of a range of underwired garments including bras, basques and swimming costumes. The tubular fabric of the invention can be incorporated into a garment before or after the underwire is located.
3. Compressive Shrinkage
Stretch in the length direction may be imparted to open (i.e. non-tubular) or closed (i.e. tubular) tubular fabric of the invention by compressive shrinkage. The open or closed tubular fabric is fed, under heated conditions as described above, into the nip between the roller and the sleeve of an apparatus as described in WO 01/11131. The positioning of the roller causes the path of the open or closed tubular fabric to change from convex to concave, thus compressing the fabric. The fabric is then allowed to fall away and shrinkage is retained. Grounded anti-static bars may be positioned to remove static from the system allowing fabric to fall away from the roller without the stretch-effect being reduced or destroyed by static electricity.
Closed fabric according to the invention (as defined by
The compression of the fabric refers to the reduction in length of the fabric when subjected to compressive shrinkage. The compression value of 5 to 10% means that for every meter of fabric treated one will obtain 90 to 95 cm of compressed fabric.
The stability value refers to the amount of shrinkage of the fabric when subjected to a normal washing process following compression. A stability value of −3.0% means that upon washing one meter of fabric shrinks to 97 cm.
The advantage of imparting stretch to the fabric in the length direction is that the stretch allows the fabric to lie flat without puckering when it is machined into garments, for example, when it is curved to receive the bra wire. By imparting stretch into the fabric by mechanical means the need to incorporate an elastomeric yarn, such as Lycra™, to impart stretch is obviated. This leads to considerable cost savings as the elastomeric yarn is relatively expensive compared to the other yarns of the fabric (other than the fusible yarn). Of course, the incorporation of some elastomeric yarn may still be desirable and such an embodiment falls within the third aspect of the invention.
4. Tubular Fabric Production From a Flat Fabric
A further preferred embodiment of the invention relates to the production of the tubular fabric of the invention from a flat strip of fabric.
The flat fabric can be formed into a tubular fabric by a variety of methods. For example, the OB1 AT116 system: produced by Sew Systems Ltd., S.U.D. Building, 22a Griffin Road, Clevedon, N Somerset, BS21 6HH, England provides a convenient automated method whereby flat fabric is passed through a folder system which takes the single flat strip and forms it into a tubular form which is sewn into the garment.
As the flat fabric is sewn into the garment, a bra wire is inserted as the fabric is formed into the tubular form.
The flat fabric has the same composition and general method of manufacture as the fabric described in the other embodiments.
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