Chapter-30: TEXTILES AND CLOTHING

      JS 5: 1971

Method for the determination of the width of woven or knitted fabrics when relaxed at zero tension

Specifies requirements for determining the width of woven and knitted fabrics. Does not

apply to fabrics that contain rubber and synthetic elastomeric threads or those that extend or relax appreciably when subjected to handling or cyclic changes in relative humidity.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

     JS 6: 1971

Method for the determination of the length of woven or knitted fabrics when relaxed at zero tension

Specifies requirements for determining the length of woven and knitted fabrics. Does not apply to fabrics that contain rubber and synthetic elastomeric threads or those that extend or relax appreciably when subjected to handling or cyclic changes in relative humidity.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

    JS 11: 1971

Methods for the determination of stiffness of cloth

Describes a method for determining the bending length and flexural rigidity of textile fabrics by means of a fixed angle fleximeter. Not applicable to fabrics that curl or twist badly when cut into small pieces nor those that show a noticeable time effect when allowed to bend under their own weight.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 3801.

JS 12: 1971

Methods for the analysis of woven fabric construction

Details methods for recording fabric weaves and determining the

(a)  number of threads per inch in woven fabrics

(b)  crimp of yarn in cloth

(c)  twist in yarn

(d)  count of yarn removed from fabrics, free from added matter

(e)  weights of the warp and the weft threads per unit area of cloth.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1 and JS 15.

      JS 13: 1971

Method for the ballistic tear testing of woven fabrics

Provides a ballistic method of measuring tearing force of woven fabrics in which a tear will proceed from an initial cut in a direction parallel to the warp or weft threads.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

      JS 14: 1971

Methods of testing the strength of yarns from packages. Determination of breaking load and extension

Determines the breaking load and breaking extensions of yarns from packages. Procedures are included for specimens conditioned in the atmosphere for testing as well as in the wet state.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

     JS 15: 1971

Yarn count systems and their conversions

Details the direct and indirect systems of designating yarn count and the interconversion within and between each system.

     JS 16: 1971

Methods for the measurement of distortion in bowed and skewed fabrics

Specifies methods for measuring distortion in terms of bow and skew in woven textile fabrics. Tolerance on the magnitude of the defect is not included.

    JS 17: 1971

Method for determining the fluidity of cotton, rayons and cellulose acetate in cuprammonium hydroxide solution

Describes the preparation of the standard cuprammonium solvent. Details the use of the viscometer in the measurements of the fluidity of solutions of cotton, rayon and cellulose acetate.

   JS 18: 1971

Method for the determination of trash content of cotton and waste

Details the use of the Shirley Analyzer to separate trash from the lint by utilizing the difference in the buoyancies in air. Method primarily intended for spinners. Although absolute separation is not practicable, the procedure is devised to attain as complete a separation as possible with the type of material normally encountered in cotton spinning.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

  JS 40: 1975

Glossary of terms relating to textiles and clothing

Defines terms used in the textile industry and can be used as a basic dictionary for manufacturers, traders and consumers.

  JS 46: 1976

Cotton thread

Applies to cotton sewing thread, unbleached, bleached, and dyed, treated or untreated, for use in high-speed sewing machines and for hand sewing.

Read in conjunction with JS 14.

    JS 49: 1976

Sizing of men’s and boys’ underwear

Establishes a range of size fittings and minimum measurements for boys’ and men’s ready-made underwear made from circular knitted cotton, cotton blend cloths and woven materials. Underwear includes ‘T’ shirts (undershirts), vests, elastic top briefs and boxer shorts.

   JS 53: 1977

The sizing of industrial uniforms

Details the size designations and minimum measurements of all types of ready-made industrial uniforms including lab coats, overalls and aprons. This is applicable to garments sold over the counter whether locally made or imported but not custom made articles.

   JS 54: 1977

Method for the determination of dimensional stability of warp-knitted and woven fabrics made from nylon 6.6 (boiling water test)

Describes a method of test for the determination of the stability of warp-knitted and woven fabrics made from continuous-filament nylon 6.6 yarn. Not suitable for the determination of the dimensional stability of these fabrics to washing.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1.

   JS 56: 1977

Definitions of terms relating to zippers

Defines terms relating to zippers having individual interlocking elements only. Illustrations are given.

     JS 57: 1977

Polyester thread (continuous multifilament)

Details the classification, general and detailed requirements, sampling and labelling of

continuous multifilament polyester sewing thread used for machine and hand sewing.

Read in conjunction with JS 14.

     JS 58: 1997

Method for the determination of the seam slippage of woven fabrics

Describes a method of determining the liability to slippage of woven fabrics at stitched seams. Applies to apparel, household furnishing and upholstery fabrics but not to industrial fabrics, e.g. belting.

     JS 64: 1977

Manufacture of boys’ and girls’ school clothing

Prescribes minimum standards of manufacture for boys’ and girls’ school clothing considered to be essential for the production of durable and serviceable garments.

      JS 65: 1977

Nylon thread (continuous multifilament)

Details the manufacturing, sampling and labelling requirements for continuous multifilament nylon thread.

      JS 66: 2000

Silk thread

Specifies requirements for silk threads used for hand or machine sewing. Outlines requirements for silk threads of machine twist, button hole twist, hand sewing and embroidery classifications. 

ISBN 976-604-316-7

       JS 67: 1977

Linen thread

Includes detailed requirements and tests for sulphur content and non-fibrous material content of linen thread.

       JS 68: 1978

Measuring zipper dimensions

Describes procedures for measuring

(a)  Thickness, flatness, straightness and width of zipper chain

(b)  length of zipper or parts

(c)  longitudinal shrinkage, and

(d)  tape width of all types and sizes of zippers.

Read in conjunction with JS ISO 6348 and JS ISO 6741-1 and JS 56.

       JS 79: 1981

Method of test for flameproof materials

Prescribes a method of test for determining whether or not a material is flameproof. It applies to all materials which are in the form of flat flexible sheets or can, by cutting, be converted into flat sheets.

Read in conjunction with JS 80, JS 81 and JS 82.

      JS 80: 1981

The performance requirements of flameproof materials for clothing and other purposes

Specifies the performance requirements and marking of flameproof materials. Two types of flameproofness are dealt with - durable and inherent.

Read in conjunction with JS 79 and JS 81.

     JS 81: 1981

Methods of test for the flammability of fabrics

Describes two methods of test for determining the flammability of textiles and for expressing their flame-resistance properties by numerical ratings. It applies to fabrics, of all constructions, which are in the form of flat sheets or may, by cutting be converted into flat sheets. These methods are not intended for the assessment of flameproof fabrics for industrial use.

     JS 82: 1981

Performance requirements of fabrics described as of low flammability

Details a method of test and labelling requirements for textile fabrics described as of low flammability.

Read in conjunction with JS 81.

     JS 83: 1982

Cloth: denim, cotton

Sets out general, detailed requirements for cotton and denim materials.

Read in conjunction with JS 1: Part 1 and relevant sections of the JS ISO 105 series.

    JS 113: 1985

Expanded vinyl coated fabrics for upholstery

Specifies general and detailed requirements for coated fabrics manufactured primarily for upholstery use by applying a continuous coating of PVC to one side of a knitted cloth.

ISBN 976-604-005-2

    JS 159: 1994

Guide to the assessment of garment quality

Provides a guide for inspectors examining the quality of coats, dresses, skirts, trousers,

pants, shorts, shirts, blouses and pyjamas.

ISBN 976-604-081-8

   JS 169: 1988

Towel: cotton, turkish

Specifies the requirements for the cotton turkish towels.

ISBN 976-604-096-6

    JS 285: 2000

Designation of ticket numbers of industrial sewing threads

Method for designation of ticket numbering of industrial sewing threads.

It covers sewing threads made wholly or in part from man-made fibres and sewing threads made from cotton.

ISBN 976-604-387-6

     JS 287: 2000

Fabrics from cellulosic fibres, synthetic fibres and blends

Specifies minimum performance requirements for a range of woven knitted fabrics made from cellulosic fibres, synthetic fibres and blends of synthetic fibres with cellulosic fibres, suitable for the manufacture of uniforms and workwear garments. 

ISBN 976-604-317-5

    JS 288: Part 1: 2000

Interlinings. Part 1: Nonwoven sew-in interlinings

Specifies requirements for nonwoven sew-in interlinings for uniform clothing, for large users such as government departments, fire services, hospitals and local authorities.               

ISBN 976-604-349-3

     JS 288: Part 2: 2000

Interlinings. Part 2: Nonwoven fusible  interlinings

Specifies requirements for nonwoven fusible interlinings for uniform clothing, for large users such as government departments, fire services, hospitals and local authorities.               

ISBN 976-604-348-5

     JS 290: 2000

Industrial sewing threads made wholly or in partly from synthetic fibres

Specifies requirements for industrial sewing threads containing synthetic material.

Deals with industrial synthetic sewing threads made from the following substrates and combination of substrates: continuous filament, fibre, air-jet textured polyester…etc.

ISBN 976-604-400-7

     JS 292: 2001

Industrial sewing threads made from linen (flax) or cotton

Specifies requirements for industrial sewing threads manufactured from the following substrates:.

  1. linen sewing threads manufactured from flax fibre (Linum usitatissimum):
  2. cotton sewing threads manufactured from cotton fibre (Gossypium)

ISBN 976-604-314-0

     JS ISO 105-B01: 2014

Method of test for textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to light – Daylight

Specifies a method intended for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to the action of daylight.

This method allows the use of two different sets of blue wool references. The results from the two different sets of references may not be identical.

ISBN 978-976-604-636-1

     JS ISO 105-B03: 1994

Method of test for textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to weathering - Outdoor exposure

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds except loose fibres to the action of weather as determined by outdoor exposure.

ISBN 976-604-257-8

     JS ISO 105-C01: 2001

Specifies test No.1 of a series of five washing test that Textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to washing - Test 1have been established to investigate the fastness to washing of coloured textiles and which between them cover the range of washing procedures from mild to severe.

ISBN 976-604-390-6

    JS ISO 105-D02: 1993

Method of test for textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to rubbing - Organic solvents

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms except loose fibre, to the combined action of rubbing and of organic solvents used in spot-cleaning. 

ISBN 976-604-259-4

  JS ISO 105-E02: 2013

Textiles – Test for colour fastness – Part E02 : Colour fastness to sea water

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to immersion in sea water.   ISBN 978-976-604-594-4

  JS ISO 105-E08: 1994

Method of test for textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to hot water

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles to the action of hot water

ISBN 976-604-274-8

   JS ISO 105-E11: 1994

Method of test for textiles – Test for colour fastness: Colour fastness to steaming

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to the action of colour fastness to steaming.

Replaces section 9 of JS 3.          

ISBN 976-604-276-4

    JS ISO 105-N01: 1993

Method of test for textiles – Tests for colour fastness: Colour fastness to bleaching - Hypochlorite

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the colour of textiles to the action of bleaching.

Replaces Section 28 of JS 3.

ISBN 976-604-275-6

    JS ISO 105-X05: 2001

Textiles – Tests for colour fastness, part X05: Colour fastness to organic solvents

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the Colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to organic solvents.

ISBN 976-604-304-3

   JS ISO 105-X11: 2001

Textiles – Tests for Colour fastness,  part X11: Colour fastness to hot pressing

Specifies a method for determining the resistance of the Colour of textiles of all kinds and in all forms to ironing and to processing on hot cylinders.

ISBN 976-604-302-7

  JS ISO 3801: 2000

Textiles: Woven fabrics – Determination of mass per unit length and mass per unit area

Specifies methods for the determination of the mass per unit length and mass per unit area of woven fabrics that have been conditioned in the standard atmosphere for testing.

Replaces   JS 9.

ISBN 976-604-318-3

  JS ISO 6330 : 2012

Textiles — Domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing

Specifies domestic washing and drying procedures for textile testing. The procedures are applicable to textile fabrics, garments or other textile articles which are subjected to appropriate combinations of domestic washing and drying procedures. This International Standard also specifies the reference detergents and ballasts for the procedures.                                                                                           ISBN 978-976-604-592-0

    JS ISO 6348: 2000

Textiles – Determination of mass: Vocabulary

Defines the principal terms relating to the quantification of the mass of water and extractable matter contained in a textile material. 

ISBN 976-604-322-1


 

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