This text is based on the premise that quality is built into any product from conception to delivery to the ultimate consumer. Kadolph, a highly respected authority on textiles, recognizes the specific needs and expectations of a target market and the unique characteristics and interactions inherent in a finished fabric. The information enables students and professionals to determine the quality, specifications and consistency among products.
* Understanding Quality Assurance - Introduction to Quality Assurance - Linking Products, Quality and Customers - Understanding Standards and Specifications - Introduction to Testing * Materials Testing - Specifying and Evaluating Materials - Durability Testing - Evaluating Material Contributions to Comfort, Safety and Health - Evaluating Care, Appearance Retention, Colourfastness and Weather Resistance - Specifying and Evaluating Colour Requirements * Product Specifications and Analysis - Developing Standards and Specifications for Products - Inspecting products - Evaluating Products - Sampling a Lot and Developing Acceptance Levels * Integration and Data Analysis - Total Quality Management - Analytical Tools **Instructors Guide available on request