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nonwoven textile technician

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Nonwoven textile technicians perform operations related to setting up non-woven processes.

8159.7 ISCO 8159 ESCO source
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3

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Essential knowledge 1 competence

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nonwoven machine technology

Manufacturing of nonwoven fabrics according to specification. Development, manufacture, properties and evaluation of nonwoven fabrics.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

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control textile process

Planning and monitoring textile production to achieve control on behalf of quality, productivity and delivery time.

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develop specifications of technical textiles

Developing specifications for fibre based technical products with functional performances.

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distinguish accessories

Distinguish accessories in order to determine differences among them. Evaluate accessories based on their characteristics and their application in wearing apparel manufacturing.

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distinguish fabrics

Distinguish fabrics in order to determine differences among them. Evaluate fabrics based on their characteristics and their application in wearing apparel manufacturing.

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manufacture non-woven filament products

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture nonwoven filament products, keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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measure yarn count

Be able to measure yarn length and mass to assess fineness of roving, sliver and yarn in different measuring systems.Also able to convert into the various numbering system such as tex, Nm, Ne, denier, etc.

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maintain work standards

Maintaining standards of work in order to improve and acquire new skills and work methods.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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textile technologies

Textile technologies to design, manufacture and evaluate the properties of textiles.

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Optional skills and competences 2 competences

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manufacture nonwoven staple products

Perform the operation, monitoring and maintenance of machines and processes to manufacture nonwoven staple products, keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

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test physical properties of textiles

Evaluate the physical properties of textiles by using testing methods, normally in accordance with a standard. It includes fibre identification and trouble shooting.

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