Patent ID: 7409769
Filing Date: 2008-08-12
Classification: D03D,D06H,D10B

Abstract:
1. A method of producing a fabric which has a procedure map thereon, the procedure map comprising at least one set of machine-made markings which (a) is at many points across the breadth and throughout the length of the fabric, (b) identifies at least one characteristic of the fabric, said at least one characteristic being selected from the group consisting of lengthwise straight of grain, crosswise straight of grain, true bias, position of a decorative pattern, repeat of a decorative pattern, up-down direction, fabric width measured perpendicular to a selvedge, and fabric length measured parallel to a selvedge, (c) directly contacts fibers of the fabric, and (d) is not part of a decorative pattern; the method comprising the step of using a machine to impart the procedure map to the fabric.