ASBCI Publications (Books)

Publications All prices are exclusive of Post and Packaging
	'Tried & Tested' An introduction to colour and laboratory test methods and procedures Including: Categorisation of testing and assessment Standard methods Specifications and Tolerances Laboratory facilities and requirements Laboratory Accreditation Testing to a specification Health and safety Labelling schemes Review of common test methods Restricted substances Interpretation of results and commercial significance Glossary A4 Technical Booklet, 92 pages Member price: £10 Non-member price: £15
	'Wrinkle Free' Including: Why Resin Finish? Processes Selection of Fabric Garment Requirements Interlinings Garment Assembly / Sewing Threads Garment Preparation Selection of Bath Chemicals / Resin Dip Pressing Oven Curing A4 Technical Booklet, 30 pages Member price: £5 Non-member price: £10	'Introduction to Colour in Clothing and Textiles' Providing knowledge and understanding about the sensation and science of colour Including: Importance of Colour The Psychology of Colour How the eye sees Colour Communication Defining Colour Numerically Colour Differences Instrumental Colour Differences Electronic Colour Communication A5 colour booklet , 44 pages Member price: £10 Non-member price: £15
	'Make Or Break' A Technical Information Guide on Needles, Threads and Stitches Including: Stitch Types Seam types - Classification & Terminology Specialised Feed Mechanisms The Sewing Machine Needle Sewing Threads Manufacture Package Types Glossary of Terms A5 colour booklet, 60 pages Member price: £10 Non member price: £15	Colour Clues - An introduction to the colouration of textiles and clothing Including: Dyes – Choosing the right ones! Textiles and Coloration Cost of Coloration Colour Matching Methods Laboratory Services & Support Glossary of Terms A5 booklet, 74 pages Member price: £10 Non-member price: £15
	"Caring For Your Clothes" A comprehensive technical booklet of information regarding the complex subject of care labelling and aftercare of apparel Including: Review of EU Care Label Symbols Changes in Cleaning Processes Effect of Fibre, Fabric Construction and Finish on Aftercare Properties Care Label Selection Product Liability Common Pitfalls and Misuses in Care Labelling Tips and Hints for Good Aftercare of Apparel A5 Technical Booklet, 78 pages Member price: £10 Non-member price: £15	ASBCI Interlining Book 1 The composition and manufacture of fusible and sew-in linings ASBCI Interlining Book 2 Fusing presses and the fusing operation ASBCI Interlining Book 3 Troubleshooting guide and glossary of terms ASBCI Interlining Book 4 Testing of interlinings and theory of adhesion ASBCI Interlining Book 5 Outer fabric / interlining construction Members price : £10 each Non-members price: £15 each
	"JOINING FORCES" A comprehensive technical book created to consider the many and varied types of fastenings that are currently on the market. When designing a garment, not only should the outer fabric be considered but also how any additional components such as buttons, zips, and other fasteners, together with trims and interlinings, will perform in use. A5 booklet Member price: £10 Non-member price: £15