Evaluation of the quality attributes of three selected imported fabrics in Ghana

Victoria Doris Hayfron; Patience Danquah Monnie

doi:10.51867/ajernet.6.3.27

Auteurs

Victoria Doris Hayfron
vichayfron69@gmail.com
Department of Technical and Vocational Education, Komenda College of Education, Ghana https://orcid.org/0009-0001-2787-8361
Patience Danquah Monnie University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3733-7171

Mots-clés :

Abrasion Resistance, Elongation, Fabric Quality Attributes, Ghanaian Market, Imported Fabrics, Tensile Strength

Résumé

The research investigated the performance characteristics of three imported wax prints available in the Ghanaian market. Laboratory tests were conducted on the chosen fabrics using standard testing procedures. The evaluated parameters included tensile strength, elongation, dimensional stability, colourfastness, abrasion resistance, and thread count. The collected data were analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for Windows version 25. The results indicated that, while the initial tensile strength of the fabrics complied with the specifications of the Ghana Standards Authority, noticeable reductions were observed after washing, particularly in the weft direction. The colourfastness findings were generally satisfactory, although some samples exhibited lower resistance to staining. The selected fabrics met the standard requirements for dimensional stability, but they did not meet the specified standards for fabric weight and yarn count. ANOVA results highlighted significant differences between the three selected fabrics in key quality parameters, including thread count (warp and weft) and mass per unit area. The post-hoc analysis identified Fabric “A” as significantly different from the other fabrics in thread count (warp and weft) and mass per unit area, indicating unique structural features. In summary, the study confirms that while a fabric may initially meet industry standards, its properties may change after washing, particularly in terms of strength and elongation, raising concerns about long-term durability. It is suggested that extensive performance tests be carried out on other fabrics in the market to help meet consumer expectations.

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