Glossary

YARN

Generic term for continuous strands of textile fibers or filaments in a form suitable for weaving or otherwise intertwining to form a textile fabric.

YIELD

The length of a packing material of a specified weight (Ft/ Lb). The inverse of this value (Lb/Ft) is also sometimes referred to as yield.

YIELD STRENGTH

The amount of stress which causes a material to permanently lose its elasticity.