From the archive record
The main functions of jute spinning units are to convert jute fibres to yarns for different end uses. The types of jute yarn manufactured can be classified according to the application/use to which they are put ie, fine yarns, hessian yarns, carpet, sacking yarns, etc. These yarns can be further classified into warp and weft yarns, the warp yarns normally being superior to the weft yarns as they have to withstand the cycles of stress during weaving while the weft yarns act more as filler and undergo less strain during weaving process. Jute yarns of various dimensions are plied together to make twines, ropes, cordages, etc as per requirement and use. These are used for the purpose of tying, knotting, binding, etc particularly agricultural commodities. It is not possible to produce jute yarn