High-Density Cotton in American Mills

Interest in the use of high-dercsity cotton has recently been stimulated by two factors: first, the necessity for diverting to domestic use the large quantity of cotton which had been originally packed in high-density bales for export; and second, the possibility that it would be necessary to compress to high density a large proportion of the crop for shipment within the country in order to conserve shipping space.

Textile Research Institute, Inc., has investigated the various aspects of the subject, including the feasibility of using high-density cotton in American mills,, the effect of high-density compression on spinning quality, and other factors.

The results of this investigation are embodied in a fifteen page report of which the following is a summary. This report has been issued to all members of the Insti tute. Non-members may obtain copies at the price of one dollar per copy by writing to the Institute.