Item 9: Semi Decating, 1952

Gelatin silver print. Image depicts machinery used in the process of semi decating fabric. Decating is a finishing process done on woolen and worsted fabrics to set the nap and develop the luster of the material. A male employee is partially visible on the right, somewhat hidden behind the machinery. Here the material is seen on large rollers under a hood. Text: "Semi Decating. The process is similar to that described for full decating, except that no vacuum is used. For certain types of fabric this treatment is preferred." See item 8 in this folde for a description of full decating. 25 x 20.5cm. (w/out mount); 27 x 20.5 cm. (w/mount).