Double Jersey and Interlock Knitting Technology
topic
Double jersey machines use both a needle cylinder and a dial with needles arranged in alternating positions to produce rib and interlock structures where loops are formed simultaneously on cylinder and dial needles, with interlock machines having cylinder and dial needles directly opposite enabling production of the double-faced interlock structure with identical appearance on both fabric surfaces at gauges from 18 to 36.
Role
Produces the stable, dimensionally consistent double-jersey structures used in performance sportswear, polo shirts, and quality casualwear where the two-faced construction provides better shape retention, lower curling tendency, and superior dimensional stability compared to single jersey, with interlock machines occupying a premium market position due to the higher machine cost and lower production rate justified by superior fabric quality.