Marker mode

The marker mode is determined by fabric symmetry and the directionality of the fabric. The term nap is used to indicate the fabric is directional it is different from end to end and it is created by its structure (cut and uncut piles, finish, or a directional print). there are three types of marker modes:

1. Nap-either-way (N/E/W)
The nap-either- way marker is made for symmetric and non-directional fabrics, where there is no restriction on which way the patterns are oriented. The patterns may be either oriented “down” or “up”, and placed in the marker wherever they fit best, with only consideration for grain line. The N/E/W marker is usually the most efficient mode yielding the highest fabric utilization. This Mode assumes consistent (dye) color in the length and width of the goods.

2. Nap-one-way ( N/O/W)
The nap- one-way marker is made for asymmetrical and directional fabrics, the orientation of pattern pieces is extremely important to the consistency and quality of the product. These fabrics require that all pattern pieces be placed on a marker in only one direction. The Nap-one-way marker is the highest quality but least efficient of the three nap directions for a marker.

3. Nap-up-and-down( N/U/D)
The Nap-up-and-down marker may be made for asymmetrical and directional fabrics, such as corduroy, it may be possible for all the pattern pieces of one size to be placed in one direction and another size placed in the opposite direction. With this type of marker, the nap of corduroy pants may run down for a size 7 and up for a size 9. The critical factor is that the nap must run in the same direction in all the pieces of one garment. Napped fabric such as corduroy will appear shaded if the pieces in one garment have the nap running in different directions. Generally, N/U/D yields a better utilization of fabric than N/O/W.