According to the British Standard 3870:1991, edge neatening seam is classified as class 6, which is one of the most important seam types in manufacturing apparel. In general, edge neatening seam is used for locking stitch type sewing machine which is used in the edge of the fabric.
Features of edge neatening seam: The followings are the features of edge neatening seam:
Edge neatening seam is used for over lock or flat lock sewing machine.
Edge neatening seam construct bottom hem, sleeve hem in shirt.
Nevertheless, the usage of edge neatening seam has limitation. This seam makes the apparel look beautiful. Using different types of colored sewing thread can change the appearance of the seam type.