The South India Textile Research Association
South India Textile Research Association
Textile research and development organization in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, offering testing, training, and an incubation center.
SITRA at a glance
| Full name | South India Textile Research Association |
|---|---|
| Address | 13/37, Avinashi Road, Aerodrome Post, Coimbatore - 641 014 |
| Programmes | 6 standing programmes |
| Official website | sitra.org.in |
| director@sitra.org.in |
Programs by The South India Textile Research Association
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Programmes they run
Standing programmes at The South India Textile Research Association, separate from the funding calls above.
One week duration programme intended for Chief Executives/Managing Directors/Vice Presidents/General Managers/Factory Managers, etc.
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Conducted at places like Ooty, Kodaikanal, Munnar, etc. Topics of current interest and relevance to the textile industry are covered during this programme.
Management Development Programme
Programme8 weeks duration program for young executives and aspiring managers, conducted at SITRA.
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Programme aims at equipping young executive to appreciate the nuances of various aspects involved in a textiles industry from fibre to garment and covers topics on technical, financial, marketing and HRD areas.
6 days (2 + 2 + 2) duration program intended for personnel in Quality Control.
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Covers all aspects of testing of fibre, yarn and fabric for their physical properties. Includes both theoretical session which covers properties, interpretation of test data as well as hands-on experience on the testing instruments.
Textile Testing (Chemical)
Programme3 days duration program intended for lab technicians/Quality Assurance officers and other QC personnel in processing units.
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Includes theoretical and practical sessions covering the various chemical properties and the impact of defects on the subsequent processes.
Quality Control in Spinning
Programme3 days duration program intended for Q. C. Officers/Q.C.Incharge/Asst. Spg. Masters/Spg. Masters/Supervisors.
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Methodology involves technical sessions covering the salient aspects of quality control in textile mills.
A regular training feature since 1974 for persons from foreign countries, sponsored by the Ministries of External Affairs, Government of India.
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More than 1400 persons from 72 countries have benefited out of this training over the years. The participants attending these programmes are sponsored by the Ministries of External Affairs, Government of India under the sponsoring scheme, Indian Technical and Economic Co-operation Plan (ITEC).
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Incubation Center
CHEMICAL LABORATORY
CoE MEDITECH
SITRA is a CDSCO approved Medical Device Testing Laboratory, specializing in Medical Textiles.
NABL Accredited Testing Labs
Provides testing for PPE, Textiles, Yarn & Fabric, Strength, Water Consumption, Protective Equipment, Fibre and Yarn.
PHYSICS LABORATORY
PILOT MILL
WEAVING & KNITTING LABORATORY
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About The South India Textile Research Association
The South India Textile Research Association (SITRA), established in 1956, is a research and development and knowledge-based service provider in textiles. Located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, it is supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. SITRA offers textile R&D, consultancy, testing, and professional training services, and includes an Incubation Center.
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What is the full form of SITRA?
SITRA stands for South India Textile Research Association.
What does The South India Textile Research Association do?
The South India Textile Research Association (SITRA), established in 1956, is a research and development and knowledge-based service provider in textiles. Located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, it is supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
Where is The South India Textile Research Association located?
The South India Textile Research Association is located at 13/37, Avinashi Road, Aerodrome Post, Coimbatore - 641 014.
What programs does The South India Textile Research Association run?
The South India Textile Research Association runs Residential Management Development Programme, Management Development Programme, Textile Testing (Physical) - Fibre, Yarn and Fabric and Textile Testing (Chemical), among others.
What facilities does The South India Textile Research Association offer?
The South India Textile Research Association offers Incubation Center, CHEMICAL LABORATORY, CoE MEDITECH, NABL Accredited Testing Labs, PHYSICS LABORATORY and PILOT MILL.
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