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NATURAL FIBER ROPE [2 records]

Record 1 2021-10-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ropemaking
CONT

The most common fibres used in the production of natural fibre ropes are sisal, cotton, jute and manila. The fibres are twisted or braided together to produce strong and supple rope[;] these fibres are also used to produce twines, string and cords.

Key term(s)
  • natural fiber rope

French

Domaine(s)
  • Corderie
CONT

Les cordages de fibres naturelles se composent habituellement de chanvre de Manille, de sisal, de coton ou de chanvre. La plupart sont toronnés, et seuls les cordages de coton sont parfois tressés.

Spanish

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Record 2 2000-06-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Construction Site Equipment

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel de chantier

Spanish

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