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The section of "Yarn Production and Properties" focuses on the combing of fibres. It is stated that combing is one of the last sections of yarn manufacture to come under really detailed scrutiny by textile technologists and scientists. It is also mentioned that wool combing has received greater attention in the published literature than has short-staple combing. After decline in the number of wool-combing machines in use, there is evidence that during 1973 the number rose slightly in Great Britain.

The section of "The Production and Properties of Knitted Fabrics" presents information on the impact of man-made knitting yarns on the knitting section of the textile industry in Great Britain. Despite rise in the use of synthetic fibres, women's outerwear suffered a setback during 1969-1971. It has been noted that the major developments and growth in the knitting industry have taken place mainly in connection with fabrics rather than in garment manufacture. The section also discusses knitting yarns and their properties. Information on weft-knitting and warp knitting is also provided.