In the textile industry, ensuring the durability and longevity of fabrics is of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of fabric quality is its ability to withstand repeated washing without significant color fading or damage. To determine the fabric’s resistance to washing, various test methods are employed, collectively known as washing fastness tests. What is Washing Fastness? […]
How to Calculate Shrinkage in Fabric: A Comprehensive Guide
Fabric shrinkage is a common concern when working with textiles. It refers to the percentage of reduction in size that occurs when fabric is exposed to certain conditions, such as washing or heat. Calculating shrinkage is crucial for various industries, including fashion, upholstery, and textile manufacturing. In this article, we will explore the process of […]
Martindale Abrasion Tester Test Results Review
The system of methodological standards for determining the abrasion resistance of fabrics by the Martindale method is systematically introduced, and the relationship between European standards, German standards, and the American Society for Materials is pointed out. It points out that the relationship between European standards, German standards, American Materials Council standards, Chinese standards, and international […]
Tear Properties of Fabrics (ISO 13937-2)
In this article, we will see how to determine the tear properties of fabric in ISO 13937 part-02 method. Definitions Gauge Length Distance between the two effective clamping points (grips) of a testing device is known as gauge length. Equipments Test Specimen From each sample two sets of test specimens shall be cut, one set […]
Tearing Strength of Textile Fabrics
We prefer formal woven pants for official purposes, but most of us like to wear Jeans or Chinos for casual purposes. These dresses should look ok also should have the best quality. One of the most required qualities is its tearing strength. Different brands have different tearing strength requirements based on the fabric weight. In […]
Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics: Grab Test (ASTM D5034)
Scope To determine the effective strength of the fabric in use that is the strength of the yarns in a specific width together with the additional strength contributed by adjacent yarns. Definitions Apparatus and Equipment Sample Preparation Testing Procedure Analysis of Data
Textile Testing Process in a Third Party Lab
Textile Testing is an Important Part for a Textile Company as they need a quality certificate to export their Textile or Garment Products. It’s a Buyer requirement that the products they buy from different Garment Companies should meet their product criteria and quality. So here the question arises, where and how the products should be […]
Buyers Approved Textile Testing Laboratories
Most of the Garments and Textile industries around the world are 100% export-oriented. They export their textile and garments products to other countries. While trendy designs and incomparable colors may preliminary sell a garment, it’s finally quality and safety that will confirm customer loyalty, generate repeat business, and maintain a brand’s value. That is why […]
Different Types of Textile Testing Methods
Most of the people among us have heard the different types of Textiles and Garments Brand and Buyer name like CK, Dockers, Kohl’s, Kmart, H&M, C&A, Levi’s, Gymboree, American Eagle, Gap, Walmart etc. I would like to inform you that Walmart, Inditex, Gap, Levi’s, American Eagle, PVH, H&M, Esprit, S. Oliver, Mothercare, C&A, George etc. […]
What is Textile Testing: Definition and Meaning
Definition of Testing Before putting something into widespread use, production or practice, the quality, performance, reliability etc. are checked. It finds out how well something works. Testing can be defined as the process of determining the properties of different kinds of substances. There are mainly two types of testing, one is routine process testing and […]