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What is Textile? Textile Fabric, The Ultimate Guide

October 18, 2022
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles
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What is textile? This is a big and complicated topic, The information in this article is about what is textile and to further break it down, it is divided into four core sections. The first section is What is textile? Classification…

Common Test Methods and Comparison of Water Vapour Permeability

July 23, 2024
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Textile Testing and Certification

What is water vapour permeability? The water vapour permeability test measures how well fabrics let moisture through. It does this at different temperatures and humidities. It simulates how well fabrics move water vapor. Bodies release it when they sweat. They…

Interpretation of bursting test standards: GB/T7742.1, ISO13938-1, ASTMD3786/D3786M

July 17, 2024
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Textile Testing and Certification

This article mainly explains the bursting test standard. It covers the test's principle.And it covers its tools and how to prepare specimens. It also covers the test's procedure and how to calculate results. Definition of terms Test area: The area…

Measurement Methods and Influencing Factors of Thermal and Moisture Resistance of Clothing

July 11, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

Clothing comfort balances body heat and moisture in various environments and activities. It achieves balance. Clothing must be comfortable in all aspects of life. It has many uses. Summer clothes need to be fresh and breathable. Winter clothes need to…

The Secret of Textile Shrinkage

July 4, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

Textiles shrink when they change in length or width. This happens after washing, dehydration, or drying. Shrinkage depends on fiber type, fabric structure, and forces on the fabric. Shrinkage has different forms. What is shrinkage Fabric is a fibre fabric.…

Overview of Moisture Permeability and Breathability Testing in Performance Textiles

July 4, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

The performance textiles market has seen rapid growth, driven by the demand for multifunctional fabrics in sportswear, outdoor clothing, and even medical and home textiles. Commonly, how breathable is a fabric is determined by how quickly it dries up the…

How Do You Know if a Fabric Is Flammable？

June 21, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Test Method

You can check if a fabric is flammable through several tests. First you can assess the material composition. Then, conduct the standardized flammability tests. The main test is governed by ASTM. The tests estimate the rate of flame spread. It…

How Can Bursting Strength Testing Machine Help Manufacturers To Improve The Quality of Their Products?

June 20, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Test Method

A good burst strength testing machine is one of the essential devices for any of the textile manufacturers as it ensures high quality of products. Do you have a problem with fabric durability with complaints from your customers? You are…

The ASTM standards of Fabric Abrasion and Pilling Test

June 14, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

Fabric abrasion and pilling tests are necessary for assessing the sturdiness and quality of textiles. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has discovered diverse standards to manual these reviews, ensuring consistency and reliability throughout unique testing environments and…

What is the ASTM Taber abraser test?

June 14, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

IndIntroduction The ASTM Taber Abraser test is critical. It evaluates abrasion opposition. This is important for coatings, plastics, and textiles. This test follows the ASTM D4060 standard. It simulates real-world wear and tear. And it tests how materials stand up…

Why do fabrics need to be tested for fastness to light?

June 6, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Test Method

Testing fabrics for fastness to light is necessary to ensure their durability and longevity in additional applications. We understand light fastness as the material color's resistance to shrinking or changing when exposed to light, especially sunlight. Of course, this effect…

Why is hydrostatic testing of fabrics important?

June 6, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Textile Testing and Certification

Hydrostatic testing of fabrics is important for evaluating their water resistance and impermeability. This test will measure the pressure at which water penetrates a fabric, offering a clear indication of its ability in order to withstand wet conditions. It is…

How to evaluate the results of a Taber abrasion test on textiles?

June 4, 2024
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Test Method, Textile Testing and Certification

Sometimes the results from the Taber Abrasion Test are not consistent and there can be many reasons for this. In the field of material (fabric) evaluation, understanding wear indicators like pilling or color change can be confusing. Determining the appropriate…

How to Choose a Good Thermal Resistance Tester?

May 31, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Textile Testing and Certification

Maintaining accuracy and reliability in measurements of thermal properties is essential for various industries such as textiles, among others. The guarded hot plate apparatus is very central to this, it acts as a critical tool that helps in evaluating the…

How to improve the water vapour permeability of fabrics?

May 31, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles, Test Method, Textile Testing and Certification

Making materials more breathable is key. This is especially true for activewear and outdoor apparel. It shows the material's capability to let moisture flow through it. This helps manage sweat and keep the wearer dry. One can use various methods…

How can you estimate the safety limits of fabric flammability?

May 29, 2024
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Appendix: General Knowledge of Textiles

When creating a product, think about any dangers it might have. For example, what if fabric catches fire? Clothing might not seem very risky. But, importers must still be careful. It is because they can catch fire easily. In the…

How to Improve Light Fastness of Fabric？

May 20, 2024
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Textile Testing and Certification

Ensuring your fabric retains its original color after light exposure is critical. It's a quality parameter that the textile industry can consider. This characteristic is known as light fastness. It determines how well a fabric resists fading when subjected to…

Tearing Tester: Testing Textile Quality

May 16, 2024
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Test Method, Textile Testing and Certification

Tearing strength testing is a vital aspect of assessing the quality and durability of fabrics. It aids manufacturers, designers and consumers in order to comprehend how well a material can withstand tearing focuses. Of course, this is needed to identify the suitability…

What Are the Methods for Testing the Burst Strength of Knitted Fabrics?

May 7, 2024
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Test Method, Textile Testing and Certification

Burst strength, or puncture strength, top breaking strength, directly reflects the durability index of knitted fabrics when deformed and ruptured by external pressure. Puncture strength is one of the important assessment indexes for the quality of knitted fabrics. If the…

Different Color Fastness to Washing Test Standards and Corresponding Test Requirements

April 29, 2024
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Test Method, Textile Testing and Certification

In this article， we will share with you different color fastness to washing test standards and color fastness to washing test methods, as well as test requirements. Purpose of the color fastness to washing test To assess any color…