Quality
Work wear Fabrics undergo rigorous testing to ensure they are fit for purpose
Performance Testing
A variety of tests meeting specific performance standards related to consumer end use of textile products are done on our products including:
Dimensional Stability to Washing and Dry cleaning Shrinking and elongation Colourfastness to Light, Crocking (Rubbing), Washing, Bleaching o Used to describe a dyed fabric's ability to resist fading or running due to washing, exposure to sunlight, and other environmental conditions. Physical tests - Strength, Abrasion, Pilling Resistance Tear & Tensile Strength o Tear – Difficulty with which the fabric tears o Tensile - Difficulty with which the fabric breaks apart
Safety - Hi-Visibility and UPF
Ultraviolet Protection Factor Ratings
UPF 15 – 24 ratings are considered “good” and provide 93% – 96% UV radiation block
UPF 25 – 39 ratings are “very good” for 96% – 97% UV radiation block
UPF 40 – 50+ ratings are “excellent” and block 97% – 99% of harmful UV radiation.
Example of an actual test report done on our 320 gsm Heavy Weight Drill
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