Product focus: DynaWash durability tester

DynaWash is James Heal's go-to tester for garment and printed fabric durability, supporting sustainability in textile testing.

About the DynaWash

Efficient Testing for High-Volume Laboratories

For laboratories conducting frequent wash tests, DynaWash simulates a lifetime of laundering in a fraction of the time required by conventional washing methods. Each 15-minute cycle in DynaWash is approximately equal to five domestic washes, eliminating the need for repeated wash and dry cycles. This efficiency minimizes water and energy usage, reduces labor demands, optimizes laboratory space, and boosts testing capacity.

Versatile Testing Capabilities

DynaWash supports multiple test types, including print durability, pleat retention, cockling, flock retention, crinkling, differential shrinkage, and attachment security, along with many others.

Compliance with a Wide Range of Standards

DynaWash meets industry standards and retailer test methods, including:

  • Arcadia – AG10
  • BSI – BS 7907
  • M&S – M&S C15, M&S P5, M&S P69, M&S P6, M&S P7
  • Next – TM 8

User-Friendly Touchscreen Interface

The intuitive touchscreen, developed in collaboration with textile technologists, simplifies setup and reduces training time, making testing accessible for all users.

Built for Longevity

Constructed with a stainless-steel bath and impeller, DynaWash ensures enhanced durability, longevity, and minimized downtime compared to domestic washing instruments.

Driving sustainability with DynaWash

According to WRAP, approximately £140 million worth (350,000 tonnes) of used clothing ends up in UK landfills each year. As consumers seek more sustainable options, offering products that align with environmental values becomes essential - not only for garments but for all consumer goods.

DynaWash promotes sustainability through:

  1. Resource savings
    DynaWash significantly reduces water, energy, CO₂ emissions, and testing time compared to traditional washing methods, helping laboratories operate more sustainably.

  2. Demonstrating durability
    By simulating a garment’s lifetime of laundering in just minutes, DynaWash enables retailers to validate a product’s durability. Extended product lifespans benefit consumers, brands, and the environment alike.

Performance comparison: DynaWash vs. Wascator

Tests reveal that a 15-minute cycle in DynaWash is roughly equivalent to five cycles in the Wascator, with notable resource savings:

Metric Wascator (5 cycles) DynaWash (1 cycle) Difference
Water Consumption 440 litres 45 litres -89%
Run Time 150 minutes 15 minutes -90%
Energy Consumption 4.5 kWh 0.7 kWh -84%
CO₂ Emissions* 0.63 kg 0.1 kg -84%

*Based on an estimated 0.14 kg CO₂ per kWh.

DynaWash offers a powerful solution for brands and laboratories committed to sustainable practices, delivering durable testing with minimal environmental impact.

DynaWash is the ideal choice for businesses focused on sustainability, ensuring garment longevity while reducing instrument operating costs. Its intuitive design requires minimal user training, making it easy for any team to operate.

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