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Want to learn more? Access our free Lab Manager’s Guide to Protective Wear Testing.
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2. Application of Terms
Subject to any variation under condition 2.3 the Contract shall be subject to these conditions to the exclusion of all other terms and conditions (including any terms or conditions which the Customer purports to apply under any purchase order, conf
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Speciality
Our specialised testing range provides targeted and precision testing for textiles used in a range of physical and demanding applications, such as tensile, burst and tear strength testing, flammability testing, and more.
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In your opinion are most tests applicable to fabrics and to garments?
Yes, if testing is carried out at critical points during the fabric production process then it is possible to predict the performance of the end-product.
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What we'll explore in this applications insight:
What are 'nonwoven' textiles?
Durable vs Disposable nonwovens - what's the difference?
What are the applications for nonwoven textiles?
Testing nonwovens
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Expert Interview: Meet Colin Whittaker
First responders and military personnel are routinely exposed to various types of hazards in their line of duty, ranging from extreme temperatures, fire, chemicals, ballistic threats, and more.
Interviews
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Wicking Fundamentals: Your Questions Answered
This blog includes all the questions answered in our Wicking Webinar. This includes information on the skin layer, test methods, wicking and absorption.
Tips & Advice
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20 Years of Titan
Our popular Titan Universal Strength Tester at 20 - read more about the development process with Technical Specialist Peter Goodwin
Instruments, Interviews
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Getting Technical: A case study with Balas Textile
In our latest customer case study, we spoke to Sabrina Mimoune, Quality Manager and Alan Badrov, Lab Manager at French company Balas Textile, to discuss the importance of testing technical textiles and their experiences using James Heal’s instruments.
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The History of Titan - at 25 years
This year marks the 25th anniversary since the inception of the James Heal Titan range of universal testing machines.
Instruments, Latest News, Technology
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A simple guide to tensile testing - eBook download
We have been providing strength testing solutions for decades in the form of our Titan universal testing machines.
Textile Testing: The Essentials
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Product Feature: WickView Moisture Management Tester
WickView our Moisture Management Tester, uses an advanced imaging to track the transfer of moisture through fabric.
Instruments
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Abrasion and micro-scratch testing of wood and laminate surfaces
The use of natural materials has long been a unique selling point across many consumer product lines. Global brands in both solid wood and laminate products implement micro-scratch and general surface abrasion testing to a range of standards.
Case Studies
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ASBCI Technical Visit: November 2023
James Heal hosted members of the ASBCI (Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry) for technical visits, with three groups of attendees taking in a factory tour and instrument demo
Latest News
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Standard Body Membership - Why is it important?
Standards are at the core of everything we do; our instruments, consumables and calibration service all facilitate testing to a range of international standards.
Tips & Advice
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Meet the team in Germany
Make an appointment to visit us in Mönchengladbach, Germany and experience our test instruments live in our show room.
Please feel free to call us or send an e-mail with your desired date. We look forward to meeting you!
People
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Partnership with a perfect fit: Case study with Riga Technical University
With a relentless pursuit of quality and innovation in ergonomics and performance for the PPE sector, Latvia’s top university, Riga Technical University (RTU), turned to James Heal to undertake some of the most experimental textile testing their lab has
Case Studies
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“Testing for abrasion under wet conditions is a very interesting concept,” comments Alan.
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Can you recommend a pH value which the fabric should have after acidic finishing?
We cannot advise how to finish a product or a pH but can say that external studies have suggested a light scour is suggested for nylon to remove phenolic yellowing.
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About hydrostatic head testing
The hydrostatic head test is used to support claims of a product or material being water resistant or waterproof. Waterproof penetration testing is key to understanding the performance of a garment or material in adverse weather conditions.