It’s crucial from a safety and comfort perspective, that these fabrics and garments perform as they are intended - to repel water, and protect the wearer.
How do you perform water proof/repellency testing?
Testing the water proof/repellency of fabrics is complex, and requires precision instruments.
The TruRain from James Heal replicates the conditions of use, and therefore provides an accurate indication of fabric performance.
It measures three aspects of water repellency in garments and accessories, in a single test: Surface water repellency, Resistance to water absorption, and Resistance to water penetration.
What types of products would be tested like this?
Common items that would be tested for water proof/repellency include sportswear, outdoorwear, PPE, military wear, tents, awnings, and backpacks.
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