Flammability Testing Equipment
Flammability Testing Equipment : Marker thread switch interchangeable test frame with frame stubs and pins
Finishing: heat resistant finish
Ignition :automatic ignition
Control: burner to specimen adjustor
gas flow regulator
burner setting guages
Data extraction: test report exportation
Standards
- EN ISO 6940
- EN ISO 6941
- EN ISO 15025
- EN 1101,1102
- EN 71-2
- EN 13772
- EN 13722
- EN 1624
- EN 1103
- EN 14878
- EN 1625
- 85 EN 532
- BS 7837,5722, 5867-2, 6249
Gas burners: range of gas burners as accessories to comply with all standards. Read about Yarn Evenness Tester
GENERAL FABRIC PROPERTIES
FIBRE REQUIREMENTS
Ramie – Due to the flammable nature of this fibre it must not be used in any product for Adams Childrenswear.
Acetate – Due to performance issues satin fabrics made from acetate must not be used on Adams product.
YARN REQUIREMENTS
Cotton – Combed cotton yarns should only be used.
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS
Flammability- Due to potential flammability issues the following fabrics should be risk assessed by the Fabric Technology department prior to being used: 100% Cotton fabrics below 105g / m2 for full bodied skirts/dresses
100% Viscose fabrics below 120g / m2 for full bodied skirts/dresses
Fur/ Pile – Fur fabrics must be back coated to assist in pile retention. Chemicals used must be in accordance with Chemical compliance table in Appendix 1 Pile length in excess of 3.5cm is not acceptable for garments intended for children aged between 9 months and 3 years.
Pile length in excess of 2cm is not acceptable in garments intended for children under 9 months. All pile fabrics must be submitted to Auto Garments for approval of pile retention by the Fabric Technology Department.
Diamantes – These must not be used for garments intended for children under 9 months old.
Only Diamantes purchased from Pacific Concept Industries/Heatseal are accepted for the age group between 9 months and 3 years. Further information can be obtained from the relevant departments.
In all cases the application method of the supplier should be followed and the applied diamantes must pass a motif/attachment durability test before acceptance of the order by Flammability Testing Equipment
Yellowing of White Color-
Definition and Causes
The yellowing of white fabrics that takes place after periodic exposure to light sources is normally caused by: The use of poor quality optical brighteners with poor light fastness properties, The incorrect PH levels of the fabric,The application of incorrect softeners.
The inter-action of one or a combination of any of the above with the Ultra Violet rays emitted by the sun or any other artificial sources will result in a semi-permanent yellowing of the exposed fabric.
Preventive Suggestions:All white fabrics, regardless of fiber type, must have PH levels of 5 to 6 (on the Acid side).
Corrective Measures
In most cases, a PH adjustment through rinsing will be sufficient to regain the brightness. In some cases a re-bleach may be required.Flammability Testing Equipment is essential for apparel company