What is Flammability Testing Equipment?

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