Fabric Testing - Textile Technology

With over 190 years of combined practical experience gained through servicing more than 2,300 national and international clients, the Textile and Clothing Technologies group in the Americas is geared for efficient turnaround and competitive pricing.

When it comes to standard textile and clothing testing, we have refined our procedures to the point where samples flow smoothly in and out of the Exova laboratories. This economy of movement permits us to handle large volumes and meet market demands. Exova's textile and clothing capabilities extend beyond routine testing to technical consulting, problem solving and product materials development. We also have experience in a number of related fields (e.g. furniture evaluation, fire testing).

Textile Technology and Clothing Technology

Capabilities include:

Physical Testing

Textile materials are tested to determine compliance with relevant standards or specifications, which include ASTM, CAN/CGSB, AATCC, ISO, BSI.

Textile testing and evaluation services involve carpet performance, fibre analysis, color fastness, dyeing and finishing, color measurement, fabric performance and yarn/fabric construction. Expert analytical investigations into such difficult textile problems as barré, garment faults, color changes and stain contamination are also provided.

Comparative Testing

Comparative product testing of detergents, finishes, additives, polishes, etc are regularly performed to assist clients in supporting claims and developing new and existing products.

Product Safety Evaluation

Products such as toys, pacifiers, rattles, etc must comply with the standards contained in the Hazardous Products Act. In response to the need for objective evaluations of these products, members of our teams are qualified to perform the required tests under controlled laboratory conditions.

Carpets

For many years we have been the primary technical resource for the carpet industry. Pile weight, construction, tuft bind, static propensity and durability to wear are among the many properties evaluated. In addition, we can provide a certified inspector to conduct field examinations of carpet complaints.

Accreditations

• ISO 17025:2005
• FCITS
• CGSB