Quality Testing for Coated and Laminated Textiles
topic
Coated and laminated textile testing includes hydrostatic pressure resistance by Suter test measuring water column height at penetration, water vapour transmission rate by gravimetric or desiccant methods, bond peel strength by T-peel or 90-degree peel tests, abrasion resistance by Martindale or Wyzenbeek testing, and flex cracking resistance by repeated mandrel bending that simulates garment wear conditions for technical specification verification.
Role
Provides the performance characterisation data required for coated and laminated textile product qualification against technical application specifications, with waterproofness, breathability, and bond strength being the three primary performance parameters that determine whether coated or laminated textile products meet the requirements of outdoor apparel, medical, and industrial barrier textile applications.