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Safety Components launches independent testing program
September 22nd, 2025
Safety Components, which develops fabric technologies, announces the launch of an independent fluorine chemicals testing program for all National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certified fabric manufactured with its PFZero™ finish. The company says that this product is the first non-fluorinated durable water repellent (DWR) finish developed specifically for PPE fabrics. This independent testing program supports the […]
Increased expectations for antimicrobial textiles
June 4th, 2025
Antimicrobial fabrics and commodities continue to expand their applications in various sectors, driven by the increasing awareness of hygiene and infection control. The importance of antimicrobial materials has grown in parallel with media reports on global infectious diseases, including emerging viral threats such as COVID-19, antibiotic-resistant bacteria like MRSA and VRE, and other pathogens like […]
Hohenstein acquires shares in GTS
April 14th, 2025
German testing and research laboratory Hohenstein has acquired shares in Global Textile Scheme GmbH (GTS). The GTS initiative aims to create an international standard for handling structured product data in the textile and apparel industry. Hohenstein will support GTS in coordinating and automating data exchange along the supply chain. As an internationally recognized knowledge partner, […]
The long road to smart fabric standards
December 11th, 2023
Loomia makes soft, flexible circuit technology to be incorporated into a variety of textile end products. Photo: Loomia. “Smart textiles” that utilize specialized polymers, chemical additives or electronics to react with their environment are changing textile technology in the 21st century. E-textiles or “wearables” have been particularly promising due to their ability to monitor and communicate […]
Hohenstein expands services with new laboratory acquisition
March 13th, 2023
Boennigheim, Germany–based testing services provider Hohenstein has acquired the DAkkS accredited QAT Services Ltd. laboratory in Hong Kong. With this acquisition, Hohenstein is integrating the hardgoods knowledge of QATS employees into its portfolio. As a result, Hohenstein will provide full-service capabilities for Greater China and beyond. "The expansion is a strategically important step for Hohenstein,” […]
Green Button: Hohenstein named an authorized certification body
February 17th, 2021
Textile testing provider Hohenstein has been authorized by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) to verify compliance for the Green Button, a German government certification for sustainable textiles. Now, in addition to certification for MADE IN GREEN by OEKOTEX®, a qualifier for the Green Button, Hohenstein certifies for the 46 Green Button […]
Understanding the regulation and testing of medical PPE
November 9th, 2020
Jing Liang, founder and president of Medical PPE Consulting LLC, walked participants through the regulatory process and testing for medical personnel protective equipment (PPE) In her IFAI Expo 2020 education session, “Understanding Testing Requirements of Medical PPE.” Medical PPE are considered to be “medical devices,” which underscores the importance of understanding and following the regulatory […]
AATCC offers free test methods to aid in the pandemic response
April 16th, 2020
AATCC is has made available Test Method TM42 Test Method for Water Resistance: Impact Penetration and TM127 Test Method for Water Resistance: Hydrostatic Pressure. These methods are offered at no cost in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and are available as a download from the organization’s website: https://www.aatcc.org/testing/methods/. These methods are often referenced in product development requirements for protective medical […]
AATCC launches new Testing Resource List
March 18th, 2020
A new benefit is available for AATCC corporate members and users of AATCC standards. The organization has introduced the Testing Resource List, a free addition to the AATCC Buyer’s Guide, according to a news release from the organization. The Testing Resource List is intended to connect users with corporate member suppliers. Lab managers can be […]
2020 AATCC Technical Manual released
March 2nd, 2020
The 2020 volume of the AATCC Technical Manual is now available and includes new test methods for pH and alkali in wet-processed textiles and for electrical resistance in relation to exposure conditions, and a new evaluation procedure for electrical resistance of electronically integrated textiles. The organization reports that 29 revised test methods appear in the manual as […]