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Fabric introductions undergo 10 areas of evaluation to insure standards of quality, strength, and durability are achieved before approval as a product cover fabric. Continue reading →

•Abrasion Resistance •Tear Strength •Seam Strength and Integrity •Elongation •Yarn Ravel and Deterioration •Nap Durability and Pile Loss •Backing Performance •Fiber Migration •Colorfastness •Symmetry and Mirroring Continue reading →

Beyond test results to validate compliance with industry standards and guidelines each fabric introduction is further evaluated for performance in relation to in home use and customer expectations. Continue reading →

In addition to standard abrasion testing, fabrics undergo an abrasive wear evaluation to identify the characteristics of yarn deterioration, nap performance, and pile fiber loss. Continue reading →

The England Cyclic Pull Test often reveals characteristic of seam integrity and yarn separation not readily apparent by the Dynamic Fatigue Test Method. The test allows for a more critical  judgment of the fabrics application. Continue reading →

Additional testing and evaluation provide the ability for fabric improvement or change in selection to assure high standards of fabric quality are maintained. Continue reading →

Fabric evaluation and testing is another example of our  commitment to provide the quality, strength and durability our customers expect. Continue reading →