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ASTM E662 Smoke Density (Upholstery & Panel)
Measures the amount of smoke that the specimen emits when ignited.
BIFMA Fabric 45-Degree Screening Test (Upholstery)
(Same as Cal 117 Sec E.) Determines the ease of ignition and burning
rate when specimen is subjected to an open flame for 1.0 seconds and is
given a Pass / Fail rating.
Boston BFD IX-1 (Upholstery)
A very severe vertical flame test, which measures the ignition resistance
of a 4"x12" specimen when exposed to 6" propane torch flame for 10
seconds. After flame, flame propagation distance and afterglow
(propagating and non-propagating) are measured.
Cal Bulletin 117 Sec E (Upholstery & Drapery)
Determines the ease of ignition and burning rate when specimen is
subjected to an open flame for 1.0 seconds and is given a Pass / Fail rating.
FAR Part 25: 12 Second Vertical (Upholstery)
A vertical flame test which measures the ignition resistance of a 2"x12"
restrained specimen when subjected to 1.5" flame for 12 seconds. Char
length, after flame and drip burn are measured.
FAR Part 25: 60 Second Vertical (Upholstery)
A vertical flame test which measures the ignition resistance of a 2"x12"
restrained specimen when subjected to 1.5" flame for 60 seconds. Char
length, after flame and drip burn are measured.
FAR Part 25: Horizontal (Upholstery)
A horizontal flame test which measures the rate at which a specimen
measuring 4"x14" and restrained on 3 sides will burn when subjected to a
1.5" flame for 15 seconds. Burning time for 10" portion beginning 1.5
from the edge of the specimen is measured.
FAR Part 25: 45 Degree Angle (Upholstery)
An 8" square specimen is restrained in a frame and held at a 45-degreeangle from a 1.5" test flame, which is touching the center for 30 seconds to measure the material's ability to avoid penetration. Measures after flame, afterglow and flame penetration.
FAR Part 25: 60 Degree Angle Insulation tests for electrical wires and cable. (Upholstery)
A 24" specimen is held taut at a 60-degree angle from a 1.5" test flame
placed 8" from the bottom of the specimen for 30 seconds to measure
the ignition resistance. Measures char length, after flame and drip burn.
FMVSS 302 (Upholstery)
A horizontal flame test, which measures the burning rate of automotive
interior materials when subjected to a 1.5" flame. Burning rate is
calculated. This is mandatory for all automotive fabrics.
NFPA 260 / UFAC (Upholstery)
Measures the ability to resist ignition by a cigarette when the specimen is
tested in combination with polyurethane foam cushioning. Char length
and ignition / non-ignition of substrate are assessed. UFAC and NFPA 260 requires three to be tested.
NFPA 701 - 1989 Large Scale Flat Method (Upholstery)
Measures the ignition resistance of a slightly restrained specimen when
exposed to a very severe flame.
NFPA 701 - 1989 Small Scale (Upholstery & Drapery)
A vertical flame test, which measures the ignition resistance of a
specimen subjected to 1.5" flame for 12 seconds, hanging 0.75" into the flame. This is an unofficial national standard used in the fire resistance of
upholstery fabrics.
NY/NJ Port Authority FAR 25.853 (Upholstery)
A vertical flame test, which measures the ability to ignition resistance of
the specimen when subjected to a 1.5" flame. Measures char length,
after flame and drip burn.
294-40 SR City of NY Bulletin #44 (Drapery)
Vertical flame test measuring the ability to resist ignition when a 2.5"x12"
sample is subjected to .75" flame for 12 seconds.
California Fire Marshall Title 19 1237.1 Small Scale (Drapery)
A vertical flame test which measures the ignition resistance of a
restrained 2"x12" specimen subjected to a 1.5" flame for 12 seconds,
hanging 0.75" into the flame. Measures char length and after flame.
NFPA 701 - 1989 Large Scale Folded Method (Drapery)
Measures the ignition resistance of a slightly restrained specimen when it's exposed to a very severe flame. This method simulates drapery folds.
NFPA 701 - 1996 Test #1 (Drapery)
A vertical flame test in which it measures the ability of oven conditioned fabrics to self-extinguish after 45 seconds of exposure to a severe flame.
Measures mass loss, expressed as a percent and drip burn.
NFPA 701 - 1999 Test # 1 (Drapery)
Same as NFPA-701 - 1996 with exception that weights are used on fabric during testing.
NY/NJ Port Authority 12 Second Vertical (Drapery)
Same as FAA 12 Second Vertical Test). This is a small-scale vertical flame test, which is cited for aircraft. It is also used for other public transportation such as buses and trains.
ASTM E-84 Adhered Gypsum (Wall-covering & Panel)
Rates flame spread and smoke index of "interior finish building materials" as compared to standard red oak flooring. Select substrate to adhere the specimen according to the end use. Gypsum simulates drywall.
ASTM E-84 Adhered Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) (Wall-covering & Panel)
Rates flame spread and smoke index of "interior finish building materials" as compared to standard red oak flooring. Select substrate to adhere the specimen according to the end use. GRC simulate concrete walls.
ASTM E-84 Unadhered (Wall-covering & Panel)
Rates flame spread and smoke index of "interior finish building materials" as compared to standard red oak flooring. This method is utilized for materials, which will not ultimately be glued to a surface.
16 CFR (California Fire Regulations) 1632 Cigarette Test
Cigarette flammability test conducted on mattress ticking.
IMO (International Maritime Organization) A.652 (16) Section 8.2 Smoldering Cigarette
A method to assess the ignitability of material combinations (covers and filling) used in upholstered seating when subjected to a smoldering cigarette.
IMO (International Maritime Organization) A.652 (16) Section 8.3 Butane
A vertical flame test, which measures the ignition resistance of a specimen subjected to 1.5" flame for 12 seconds, hanging 0.75" into the flame.
IMO (International Maritime Organization) A.471 A.563
This is a vertical flame test, used to measure the flammability of draperies.
Blanket Test ASTM D4151
This method provides a means to identify blanket fabrics, which will ignite easily and propagate the flame across the surface.
CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) 16 CFR 1610
This is a 45-degree angle test for clothing textiles. It is a standard method of testing and rating the flammability of textiles and products used for clothing use.
CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) 16 CFR 1615.4
A standard method of testing and rating the flammability of children's sleepwear (Sizes 0 to 6X) and fabric or related material intended or promoted for use in children's sleepwear.
CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) 16 CFR 1616
A standard method of testing and rating the flammability of children's sleepwear (Sizes 7 to 14) and fabric or related material intended or promoted for use in children's sleepwear.
CPAI (Canvas Products Association International) CPAI-84
This is an industry voluntary standard, which is cited for all materials used in the walls and tops of tents. This method measures the material's ability to resist ignition.
Brush Pill ASTM D3511
Measures the amount of pilling (the formation of fuzzy balls on the surface of fabric that remain attached) and the fuzzing that will occur when a nylon bristled brush is rubbed on the fabric for 4 minutes and two specimens rub face to face for 2 minutes.
Dimensional Change ASTM D3597
Measures dimensional change when subjected to water.
Elongation ASTM D5034
Measures the extension length of fabric compared to the length prior to stretching.
Seam Slippage ASTM 1683
Measures the ability of a sewn seam to resist slippage or breakage when subjected to tension. The movement of yarns when a fabric is pulled apart at the seam.
Standard Test for Stiffness ASTM D4032
Measures the resistance to bending when using a circular bend to force a specimen through a hole in a platform.
Taber ASTM D3884-92
Abrasion test using a rotational rubbing action while under pressure to determine point of yarn breakage and / or noticeable wear
Tear Strength ASTM D2261
Measures the actual tearing strength of a fabric by partially slitting a specimen to resemble pants and pulling with equal force in opposite directions on the two "legs"
Tensile Strength
See "Breaking Strength ASTM D5034"
Wyzenbeek Abrasion ASTM D4157
Abrasion test using a unidirectional rubbing action while under pressure to determine point of yarn breakage and / or noticeable wear
Bursting Strength ASTM D3787
Measurement for bursting strength with a ball burst strength tester of textiles or garments that exhibit a high degree of elongation.
NAHM (National Association Hosiery Manufacturers) Form Fitting
This test measures the fabric tension in socks testing for size, using a Renfro Durometer.
Spray Rating Test AATCC 22
Measures the resistance of fabrics to wetting by water. This is suitable for measuring the water-repellent efficiency of finishes applied to fabrics.
Hydrostatic Pressure AATCC 127
This measures the resistance of a fabric to the penetration of water under hydrostatic pressure.
Tear Strength (Trapezoid) ASTM D5733
Measurement of the tearing strength of non-woven fabrics by the trapezoid procedure. This method measures the maximum tearing force required to continue or propagate a tear started previously in the specimen.
Bow & Skew ASTM D3882
This method covers the determination of bow & skew of the fill yarns in woven fabrics and the courses in knitted fabrics.
Martindale Pilling ASTM D4970
This method covers the determination of the resistance to the formation of pills and other related surface changes that may occur.
Martindale Abrasion ASTM D4966
This method allows the determination of the abrasion resistance of textile fabrics using the Martindale Abrasion Tester.
Random Rough Pilling ASTM D3512
This method covers the resistance to the formation of pills and other related surface.
Brush Sponge Pilling ASTM D3511
This method covers the determination of the propensity of a fabric to form pills from fuzz under test conditions intended to simulate normal wear using the brush pill tester. This procedure is generally applicable to all types of apparel fabrics including woven and knitted.
Dimensional Change To Laundering AATCC 96 (Commercial Testing)
This is used to determine the dimensional changes in woven and knitted fabrics made of fibers other than wool when subjected to laundering procedures commonly used in a commercial laundry.
AATCC 135 (Home Laundering)
This is used to determine the dimensional changes subjected to home laundering procedures commonly used by consumers. Four washing temps, three agitation cycles, two rinse temperatures and four drying procedures cover the common home care options available to consumers using current laundering machines.
Dimensional Change To Dry Cleaning AATCC 158
Dry-cleaning, a process for cleaning textiles in an organic solvent, dissolves oils, fats and disperses particulate dirt substantially without the swelling and creasing associated with washing or wet cleaning.
Repellency To Oil AATCC 118
This method is used to detect the presence of a fluorochemical finish, or other compounds capable of imparting a low energy surface on all types of fabrics. This is done by evaluating the fabric's resistance to wetting by a selected series of liquid hydrocarbons of different surface tensions.
Repellency To Water AATCC 22
This method measures the resistance of fabrics to wetting by water. This is suitable for measuring the water repellent efficiency of finishes that may be applied to fabrics.
Colorfastness To Dry Cleaning AATCC 132
This method determines the colorfastness of textiles to all kinds of dry cleaning. This will give an indication of results to be obtained from three commercial dry cleanings.
Colorfastness To Solvent AATCC 157
This method is designed to measure the degree of color migration that occurs when a fabric is spotted with a dry cleaning solvent.
Colorfastness To Water AATCC 107
This method is designed to measure the resistance to water of dyed, printed or otherwise colored textile yarns and fabrics.
Colorfastness to Light AATCC 16H 20-40-60-80-120 hours
Assesses the specimen's ability to resist fading or color degradation when exposed to light (Xenon-arc light source) for a specified amount of time.
Wet / Dry Crocking AATCC 8
Application use on upholstery, direct glue wall coverings, panels, upholstered walls and drapery solids.
Assesses the specimen's ability to withstand wet and / or dry rubbing without color degradation or the transfer of color onto the abradant.
Wet / Dry Crocking AATCC 116 Application use on drapery prints.
The specimen's ability to withstand wet and / or dry rubbing without color degradation or the transfer of color onto the abradant.
Bursting Strength (Ball Burst) ASTM D 3787
This method assesses the measurement for bursting strength with a ball burst strength tester of textiles or garments that exhibit a high degree of ultimate elongation.
Bursting Strength (Diaphragm) ASTM D 3786
This method assesses the measurement of the resistance of textile fabrics to bursting using the hydraulic diaphragm-bursting tester. This method is generally applicable to a wide variety of textile products.
Colorfastness To (SEA) Water AATCC 106
This method is designed to measure the resistance to seawater of dyed, printed, or otherwise colored textile yarns and fabrics of all kinds. Artificial seawater is used in this test because natural seawater is variable in composition, and is often difficult to obtain.
Colorfastness To Perspiration AATCC 15
This method is used to determine the fastness of colored textiles to effects of acid perspiration. It is applicable to dyed, printed or otherwise colored textile fibers, yarns and fabrics of all kinds and to the testing of dyestuffs as applied to textiles.
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