Pilling on fabrics is not just an aesthetic concern; it directly affects product quality and customer satisfaction. Understanding and implementing reliable fabric pilling test methods is essential for quality control in the textile industry. This article explores four major methods—Circular Locus Method, Martindale Method, Pilling Box Method, and Random Tumble Pilling Method—to evaluate and grade…
Category Archives: Martindale Test
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Dec
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In the highly competitive and ever-evolving footwear industry, innovation serves as the cornerstone of success. The remarkable advent of Flyknit technology has redefined the boundaries of athletic footwear design. Since its inception by Nike in 2012 through the ingenious adaptation of computerized flat knitting techniques, Flyknit uppers have swiftly permeated the global sneaker market. Their…
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1. Purpose and Scope 1.1 This test method aims to evaluate the resistance of fabrics and other flexible materials to abrasion. 2. Principle 2.1 An impeler (rotor) drives an unfettered fabric specimen along a zigzag course in a generally circular orbit within a cylindrical chamber, causing it to repeatedly impinge on the walls and abradant…
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How does the Martindale Tester work? Using the Martindale Tester involves several steps. They are: preparing the sample, setting test parameters, testing, and analyzing the data. Below are the detailed steps for use: Sample Preparation: In a standard environment, lay flat and unstretched for a time set by different standards. For instance, EN ISO 12947-4:1998…
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1Pilling and Pilling Test Method A fair, objective test of fabrics’ anti-pilling performance helps to create quality textiles. Many anti-pilling test methods exist. They mainly simulate hairball formation on fabrics from daily use and washing. Different test methods are available for various target markets. These include the American, European, and Chinese standards, and the customer’s…
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ISO 12947-2 Martindale Abrasion Pilling Test Purpose and Scope The ISO 12947-2 Martindale test checks fabrics for abrasion and pilling resistance. The ISO 12947-2 standard gives a method to test fabrics for abrasion and pilling. It is for the Martindale Abrasion Pilling Test. This test method applies to many fabrics, including cotton, wool, and synthetics….
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Abrasion resistance is a key quality indicator for textiles. It affects the product’s durability and use. It refers to the fabric’s resistance to wear from repeated friction with other things. Definition of Pilling Clothes will rub against each other when worn and washed. If the friction is greater than the fibre strength, it will expose…
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The footwear industry occupies a pivotal position in the light industry sector. In 2017, the world made 23.5 billion pairs of shoes. China made 13.523 billion pairs, 57.5% of the total. Since 2012, Nike created Computerized Flat Knitting Upper. They named it the well-known Flyknit. The technology was first for knitting jumpers. It was quickly…
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Many textiles are required to be tested for abrasion resistance, such as bed linen, duvet covers, pillowcases, sofa cloth, floor coverings and some coated fabrics. Common test standards Regarding the determination of textile abrasion resistance, there are many kinds of standards and different methods. After years of research by national textile standards and test workers,…
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Fabric pilling and abrasion resistance are two key indicators of textile durability during use and wear. Pilling refers to the formation of small balls of entangled fibers on the fabric surface, while abrasion leads to loss of fibers or mass. Testing these properties is crucial for fabric development, quality control and ensuring functionality. International standard…
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