Intertek Expands Textile Testing Capabilities in the U.S.
13 July 2017 - 12:10AM
Business Wire
Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to
industries worldwide, announces the expansion of its textile
testing capabilities in the U.S., with the launch of new services
for the fast-growing activewear sector. These services, which
include evaluating evaporation/drying rates, water vapor
transmission rates and antibacterial/antifungal properties, are new
to the U.S. market and offer manufacturers of activewear, furniture
and outdoor fabrics a more efficient, timely testing option.
The expanded U.S. capabilities are the result of investments in
new equipment at Intertek's textile testing laboratory in Arlington
Heights, Illinois. The new machines allow experts in the lab to
evaluate performance properties of fabrics for water vapor
permeability and drying rates, as well as how they respond to
variations in temperature and humidity. This information can be
used to verify claims of breathability, quick dry and antibacterial
qualities in textiles used for various products. These new
capabilities complement existing activewear testing services for
wicking, windproofing and UV protection properties and, combined
with Intertek's antimicrobial center of excellence in Columbus,
Ohio, allows the Company to offer a full spectrum of textile
evaluation and technical support across multiple industries.
Gregg Tiemann, Executive Vice President at Intertek commented:
“At Intertek, our priority has always been providing our customers
with innovative solutions to help support functional and
performance claims of their products in order to improve their
competitive position. Bringing these textile capabilities to the
U.S. and building off our existing textile services will help
customers in the region leverage our services and expertise in
order to bring in-demand fabrics to the industry more quickly and
easily.”
Consumer demand is shifting to high-performance fabrics for
clothing, furniture and outdoor equipment. Intertek’s services
evaluate performance qualities against promotional claims and
industry benchmarking and standards, making it possible for
customers to work with a third-party lab to assure products meet
these demands. The new services complement the Intertek’s existing
U.S. textile services analyzing fibers, restricted chemicals,
dimensional stability, colorfastness and flammability.
Intertek performs textile testing on items ranging from fabric
samples to finished products, including activewear, apparel,
accessories, soft home furnishings, linens and outdoor products.
These services help customers meet consumer demand, minimize
reputational risk and reduce environmental impact, while protecting
the interests of retailers, brands, manufacturers and consumers.
For more information, visit
http://www.intertek.com/textiles-apparel/.
ABOUT INTERTEK
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Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to
industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories
and offices and over 42,000 people in more than 100 countries
delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and
Certification solutions for our customers’ operations and supply
chains. Intertek Total Quality Assurance expertise, delivered
consistently, with precision, pace and passion, enabling our
customers to power ahead safely.
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