EXTRAORDINARY TESTING SOLUTIONS

James Heal 02
Extraordinary Testing Solutions
Contents James Heal
Physical Testing
At James Heal, we To learn about who we are
Titan Universal strength tester 03 – 04 combine expertise, design and what we do, please look
TruBurst Pneumatic bursting strength tester 05 – 06
and innovation to create at our website, watch our
Elmatear Digital tear tester 07 – 08
“extraordinary testing video or better still, come
Martindale Abrasion and pilling tester 09 – 10
solutions”. and visit us!
Orbitor Pilling and snagging tester 11
SnagPod Snagging resistance tester 12 Our aim is to eliminate the
Impulse Random tumble pilling tester 13 myths, complexities and
Visual Assessment Pilled or snagged specimens 14 inaccuracies of conventional
Crease recovery tester 15 instruments, test materials
Wrinkle recovery tester 16
and calibration procedures.
Wascator Standardised European washing machine 17 – 18
Accudry Standardised European tumble dryer 19
Dynawash Garment and printed fabric durability tester 20
FlexiBurn Multi-purpose flammability tester 21 – 22 Setting the Standard
FlexiBurn Test Chamber Optional purpose-designed chamber 23
Sample cutters 24 Genuine innovators, we Our objective is to produce
Tautex Digital crimp tester 25
utilize the expertise and testing instruments and test
Spray rating tester Water resistance tester 26
knowledge of a talented materials, which simplify
team of industrial, and accelerate routine
Colour Fastness Testing
mechanical and electronic laboratory testing and set
TruFade Xenon arc light fastness tester 27 – 28 designers, software writers, the standard within our
GyroWash Washing and dry cleaning colour fastness tester 29 – 30
production engineers and industry.
Crockmaster Colour fastness to rubbing tester 31 – 32
textile technologists to We are never willing to
Thermaplate Colour fastness and stability tester 33
create our products and accept the ordinary but
VeriVide Colour assessment cabinets 34
Perspirometer and Incubator
services. constantly challenge and
Colour fastness and phenolic yellowing tester 35 – 36 seek the extra-ordinary.

Test Materials
37 – 40

Service and Calibration

41 – 42

Timeline

1872: Foundation of 1946: James H Heal purchased by 1962: Company moved into Lake 1995: We won our first Queen’s Award 2003: Creation of our own Test 2012: We received our second Queen’s
James H Heal & Co Ltd Harry Repper View Mill Halifax for Export achievement Materials Centre Award for Enterprise:
International Trade

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 Titan
Standards
4 Fabric Strength
ASTM D5034 ISO 5082
ASTM D5035 ISO 5081 TestWise is a refined test analysis software system, which
EN ISO 13934-1 M&S P11
perfectly complements Titan4. We are passionate about
EN ISO 13934-2 M&S P11A
developing intuitive, simple to use products. TestWise uses the
Universal strength tester EN ISO 1421
ISO 9073-3
M&S P11B
M&S P11C
same terms as the standards and test methods that you are
ISO 3376 (IUP 6) M&S P43

Peel Bond /Delamination following so your test results are in a language you and your
customers understand.
Our primary objective was to
EN ISO 2411 ASTM D5170
EN ISO 11644 (IUF 470) ASTM D2724
M&S P13 DIN 54310
M&S P13A

create the most attractive, Compression

ASTM D6797 EN 14704-2

the most appealing and the

ASTM D3787 EN 388
ASTM D4830 ISO 3303
ASTM D5748 ISO 9073-5
ASTM D751 WSP 110.5

easiest-to-use strength tester EN 12332-1

Yarn Strength
EN 71-1

that our industry has ever seen.

ASTM D1578 ISO 6939
ASTM D2256 M&S P70
BS 1932-2 BS 1932-2
EN ISO 2062

Tear Strength
No compromises were made and the outcome ASTM D5587 EN ISO 13937-2

is an extraordinary and unique blend of

ASTM D2724 EN ISO 13937-3
ASTM D2261
ASTM D2212
EN ISO 13937-4
EN ISO 11644 (IUF 470)
Three Clicks to Start Testing
performance and design. ASTM D5735 BS 3424: Part 5

Attachments
BS 4162 ASTM F963

Areas of Application EN 15598

ASTM D4846
EN 71-1
M&S P115 series
ASTM D7142 M&S P122
1. Click the “New” 2. Filter the list 3. Click the “Start”
Designed for testing textiles, nonwovens, and leather – in the form ASTM D2061 M&S P124
BS 3084 or “Favourites” of standards by button and you are
of yarns, fabrics, garments or attachments to garments (up to 3000N). Seam Strength & Seam Slippage button to display type, material or ready to go!
EN ISO 13935-1 ASTM D5822
Titan4 is equally suitable for testing paper, plastics, rubber and other materials. EN ISO 13935-2 ASTM D4034 the list of standards keywords.
EN ISO 13936-1 M&S P12
and methods.
EN ISO 13936-2 M&S P12A

Tooling and Grips EN ISO 13933-3 M&S P12B

Standards Library
ASTM D434 M&S P12C
ASTM D1683

We offer a comprehensive range of tooling and grips for the many different standards, test Strength & Recovery (Cyclic)
methods and material types. Common tests include yarn and fabric strength, tear strength, EN 14704-1
BS 4952
M&S P14 series
M&S P15 series
TestWise incorporates a constantly expanding library of pre-
stretch and recovery, ball burst, security of attachments, button strength and a variety of ASTM D4964 Next TM21 series loaded standards and test methods (currently more than 300).
compression tests. ASTM D6614

• Create Favourites to simplify testing

Online Support • “Standards Editor” allows you to customise standards or

Tear strength test on
technical fabric
Stretch and recovery test on
elastic fabric
create your own
Helping you to make the
most of your investment,
our “Software Maintenance
and User Support Package”
offers online access to
support and applications
engineers and includes
Baumann tear strength test one major software
on leather update every year.

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 Areas of Application

TruBurst 3
TruBurst3 can measure the bursting strength, distension at burst and the stretch and recovery
characteristics of a variety of materials.

Textiles Knitted and woven apparel Plastics Food packaging, bin liners,
Pneumatic bursting strength tester Technical textiles sacks and various plastic
Nonwovens Wet wipes, surgical products

Our challenge Paper

gowns/masks
Kitchen paper
Medical Organ patches, hernia
patches, wound dressings,
artificial arteries, animal skin,
was to design and Toilet tissue
Other paper products artificial skin, blister packs
and mosquito nets
develop an The list keeps growing. We are keen to develop TruBurst3 for new applications. Come and

extraordinary discuss them with us.

instrument, Designed With You In Mind

capable of • Pneumatic: clean, efficient and safe

conducting • Non-contact laser distension measurement: accurate results

efficiently and • Automatic diaphragm correction: improves precision

• Adjustable clamping pressure: avoids slippage or specimen damage
accurately bursting • Automatic burst detect system: sensitive and reliable

strength and • Illuminated viewing area: easily view tests in progress

• Automatic recognition of test dome: tool free change over accelerates testing and reduces
fatigue tests on downtime

textiles and other • Intuitive software: for experienced and inexperienced users
• Test method configuration: save up to 50 of your own
materials. • Cyclic/fatigue software: cycle up to 500 times to a pressure or distension
• Dual control model: approved by Marks & Spencer and adidas
Most of the textile standards are based on a
specified time to burst, whereas retailers like
Marks & Spencer and adidas prefer flow control. Standards Technical Specifications
ISO 13938-2 Pressure Range
Our innovative ‘Dual Control’ Specimen Size ASTM D3786 kPa psi kg/cm2 bar kN/m2
TruBurst3 enables you to TWC-TM29 Upper Pressure Limit 1000 145 10.20 10 1000
switch from one system to Maximum
Area Diameter
Distension Edana 80.3 (nonwoven) Resolution 0.2 0.04 0.002 0.002 0.2
the other and to comply with
7.3cm 2
30.5mm 30mm WSP 30.2 (nonwoven) Distension Range
all of the standards and
7.8cm 2
31.5mm 30mm NEXT TM22 mm cm inches
retailers’ test methods.
10cm2 35.7mm 30mm M&S P27 Minimum 0.1 0.01 0.001

50cm2 79.8mm 70mm adidas 4.09 Maximum 70.0 7.00 2.756

100cm2 112.8mm 70mm ISO 2758 (paper) Resolution 0.1 0.01 0.001 Test in progress

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 Designed With You In Mind

Elmatear
Standards
2 Textile
• Everything you need to start testing:
ASTM D 1424
Pendulum Weights (A-D), Check Weights and Specimen
DIN 53862
Preparation Templates are included
EN ISO 13937-1
Digital tear tester ISO 4674-2 • Increase capacity: with optional Pendulum Weight Kit (E)
ISO 9290
• User friendly software:
M&S P29
no calculations required, statistical analysis of results and
We went back to basics NEXT 17 optional PC software package available
NF G07-149

to design Elmatear2 to Plastics

• Fool proof operation:
automatic level compensation, automatic pendulum
ASTM D 1922

create an instrument GB/T 11999

weight detection, automatic zeroing and visible and audible
indicators
ISO 6383-2

which would accelerate JIS K 7128-2

NF T54 141
• Built-in safety:
no finger traps, two handed release of pendulum and
and simplify routine Nonwovens
ASTM D 5734
automatic arrest of pendulum
• Quick and easy clamping:
tear testing. WSP 100.1

Paper
innovative rotary cam lock jaws and interchangeable jaw
faces with Pendulum Weight Kit (E)
APPIA P 400
ASTM D 689
BS 4468 Standard Accessories
CSA D9
DIN 53128 Elmatear2 is supplied complete with everything you need to
EN 21974 start testing:
GB/T 455 • Pendulum Weights (A-D)
ISO 1974 • Optional Pendulum Weight Kit (E)*
JIS P 8116 • Check Weights
PAPTAC D9
• Specimen Preparation Templates
SCAN P11
• Optional PC Software Package (Data Logger)
SNV 198482
TAPPI T414 *doubles capacity from 64N to 128N
UNI 6444

We removed every complexity and designed an instrument, which

is intuitive and straightforward to operate. Technical Specifications
Standard Pendulum Weights (A-D) 8N, 16N 32N, 64N
Downtime between tests is minimal helping you to save time and Optional Pendulum Weights (E) 128N

achieve maximum throughput. Units of Measurement N, cN, mN, kgf, gf, lbf, ozf
Number of Specimens (Plies) 1 to 16
Maximum Specimen Thickness 5mm
Areas of Application Cut Length 15 – 20mm
Blade Titanium nitride coated
Originally designed for testing textiles, such as shirts, blouses and denim, Elmatear² is Calibration Check Check weights for each pendulum
extremely versatile and may be used to test nonwoven as well as paper and plastic products. Weight 57kg
Dimensions 400 x 500 x 550mm
The standard capacity of 64N may be doubled with the optional Pendulum Weight Kit (E).
If you have an unusual application, we may be able to modify Elmatear² to suit. Power Supply 85 – 264VAC 50/60Hz 60W

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 Martindale
Standards
EN ISO 12947

EN ISO 12945-2

ASTM D4966 (Abrasion)

Abrasion and pilling tester ASTM D4970 (Pilling)

JIS L 1096

EN 13770

ISO 17704

EN 13520 Fabric Abrasion Fabric Pilling

EN 14605

EN 14325

EN 943

EN 388

ISO 5470-2

SN 198529 and SN 198525

IS 12673

M&S P17, P18 and P19

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and many others

Sock Abrasion Leather Abrasion (Ball Plate)

Technical Specifications
Abrasion Pilling Sock Abrasion
Woven, knitted & certain Woven & knitted fabrics All fibre compositions
Scope nonwoven fabrics (staple spun yarns) & all end uses
No. of specimens 2, 5 or 9 2, 5 or 9 2, 5 or 9
Exposed area of test specimen 6.45cm2 64.5cm2 3.14cm2

This masterpiece
9kPa (apparel) 2.5 cN/cm2 (knitteds) 23.86kPa
Working pressure on test specimen 12kPa (upholstery) 6.5 cN/cm2 (wovens)
Rotational speed 47.5 +/– 2.5rpm 47.5 +/– 2.5rpm 47.5 +/– 2.5rpm

of precision engineering embodies Total stroke of drive units

Parallelism of top plate to abrading tables
60.5 +/– 0.5mm
≤ 0.05mm
24.0 +/– 0.5mm
≤ 0.05mm
60.5 +/– 0.5mm
≤ 0.05mm

our unique approach to product development.

Parallelism of sample holders to abrading tables ≤ 0.05mm ≤ 0.05mm ≤ 0.05mm

Martindale Models
Every detail and every touch point has been created with you in mind.
Three different sized models are available to accommodate different levels of testing.
The Martindale 900 series is an absolute pleasure to use and its elegant
design will enhance the appearance of your laboratory and create Mini-Martindale Midi-Martindale Maxi-Martindale
includes two stations includes five stations for includes nine stations for
confidence in the minds of your customers. for low volume testing. medium volume testing. high volume testing.

Our Martindale tester is used for testing many different materials,

including woven and knitted textiles, nonwovens, socks, gloves, cords
and straps, carpets, leather, wood, high pressure laminates, painted
surfaces and for many other applications (either dry or wet).

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 Orbitor
Pilling and snagging tester
We specialise
in instruments
for evaluating
the potential
of woven or
knitted fabrics
to pill or snag.
Whether you need to
comply with a standard
or a test method or to
replicate a particular
surface defect, we have
the know-how to find the
right solution for you.
Think of Orbitor2 as a flexible
framework, to which you
can add different test boxes,
drums or chambers, depending
on the type of testing work you
wish to carry out.
Two models
To suit different volumes of testing, we offer
two- or four-chamber instruments, with
any combination of interchangeable test
chambers.
Specimens are mounted on tubes
and tumbled for an agreed period.
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SnagPod
Snagging resistance tester
Snagging is the
Snagging box
Pilling box appearance of
undesirable loops
on the surface of
garments caused
by catching the
fabric on sharp
SnagPod
objects.
SnagPod was developed with the support of prominent retailers and test
houses to establish a more realistic method for evaluating the snagging
tendency of knitted or woven apparel fabrics.
The SnagPod chamber is octagonal in shape and
incorporates four pinned snagging bars, which
M&S Pilling/
Snagging drum are inclined forwards in the direction of rotation.
SnagPod Method
Four-Position Orbitor2
The Pod rotates at 60rpm. The test duration is 2000
Pinned snagging bars
revolutions and takes only 30 minutes to complete.
Four specimens are tested simultaneously. The specimens are
Evaluation mounted on felt-covered tubes.
After tumbling, the change in surface After testing, the specimens are graded against a series
appearance is visually assessed under of nine SnagPod reference photographs and subsequently
controlled viewing conditions. assigned an alpha-numeric rating.
For the evaluation of snagging, pinned bars The SnagPod method is particularly interesting for sportswear
or individual snagging points are added to manufacturers and has, for example, been adopted by Nike Specimens mounted on
the chambers. and their suppliers. felt-covered tubes
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 Impulse
Random tumble pilling tester
Air pressure Gauge
Electronic Timer
LED Chamber
Illumination
ASTM D 3512 Impeller
Air and Light Switches
Finding the right
balance between an attractive fabric feel and
a consumer-acceptable resistance to pilling
presents a major challenge.
We offer several instruments for the evaluation of pilling and you may
need our expert help to select the right one for you.
Impulse² is a convenient
two-chamber machine,
based on ASTM D3512 and a
draft ISO Standard 12945-3.
Specimens are agitated in
cork-lined cylinders by a
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stainless steel impeller,
rotating at 1200rpm. Some
test methods specify
simultaneous air injection
to keep the specimens
tumbling.
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Visual Assessment
Pilled or snagged specimens
Pilling Assessment Viewer Pilliscope Holoscope
Pilling and Snagging Instrument Selector
Orbitor Martindale Impulse Visual Assessment
Pilling Snagging
Pilliscope with Snagging Drum
ASTM Photographic Standards
Holoscope plus Woolmark SM
Holoscope plus Woven and/or
Woolmark Viewing Cabinet
Pilling Assessment Viewer
Abrasion Stations fitted
54 Botany Photographs
Pilling Stations fitted
60rpm Snagging Box
Knitted Hologram(s)
30rpm Pilling Drum
30rpm Pilling Drum
American Impeller
60rpm Pilling Box
German Impeller
30rpm Reversing
French Impeller
60rpm SnagPod
Pilling Drum
Snagging Kit
ASTM D 3512
ASTM D 4970
BS 5811 (withdrawn)
DIN 53 867
EN ISO 12945-1
EN ISO 12945-2
Draft ISO 12945-3
ICI Test Method 444
Woolmark TM 152
Woolmark TM 196
The samples tested are M&S P18A
subsequently evaluated by M&S P18B
reference to photographic M&S P21A
standards. A set comprises
NF G 07-121
5 photographs, graded 1
NF G 07-132
(severe pilling) to 5 (no
pilling). BS8479 “SnagPod”
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 Crease Recovery Tester
This instrument determines
crease recovery on folded
specimens by measuring the
angle of recovery.
It is applicable to apparel fabrics,
which are likely to crease in use and
to other fabrics where a measure
of crease resistance is important.
The size of the crease recovery angle is an indication
of a fabric’s ability to recover from creasing.
An artificial crease is formed, under a specified pressure,
in a separate loading device. This device is offered in two
versions for applying different loads to meet the requirements
of European and American standards.
Technical Specifications
European Standards (EN, ISO and M&S)
Standard Accessories:
Loading Device (10N and 19.63N weights)
Specimen Tweezers (Metal)
Specimen Tweezers (Plastic)
Specimen Template 40 x 15mm
Specimen Template 50 x 25mm
Pack (25 sheets 100 x 150mm) Paper Tissue
American Standards (AATCC)
Standard Accessories:
Loading Device (500g weight)
Specimen Tweezers (Metal)
Specimen Tweezers (Plastic)
Specimen Template 40 x 15mm
Specimen Template 50 x 25mm
Pack (25 sheets 100 x 150mm) Paper Tissue
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A standard paper tissue is
placed inside the fold to
prevent the two surfaces
sticking together.
After removal of the creased
specimen from the loading
device, it is allowed to
recover for a specified time,
before it is transferred to the
Crease Recovery Tester for
measurement of the angle of
recovery.
The design and construction
of the Crease Recovery Tester
and loading device facilitates
the test as well as rapid and
easy measurements of the
crease recovery angle.
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Wrinkle Recovery Tester
This simple instrument
is used to determine the
appearance of textile fabrics
after induced wrinkling.
It is applicable to both woven and knitted
fabrics, made from any fibre or combination
of fibres.
Materials, which are not sufficiently stable to exhibit a crease,
for example those which are limp, thick or have a tendency to
curl, can be assessed for wrinkle resistance with this device.
The Wrinkle Recovery Tester subjects conditioned specimens
to artificial wrinkling by applying a specified load for an
agreed period of time.
The general construction of the tester and the precision spiral
column are designed to ensure uniform distortion of the test
specimens.
After removal of the specimens from the instrument, they
are allowed to recover for a specified time, before their
smoothness appearance and wrinkle recovery are
evaluated against three-dimensional replicas or
photographic standards.
Technical Specifications
Standard Accessories
2.0kg 1.0kg 0.5kg 0.2kg
1 x 2.0kg weight
1 x 1.0kg weight
Standards Standards
2 x 0.5kg weight
AATCC 66 1 x 0.2kg weight AATCC 128
EN 22313 Optional Accessories ENKA 3061
ISO 2313 Set (5) AATCC 3-D Wrinkle Recovery Replicas ISO 9867
M&S P22 Set (8) ENKA Photographic Standards M&S P123
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Wascator
Standardised European washing machine
The Wascator has
long since established
itself as the standard
reference washing
machine for textile
laboratories.
James Heal has been selling,
servicing and calibrating
Wascators for more than 25
years and has contributed a
great deal to its development as
a standardised machine. When
you buy a Wascator from us, our
vast knowledge and accumulated
experience is at your disposal.
The Wascator is used
mainly to determine fabric
or garment shrinkage and
appearance after washing
and complies fully with the
requirements of European
standards and retailers’
own test methods.
The current Wascator Model
CLS, compared with earlier
machines, has two major
advantages:
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Applications
Standards
Marks & Spencer
• Measurement of • Assessment of
M&S C58 M&S P4A M&S P12C shrinkage ease-of-ironing
M&S P1 M&S P4B M&S P91 • Measurement of spirality • Washing before abrasion tests
M&S P1A M&S P4C M&S P99A • Assessment of appearance • Washing before pilling tests
after laundering • Washing before flammability
M&S P1B M&S P5A M&S P114
• Assessment of wrinkling testing
M&S P1C
M&S P3A
M&S P12
M&S P12A
M&S P134
M&S P134A
M&S P4 M&S P12B
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on locked memory cards Calibration for Wascator Accudry, our standardised
tumble dryer
EN
EN 26330:
EN ISO
EN ISO 6330:
ISO
ISO 6330: Test Materials, Accessories and Spares
1993 2000 1984
EN ISO 6330:
2012 To get the very best from your Wascator installation, we
IEC
recommend using genuine James Heal test materials,
accessories and spares. We offer a comprehensive range
IEC 60456 including:
• Makeweights (ballast) • Marking pens
• ECE and IEC detergents • Programmes for Wascator
Technical Specifications • Shrinkage templates • Tumble dryers
and rulers
Dry Load Capacity: 5-6.5kg
Spin Speed: 200-1100rpm
Width: 720mm
Depth: 690mm
Height: 1315mm
• The water level can be EN 26330:1993 and
Net Weight: Approx 195kg ECE and IEC Detergents Polyester and Cotton Templates, Rulers and
set either by the height ISO 6330:1984. Other Makeweights Marking Pens
of water in the drum or programmes: ISO Electric Supply:
3 phase and neutral 400V 50Hz
by the weight of water 6330:2012, a suite of Marks (10A per phase)
3 phase 220V 60Hz (16A per phase)
Calibration
pumped into the machine & Spencer test methods
and other standards are Water Supply: Hot and cold We offer a global on site maintenance and calibration service
• The drum is suspended
available to purchase on Minimum Water Pressure: 1.5 bar for the current Model CLS and for previous generations of
in the machine, so that a
separate memory cards. Wascator. Our calibration service is independently accredited
special foundation is no Maximum Water Pressure: 4.0 bar
by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) and the
longer required Should you have any Maximum Inlet Water Temperature: 60°C validity of our UKAS Calibration Certificates is recognised
special needs, we can
When you buy a Wascator Drain: by accreditors and customers throughout the world. To keep
develop and supply bespoke
from James Heal, it 75mm diameter (minimum) free drain
your machine in the best condition and to avoid disruptive
programmes to suit your (drain position no more than
comes ready programmed 150mm above base of machine – breakdowns, we recommend at least annual service and
particular requirements. please ask for more details)
for EN ISO 6330:2000, calibration of your Wascator.
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 Accudry
Standardised European tumble dryer
Accudry 2 is the perfect
partner for Wascator,
providing you with
repeatable and
standard conditions
for both washing and
tumble drying.
This air-vented tumble dryer is used
to simulate domestic laundering
conditions and is designed to reduce
machine and operator variables to
the absolute minimum.
Designed With You In Mind
• Guaranteed compliance
with standards and
retailers’ test methods
• Accurate and repeatable
control of heating and
cooling periods
• Precise control of exhaust
air temperature
• Dual filtration system to
avoid blockages
• Maintenance and
UKAS-accredited
calibration service
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• Trouble shooting and
The Woolmark Company 31 and 254
spare parts support
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Technical Specifications
Width: 600mm
Depth: 625mm
Height: 850mm
Volume: 95l
Capacity: 5kg (dry load)
Exhaust Air Temperature: Up to 80°C*
Standards Rotational Speed: 56rpm
Power: Single phase 220/230V
EN ISO 6330:2012
50Hz (60Hz not available)
EN ISO 6330:2000
Life expectancy: 12000h (subject to
Marks & Spencer P1A
annual servicing by James Heal)
*80°C is a maximum figure, which in
practice is never likely to be reached
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Dynawash
Garment and printed fabric durability tester
Dynawash offers
you a rapid and
effective method
for simulating
multiple domestic
washes in the
laboratory.
A 15 minute wash in Dynawash is the
approximate equivalent of five washes
in a normal washing machine.
If you have a fabric or garment problem, send us your samples for
evaluation. The instrument and/or test method can be modified to create
less or more severe washing conditions.
Standards
M&S C15 Print Durability
Dynawash Applications M&S P5 Durability Wash
for Garments and Components
Dynawash can be used to evaluate M&S P6 Durability Wash for Pleat Retention
the following properties of fabrics M&S P7 Durability of Waddings
and Quilted Waddings to Washing
or garments:
M&S P69 Cockling
• Shrinkage NEXT TM 8 Appearance for
Garments and Products
• Differential shrinkage
BHS TM 12A Durability Wash
(puckering or cockling) for Prints and Flock
• Appearance retention
Technical Specifications BHS TM 12B Durability Wash for Special
Effects: Pleats, Crinkle & Seersucker
• Flock retention
BHS TM 12C Appearance Washes
• Security of garment Bath Volume: 40l
for Fused Collars and Cuffs
attachments Fabric/Garment Capacity: Approx 2kg Arcadia Group CA10a
Print Durability for Textiles
• Print durability Maximum temperature: 60ºC
BS 7907:2007: Code of Practice for the
• Shade change design and manufacture of children’s
Impeller Speed: 560rpm clothing to promote mechanical safety
• Pilling
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 Multi-Purpose

FlexiBurn
Flammability Tester
Marker thread switch
Interchangeable test frame
Frame stubs & pins
Multi-purpose flammability tester Heat resistant finish
Automatic ignition
Removable cross piece
Operating lever for
You can use FlexiBurn for robotic arm
Burner to specimen adjustor

testing the ignition and flame Gas flow regulator

Removable debris tray

spread properties of apparel,

Burner setting gauges
Tray for accessories

curtains, drapes, nightwear, Standards

toys, protective clothing, BS5438

BS
BS 7837 BS 5722

technical fabrics, building and

BS 5867-2 BS 6249
EN
Programmable EN 1101 EN 71-2 EN 13772

User Interface other materials. EN 1102

FlexiBurn is equipped with
a convenient and robust
Control Module. The Module
stores test data. A test report
may be exported straight to
a printer (connected directly
to the Module). Alternatively,
data may be sent to and
EN 1103
EN 13722
EN 14878
EN 1624
EN 1625
EN ISO
For each material, there are applicable British, EN ISO 6940 EN ISO 6941 EN ISO 15025
European or ISO standards, which set out the Marks & Spencer
M&S P116
precise conditions for these very critical tests. Other
SATRA TM225 (PM225)
To ensure full compliance with these standards, we offer a IMO Resolution A. 471(XII) A.563(14)
comprehensive range of gas burners, interchangeable test MSC.61(67)
frames and test materials. CAN/CGSB-4.2 No. 27.10

stored on a remote PC. There is also an optional Test Chamber, which meets the
stringent conditions, dictated by the standards, and minimises Equipment Selector
risks to the health and safety of your operators. MARKER FILTER PAPER FILTER RADIATOR
STANDARD FLEXIBURN CHAMBER BURNER TEST FRAME
THREAD HOLDER PAPER ASSEMBLY
BS 5438:1976 tests 1 & 2

Radiator Assembly
FlexiBurn can comply with BS
EN 13772 ‘Burning behaviour
- curtains and drapes -
side of the specimen. A small
flame is then applied to a
piece of cotton fabric, fixed
S 5438:1976 test 3 (BS 5722:1984)
BS 5438:1989 tests 2A & 2B
BS 6249:1982 part 1
BS EN 1101:1996 (80 x 80mm)
BS EN 1101:1996 (200 x 80mm)
BS EN 1102:1996

measurement of flame around the bottom edge of BS EN 1103:1996

spread with large ignition the specimen. BS EN 1103:2005

source’.
This standard evaluates
flame spread, using a more
severe ignition source. Heat,
generated by a radiator, is
The optional Radiator
Assembly is part of a
complete kit, containing
everything that you need for
testing to this standard.
BS EN 71-2:2011 (Cage)
BS EN 71-2:2011 (45° frame)
BS EN 13772:2011
BS EN ISO 6940:1995 (80 x 80mm)
BS EN ISO 6940:1995 (200 x 80mm)
BS EN ISO 6940: 2004
BS EN ISO 6941: 2003

applied to the lower back BS EN ISO 15025: 2002 tests A & B

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 FlexiBurn Test Chamber Sample Cutters
Optional purpose-designed chamber

Sample Cutters enable

you to cut out rapidly
and accurately circular
Lighting specimens of a fixed
Fan diameter.
Half glazed
panels Virtually any type of material can be cut, including woven, nonwoven and
Easy-clean panels knitted textiles, carpet, film, foam, paper and board.

FlexiBurn Control The cutters can handle unit area of the material UKAS-accredited
Module (controls material thicknesses or specimens are cut to Certificates of Calibration
Test Chamber up to about 5mm. If a particular diameter in are available to confirm the
lighting, fan and you need more, Model preparation for some other cutting accuracy of these
door interlock
switch) 230/100(C) incorporates form of testing. instruments.
heavy duty blades and
Subject to quantity, we We supply suitable digital
Vents can cut specimens up to
can offer any diameter balances for weighing the
approximately 10mm thick.
between 38mm and 140mm. cut specimens in either
Optional printer If in doubt, send us some
Diameters outside this g/m2 or oz/yd2.
material for evaluation.
range are not practical. The
Cut specimens are weighed standard sizes are shown in
to determine the weight per the table below.

Different Sizes Working Principle

FlexiBurn Test Chamber Model Specimen Area Specimen Diameter The material is placed
between the Sample Cutter
230/10 10cm2 36mm
Flammability testing should not be conducted in the open, because of the flames, smoke and gas, and a special type of cutting
generated by burning materials. So as not to influence the ignition and burning process, the standards 230/50 50cm2 80mm board. When the safety catch
specify a minimum volume of 4m3 of surrounding air, and an air speed (at the start of a test) of less 230/100 100cm2 113mm is released, light downward
than 0.2m/sec. Although a room can be adapted to meet these requirements, it is much safer and pressure on the hand wheel
230/103* th
1/100 yd 2
103mm
easier to use the purpose-designed FlexiBurn Test Chamber. brings multiple blades into
230/38 12cm2 38mm contact with the material.
The Test Chamber is not a fully fire-proof cabinet. It is designed to contain the flaming material and the 230/140 154cm2 140mm Specimens are cut out by
fumes generated by burning textile and similar specimens. Should you have other applications in mind, 2
rotating the hand wheel and
230/100(C) 100cm 113mm
please consult first with us! exerting a light and even
* Weigh the specimen in ounces and multiply the result by 100 to obtain oz/yd2 pressure.

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 Tautex Spray Rating Tester
Digital crimp tester Water resistance tester

Tautex is used Our Spray Rating Tester is

to remove crimp
from a yarn by
the application of
a straightening
tension.
The tension applied (up to 250g) is
displayed digitally. Using the built-
in scale, measurements, following
crimp removal, up to 1250mm
(approx. 49in) are possible.
Applications Technical Specifications
• Measurement of yarn crimp or take up in woven fabrics Scale Length: 1250mm (approx. 49in)
• Determination of stitch or course length in knitted fabrics Graduations: 1mm and 0.1in
• Isolation of the causes of shading or barring in fabrics
Tension Range: 0 - 250g
• Calculation of the count of yarns removed from fabrics
Resolution: 1g
• Estimation of yarn usage in the production of fabrics
Designed With You In Mind Standards
• Tautex can be used either vertically or horizontally ASTM D3883
a simple yet serious
instrument for evaluating
the ability of waterproof
fabrics to repel water.
The instrument comprises a stainless steel
framework, incorporating a funnel. The
spray nozzle is mounted on the neck of the
funnel. The precision spray nozzle contains
19 holes - one central hole surrounded
by two concentric rings of 6 and 12 holes
respectively.
A specified volume of distilled water is sprayed on to
the test specimen, and its spray rating is determined by
comparing the appearance of the specimen with descriptive
standards or the AATCC Spray Test Rating Chart.
The specimen holder is a particular feature of our Spray
Rating Tester, facilitating rapid and secure mounting of
specimens, in the correct position, on the instrument.
Designed With You In Mind
The specimen
holder is a Standards
machined part,
which is convenient EN 24920

• Instant digital display of the applied tension BS 2863 / ISO 7211-3

• Measuring scale with metric and imperial graduations BS 2865 / ISO 7211-5
• Check weight supplied for confirming the calibration
BS 5441
TWC-TM169
and quick to load. ISO 4920
Specimens are AATCC 22
graded using either The spray nozzle is a
a descriptive scale machined component, M&S P23
or the AATCC Spray which ensures the water
Test Rating Chart. flow is always correct.

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 TruFade
Standards
AATCC 16 – Option 3
ISO 105-BO2
IUF 402
SLF 402
Xenon arc light fastness tester
Air-Cooled Xenon
TruFade has Lamp
transformed laboratory Key Benefits of TruFade TruFade features our latest
2200W, long-lasting, xenon
light fastness testing. • High performance, long lasting, air-cooled xenon lamp lamp. In combination with
• Works in ‘controlled irradiance’ or ‘blue wool’ mode current filter technology, we
TruFade is what you’ve been waiting get as close as possible to the
• Solar-powered radiometer, incorporating a black standard
spectrum of natural sunlight.
for: an instrument which genuinely thermometer
• Nine tri-sided sample holders offer a massive exposure area
simplifies light fastness testing and of up to 1640cm2
delivers accurate and consistent • Refined software which perfectly reflects the needs of the
results. operator
• High efficiency power supply ensures running costs remain low
Each function of TruFade has been designed • Complies with international standards for textiles, leather and
and refined many times to provide you with a other materials
remarkable user experience. • Compact, stylish and ergonomic design
Replacing the xenon lamp, changing the
infra-red filters, loading the sample holders,
Technical Specifications
Software
placing your specimens in the sample holders
or refilling the water tank; all these tasks will Lamp 2200W air-cooled xenon
Every manufacturer claims
add to your delight. Total Exposure Area 1640cm²
that their software is user
Test Positions 27 maximum
Whether you are a new or experienced user, you’ll Exposure Area of each Test Position 60.75cm² (135 x 45mm)
friendly and intuitive. Rarely
quickly master the superbly intuitive software and Irradiance Monitoring System SolarSens (Radiometer) are such claims borne out
the few simple steps to test your samples. Irradiance (300-400nm) Range 40 – 50W/m² in practice. In contrast, the
Test Chamber Humidity Range Ambient – 95%RH hallmark of TruFade is total
Test Chamber Temperature Range Ambient – 60ºC end-to-end integration of
Black Standard Temperature Range Ambient – 70ºC software and hardware.
SolarSens Radiometer Sample Holders Water Reservoir Capacity 32 litres You’ll be impressed by the
Water Consumption (ISO 105-BO2 Normal) 0.9 l/h (max.)
colour touch screen and
You can use TruFade in either ‘controlled irradiance’ or Our tri-sided sample holders Colour Touch Screen Supplied as standard
the clear and easy-to-
Chamber Viewing Window Supplied as standard
‘blue wool’ mode. are an exceptional feature of understand icons, which
In irradiance mode, SolarSens is positioned on the turntable. TruFade. lead you smoothly through
SolarSens measures the light output from the xenon lamp, Not only is loading and the software. Our software
keeping it constant by continuously adjusting the power to unloading your specimens Installation Requirements has many unique features,
the lamp. really easy, but you have Dimensions (approx.) 754 (width) x 795 (depth) x 1610 (height) mm including our clever sample
up to 1640cm2 of useable Weight (approx.) 340kg monitoring system, which
The movement of SolarSens is in the exact plane of the sample
exposure space at your Electrical Supply Single phase 230V ±15% (3.5kW) 50/60Hz enables you to track the
holders, so unparalleled accuracy of measurement is achieved.
disposal. Water Pure (ISO 3696 Grade 3) exposure of every single
SolarSens measures also the black standard temperature and Recommended Ambient Temperature Range 16 – 24ºC specimen and to monitor the
ensures that the target value is continuously maintained. Recommended Ambient Humidity Range 30 – 65%RH (non-condensing) life of the lamp and filters.

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 UniController

GyroWash 2 Our signature user interface guarantees fast

Washing and dry cleaning colour fastness tester
GyroWash2 – our
Test Vessels
latest washing and dry You can select 500ml (ISO) and/or 1200ml
test vessels (canisters). A zero force ‘insert
cleaning colour fastness and rotate’ mechanism makes loading and
unloading of the stainless steel test vessels
tester for textiles and remarkably easy. The vessels are fitted with
universal seals, which are resistant to both
and easy editing of the time and temperature
parameters. Select Celsius or Fahrenheit,
display rotational speed, make use of the
auto-start feature (once the bath has reached
the pre-set temperature) or adjust the
volume of the end of test alarm; it couldn’t
be easier or more intuitive!
Preparation Area
A new feature of the 1315 series is a
dedicated test vessel preparation area.
Place vessels in this convenient area on the
top surface of the machine. Any surplus
water collects in a drip tray, which can be
removed and emptied at your convenience.

leather - demonstrates
detergents and dry cleaning solvents.

Document Holder
excellent design and Standards
Another excellent feature is a conveniently located document
meticulous attention
AATCC
holder at the front of the machine. This holder may be used to
AATCC 61, 190 AATCC 86, 132
store your own documentation, as well as a matrix of ISO 105-CO6
ISO and AATCC 61 test parameters (supplied with the machine).
to detail. ISO 105-C06 ISO 105-C10

Calibration
ISO 105-C08 ISO 105-D01
ISO 105-C09 ISO 105-E03
The new GyroWash range comprises two machines: one with 8 and one with
2
Marks & Spencer We offer UKAS-accredited calibration for GyroWash2 and the
20 positions. You can place either a small test vessel or a large test vessel in M&S C04 M&S C12A test vessels. If you want to verify the rotational speed yourself,
a sight glass allows you to view the end of the rotor and its
every position, so there is complete flexibility, should you wish to test to both M&S C05 M&S C37
speed can be measured with an optical tachometer.
M&S C10A
ISO (small vessels) and AATCC (large vessels) standards.
No tools or additional parts are required! Installation in your Test Materials
Laboratory In addition to the
GyroWash2 is equipped Installation GyroWash2, we offer for your
with a state-of-the-art Technical Specifications The eight position machine
Cold Water Connection ¾ inch BSP is single phase, whereas convenience a complete
UniController - a smart and Height package of complementary
Dimensions Width Depth Height Drain ¾ inch BSP Hose Tail the twenty position machine
innovative user interface, (with lid open)
test materials, for example:
requires a three phase
which allows you to 1315/8
880mm 785mm 1050mm 1535mm Overflow ¾ inch BSP Hose Tail
electrical supply - two
(34.7in) (30.9in) (41.4in) (60.5in) • Grey scales for colour
programme the operation 1270mm 785mm 1050mm 1535mm
Operation
variations of the three phase change and staining
1315/20
of the machine in less than (50in) (30.9in) (41.4in) (60.5in) Temperature Units °C or °F machine are available.
three steps. • Steel balls
Dimensions Bath
Width
Bath
Depth
Bath
Height
Bath
Volume
Liquid
Medium
Temperature Setting Range 25-95°C (77-203°F) Please interrogate your own
supply and pick the right • Rubber balls
As you would expect, 1315/8
370mm 490mm 515mm
35 litres Water
Temperature Accuracy ±1°C (±1.8°F)
one. Mistakes are not easily
(14.6in) (19.3in) (20.3in) • Steel discs
GyroWash2 meets the 760mm 490mm 515mm
Temperature Rate of Rise 1.5°C/min (2.7°F/min)
rectified. If in doubt, please
requirements of all relevant 1315/20
(29.9in) (19.3in) (20.3in)
70 litres Water
Timer Setting Range 30 minutes - 4 hours ask us. • PTFE rods
European and ISO standards, Electrical Options Rotational Speed 40 ±2rpm • Multifibres
Ideally, GyroWash2 should
as well as retailers’ test User Interface James Heal’s UniController be permanently plumbed • Standard soap
1315/8 230V ± 10% Single phase 50/60Hz 4.5kW 19.5A
methods, and has been into a cold water supply and
Test Vessels (Canisters) • Sodium carbonate
type approved by AATCC for 1315/20 230V ± 10%
Three phase
and earth
50/60Hz 9.0kW 22.6A/phase to a drain. Details of the
carrying out American test
Small (Type 1) 500ml
connections are given in the • ECE A & B detergents
Three phase,
1315/20 415V ± 10% 50/60Hz 9.0kW 12.5A/phase
methods. earth and neutral Large (Type 2) 1200ml
Table. • TAED

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 Alternative Applications Crocking Cloths

Crockmaster Apart from textiles, our Crockmaster can be used to test the
colour fastness to rubbing of carpets, laminates and printing
inks, as well as the microscratch resistance of lacquers,
coatings or painted surfaces.
Colour fastness to rubbing tester
Such alternative applications may require alterations to the
stroke length, rotational speed, specimen loading, geometry
Colour fastness to of the rubbing finger and clamping arrangements of a
standard Crockmaster.
rubbing is the most We are always interested in new applications and are prepared
to develop an instrument to suit your requirements.
basic of colour The crocking test is based
fastness tests, on assessing the amount
of dye transferred from the
yet our specimen under test to a
standardised crocking cloth.

Crockmaster All aspects of the test

should be very carefully
is designed with controlled to obtain
consistent and accurate
exquisite attention to detail. results and to avoid
potentially damaging
mistakes.
Our product designers focus on your Here the crocking cloth
Motorised Instrument
testing needs to ensure that our plays an extremely
important role. You need
instruments are both versatile and a fresh one for each test.
simple to use. We supply pre-cut cloths
or fabric (often referred to
Available as either a hand operated or motorised Grey Scale for Assessing Staining as cotton lawn) to suit the
instrument, Crockmaster is used to determine differing requirements of
colour fastness to wet and dry rubbing. When a test is complete, an assessment of the amount of colour
ISO and AATCC standards.
transferred to the crocking cloth is made with the aid of a grey
scale for assessing staining. The pre-cut crocking
Standards cloths may have straight or
The grey scale consists of nine pairs
gimped edges, to suit your
AATCC of grey and white coloured chips,
preference.
AATCC 8 AATCC 165 graded 1 to 5 (with four
BS half steps). These cloths are prepared in
Designed With You In Mind BS 2543 BS 3424: Part 14 our in-house Test Materials
The quality and
ISO Centre and you can be
We made the rubbing finger easy to load with crocking cloth accuracy of the
ISO 105-X12 confident that they will
by using a spring clip. grey scale will
Marks & Spencer enable you to produce the
affect your
We designed the specimen clamp to be suitable for a wide M&S C08 right result.
assessment, so we
variety of materials. Other
recommend buying a
IKEA IOS-TM-0002
The weight to produce a loading of 9N is removable, should product you can rely
Mercedes Benz DBL 7384
you wish to use an alternative. on from James Heal.

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 Thermaplate
Colour fastness and stability tester
Thermaplate is
used to evaluate
colour fastness
to dry heat and
hot pressing,
thermal stability
and sublimation.
This instrument complements perfectly our suite
of instruments for testing colour fastness to
light, washing, dry cleaning, chlorinated water,
perspiration and cold water.
Designed With
You In Mind
Space efficient: occupies only a
small area of laboratory bench
space.
Safe: positive park position for
top plate; cool exterior surfaces;
warning light when temperature
exceeds 60°C.
Accurate temperature control:
independent digital timers control
the operating temperatures of the
top and bottom plates.
Precise timing: a pre-settable digital
timer is activated automatically when
the top plate is closed.
Test Materials: a full range is
supplied, including multifibres,
grey scales, and felt and cotton
limbric (sized to achieve the correct
operating pressures).
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VeriVide
Colour assessment cabinets
VeriVide Colour
Assessment Cabinets
are an indispensable,
industry-standard tool
Cabinet with Specimen Viewing Table
CIE Daylight Illuminants
for the assessment, Light Source Name
VeriVide D75
Lamp Description
Correlated colour temperature 7500K. Conforming
C.R.I
to the USA ASTM (American Society for Testing and
quality control and
D75 “Artificial 96
Materials) D1729-82 standard for D75 Illuminant. With
Daylight” high CIE specifications, for accurate colour matching.
VeriVide D65 “Artificial Daylight”. Correlated colour
temperature 6500K. Within the tolerances prescribed in
comparison of colour.
VeriVide D65 BS 950: Part 1; and all international specifications for
D65 “Artificial D65 illuminant. Specified for most applications where 98
Daylight” there is a need to maintain colour consistency and
quality. Conforming highly to the CIE specifications, for
accurate colour matching.
Correlated colour temperature of 5000K. For the Graphic
VeriVide D50 Technology and Photographic industries. D50 lamps
D50 “Artificial conform to BS 950: Part 2 and ISO 3664. Recommended 98
Technical Specifications Different retailers and buyers/ Daylight” for transmitted light source to view transparencies and
for the reflected light source to view reproductions.
Temperature Range: Ambient - 220°C
specifiers have widely varying CIE Illuminant ‘A’
Light Source Name Lamp Description C.R.I
Accuracy: 1°C
requirements. When specifying a Tungsten
Tungsten Filament Lighting. Approximate colour
temperature of 2800K. Required by BS 950: Part 1 as a
‘F’ 100
Warm Up Time: Approx. 15min cabinet, the principal choices are Filament test for metamerism (approximating CIE Illuminant ‘A’).
Typical light source used within domestic environments.
Tungsten Halogen Lighting (CIE Illuminant ‘A’). This
Dimensions of Heated Plate: as follows: ‘A’ Tungsten
Halogen
represents incandescent A (inc-A) with a colour
temperature of 2856K. Typical light source used within
domestic environments. Used to check for metamerism.
100
210 x 210mm
Maximum Specimen Thickness: 15mm
Cabinet Width:
Alternative Point of Sale Lighting
Applications Weight of Top Plate: 4000g Approximately 1500, 1200 or 600mm.
Light Source Name Lamp Description
Narrow Band Triphosphor Fluorescent Lamps.
C.R.I
Correlated colour temperature of 4000K. CIE Illuminant
Colour fastness to dry heat: used to Colour of Internal Surfaces: 840
P15
VeriVide
840P15
F11. Often chosen as a European “Point of Sale” light
source, with good colour rendering and manufactured 85
predict colour changes on dyed and Grey 5574 (default colour), Munsell N5 or Munsell N7. to a tighter tolerance specification as prescribed by
Marks & Spencer. (Formerly TL84P15).
printed fabrics during subsequent Optional Sample Viewing Tables: Cool White Broad Band Fluorescent Lamps. Correlated
CWF Cool White colour temperature of 4000K. Used as an American 62
heat treatments. Variable angle or fixed 45° angle. “Point of Sale” light source, with good colour rendering.
Colour fastness to hot pressing: Standards Ultralume
Ultralume Narrow Band Triphosphor Fluorescent
Lamp. Correlated colour temperature of 3500K. An
Light Sources: Up to five independently switchable U35 35 American “Point of Sale” light source, with good colour 86
used to determine the resistance rendering.
AATCC light sources in one cabinet [see Table for details].
of fabrics to colour change and Narrow Band Triphosphor Fluorescent Lamp.
Correlated colour temperature of 3000K. Often chosen
transfer when subject to hot AATCC 117 AATCC 133 Spare Lamps: We recommend that you purchase 830 as a European “Point of Sale” light source, with good 85
colour rendering. (Formerly TL83).
processing and ironing. a complete set of spare lamps with each cabinet.
adidas
Thermal stability: used to control Colour Temperature - expressed in Kelvin (K) - describes Horizon
adidas 5.09
the heat setting process and to the colour appearance of a lamp. Lamps with lower Light Source Name Lamp Description C.R.I
predict the shrinkage of heat set ISO temperatures appear warmer (red or orange), eg A and Colour temperature 2300K. Used for Automotive,
Apparel and Metamerism Testing. As specified by the
Horizon
synthetic fabrics. EN ISO 105-P01 EN ISO 105-X11 830; lamps with higher colour temperatures look bluer, ‘H’ Lighting ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
D1729-74, Standard Practice for Visual Evaluation of
98
Colour Differences of Opaque Materials.
Sublimation fastness: used to eg D65 and D75.
Marks & Spencer
select dyes with sublimation Colour Rendering Index (CRI) - a measure of how well Ultraviolet
characteristics to match processes M&S P10 M&S C13 colours are rendered by a lamp in comparison with a Light Source Name Lamp Description C.R.I
and products. Japanese reference light source. CRI is measured on a scale from Ultraviolet Blacklight. Used to detect the presence
of Optical Brightening Agents and/or Fluorescent
0-100, with 100 representing an exact match and with UV Ultraviolet dyes. Therefore it is useful when assessing white and
fluorescent shades to check the level present and its
N/A
JIS L 0879 JIS 0850
lower values indicating poor rendering. evenness.
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 Incubator Colour Fastness Testing

Perspirometer and Incubator

Incubation temperatures for colour fastness
and phenolic yellowing tests are 37°C
and 50°C respectively. Our Incubators
are designed to hold these relatively low
Colour fastness and phenolic yellowing tester temperatures within the specified tolerances.
Two sizes of Incubator are offered - 30 litres
The Perspirometer and 60 litres. Both models are fan-assisted
to promote uniform temperature distribution
To test colour fastness to perspiration,
specimens (of fibre, yarn or fabric) are
treated in two different solutions of artificial
perspirant – one alkaline and one acidic.
Up to 20 alkaline or acidic specimens, each
in contact with a piece of multifibre and
separated by acrylic plates, are placed inside
a Perspirometer.

applies a specified in the heated chamber. The Perspirometer is placed in the Incubator
for four hours at 37°C.
An Incubator is a low-powered oven. If
pressure to a series temperatures in excess of 50°C are required
for other tests, they can be achieved up the
Evaluation of colour change and of staining is
carried out using grey scales.
of test specimens maximum figures, stated in the table below,
but the rate of temperature rise is slow. If in
The test procedures for checking colour
fastness to water and seawater are based on
separated by acrylic doubt, please consult with us.
the same principles.

or glass plates. Phenolic Yellowing

Two alternative loading weights make up the pressure to a value, which This is a predictive test, typically used to
assess the likelihood of white or pastel-
conforms to the different requirements of ISO and AATCC colour fastness coloured yarns, fabrics or garments
standards. yellowing in transit or during storage.
James Heal’s Phenolic Yellowing Test Kit
The Perspirometer is used to potential of white or pastel- to an Incubator for a
has been approved by many leading retailers
determine colour fastness to coloured textiles to yellow in pre-determined period.
including Marks & Spencer. It is the original
perspiration, cold water and transit or storage.
Following incubation, the kit, based on a technique developed by
sea water.
After insertion of Perspirometer is removed Courtaulds in the UK. Beware of copies and
The same instrument is the specimens, the and specimens are graded Incubator counterfeit products, which do not produce
employed to predict the Perspirometer is transferred using grey scales. accurate or consistent results or might cause
serious health and safety issues.
Five test specimens and one control fabric
Perspirometer Standards Technical Specifications are sandwiched between impregnated
Colour Fastness to Perspiration, HX30 HX60 test papers and separated by glass plates.
The Perspirometer comprises a stainless steel frame, having Water and Sea Water
The package is wrapped in BHT-free film
top and bottom plates and an intermediate spring plate. The ISO 105 E01 – Colour Fastness to Water Useable Volume 30 litres 60 litres
and placed in the Perspirometer, before
springs, which act on this plate, are designed to maintain a ISO 105 E02 – Colour Fastness to Sea Water
ISO 105 E04 – Colour Fastness to Perspiration Capacity Up to 4 Perspirometers Up to 8 Perspirometers being transferred to the Incubator. The
uniform pressure on the specimens, as they are drying out in
BS 1006: UK-TB – Colour Fastness to Perspirometer remains in the Incubator for
the Incubator. Shampooing of Textile Floor Coverings Internal Dimensions
300 x 320 x 295mm 400 x 420 x 395mm

BS 1006: UK-TJ – Colour Fastness to

(width x depth x height) (width x depth x height) four hours at a temperature of 50°C.
Perspiration fastness testing is carried out by immersing Water of Textile Floor Coverings
No. of Shelves 2 (removable) Evaluation is performed using a grey scale
the specimens in both alkaline and acidic solutions, and AATCC 15 – Colour Fastness to Perspiration
AATCC 106 – Colour Fastness to Water: Sea for assessing staining. Yellowing of the
we recommend the use of separate units to prevent cross- Air Circulation Fan-assisted
AATCC 107 – Colour Fastness to Water control fabric confirms the validity of the test.
contamination. Temperature Range Ambient + 10°C - 220°C (230V) or 180°C (110V)
Phenolic Yellowing
• Impregnated test papers
Acrylic separator plates are used for colour fastness tests and ISO 105-X18 Temperature Stability ± 2°C
glass plates for phenolic yellowing tests. M&S C20B • Control fabrics
Temperature Controller Digital (displaying preset and actual temperatures)
TESCO TM/137/01 • BHT-free film

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 Test Materials
Test materials and instruments make the perfect partnership
We apply the same rigorous
quality standards and user
considerations to the design and
manufacture of test materials.
We possess a unique understanding of the critical
relationship between test materials and test
instruments. Our range includes all the test and
reference materials required for physical and
Multifibre weaving colour fastness testing.
Made in the UK Bespoke Products
Our test materials are manufactured, Having a modern, well-equipped and flexible
processed and tested in our own, purpose- manufacturing facility, allows us to produce
built Test Materials Centre, where we have variants on standard products or to develop
facilities for warping, weaving, inspection, totally new product lines. We have a blend of
cutting, stamping and sewing, as well as textile and manufacturing expertise, which
for physical, colour fastness and chemical does not exist elsewhere.
testing.
Please talk to us about any special needs
that you may have. You are also most
welcome to visit our facilities.
Stringent Quality Control
Two, well-equipped, ISO 17025-compliant, Certificates of Conformity
in-house laboratories are utilised to check
We supply free Certificates of Conformity
systematically every batch of product. We
for our test materials. Certificates may be
have a ‘zero tolerance’ to non-conformance
downloaded, at your convenience, from a
and product is not released unless it meets
secure area of our website.
the specification.
We only issue certificates when we are
Quality and consistency from batch to batch
satisfied that the materials fully conform
are further assured by the use of external
to specifications.
UKAS-accredited test houses and by
carrying out a range of carefully selected
performance tests.
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Multifibre Type DW
To optimise quality and consistency, we use
only modern, high speed weaving machines.
Our own testing laboratories, in conjunction
with UKAS-accredited external laboratories,
ensure that every metre of multifibre is within
the ISO 105-F10 specification. Recommended
by many leading retailers, like Marks &
Spencer and NEXT, our multifibre is supplied
in rolls or, for your convenience, in cut
pieces. In addition, we stock the full range of
American multifibers for performing AATCC
Color Fastness test methods.
Cotton Lawn/Crocking Cloth
We supply high quality, conveniently
packaged ISO and AATCC cotton lawn/
crocking cloths. The material may be
purchased in roll form or alternatively in
packs of pre-cut pieces. ISO and AATCC
specifications are different, and the two
products are not interchangeable. Pre-
cut pieces can be ordered with straight
or gimped edges. The material is used in
a crockmeter to check the amount of dye
transfer after a wet or dry rubbing test. The
degree of colour transfer to the crocking
cloth is evaluated using a grey scale for
assessing staining.
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Blue Wools
Our blue wools originate from DEK (German
Colour Fastness Commission). DEK holds
the global master standards. Every batch is
tested rigorously for conformance against
ISO 105-B08 and is not released, unless it
is absolutely perfect. We offer blue wools
in rectangular pieces or in pre-cut strips
bonded to card and ready for use. To save you
money, cards can be produced to meet your
exact needs. Ask about our ‘Virtual Sample
Service’. In addition, we stock American blue
wools for use in AATCC TM 16.
Grey Scales
There are two types: one for assessing colour
change and one for assessing staining.
They are manufactured strictly in accordance
with ISO 105-AO2 and -AO3. The colour
change scale consists of nine pairs of grey
coloured chips, from grades 1-5 (with four
half steps). The staining scale consists of
nine pairs of grey and white coloured chips,
from grades 1-5 (with four half steps).
Depending on the location of your client, you
may be required to use alternative scales. If
that is the case, we stock both the American
and Japanese versions.
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Test Materials continued
Martindale Test Materials
The results of Martindale abrasion and pilling
tests are very sensitive to the test materials
used. Beware: there are a lot of cheap
imitations of our Martindale test materials.
Don’t take a risk! Use only genuine materials,
on which you can rely, from James Heal.
The main materials are: abrasive cloth,
felt pads and polyurethane foam. However,
there are many other reference materials,
specified in lesser known standards, which
cover a variety of textile and non-textile tests.
We stock many of these products.
Makeweights
Makeweights, also known as ‘ballast’ or
‘loading fabrics’, are used to make up
the load in washing, dry cleaning, drying
and durability test procedures. There
are several different types, which vary in
material specification, number of layers,
stitching, weight and dimensions. Selection
is according to the requirements of the
standard or test method which you are
carrying out.
Apart from standard makeweights, we
are flexible and willing to produce non-
standard components. Please discuss
your requirements with us.
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Pilling/Snagging Materials
We offer an extensive range of quality
accessories and spares to complement our
portfolio of pilling and snagging testing
instruments.
The products include cork liners, pilling
tubes and snagging points for Orbitor; liners,
ramps, half-size pilling tubes, locking rings
and snagging bars for the M&S Pilling/
Snagging Drum; cork liners, cotton sliver
and specimen edge glue for Impulse; and
felt-covered pilling tubes, locking rings and
snagging bars for SnagPod.
Yellowing Test Kits
This is a predictive test, typically used to assess
the likelihood of white or pastel-coloured
yarns, fabrics or garments yellowing in transit
or during storage.
James Heal’s Phenolic Yellowing Test Kit
has been approved by many leading retailers
including Marks & Spencer and NEXT. What’s
more: it is the only kit which fully satisfies the
stringent requirements set out in ISO 105-X18.
It is the original kit, based on a technique
developed by Courtaulds in the UK. Beware
of copies and counterfeit products, which do
not produce accurate or consistent results or
might cause serious health and safety issues.
Five test specimens and one control fabric are sandwiched between impregnated test papers
and separated by glass plates. The package is wrapped in BHT-free film and placed in the
Perspirometer, before being transferred to the Incubator. The Perspirometer remains in the
Incubator for four hours at a temperature of 50°C.
Evaluation is performed using a grey scale for assessing staining. Yellowing of the control fabric
confirms the validity of the test.
Detergents Photographic Standards
We manufacture a comprehensive range of Photographic standards are widely used to
standardised soap and detergents for colour evaluate surface changes (mainly pilling and
fastness and shrinkage testing. Our soap and snagging) of fabrics after testing. To guarantee
detergents are specified in many European and complete consistency from batch to batch
International standards. We have sophisticated and to make sure photographs are as easy as
production facilities, overseen by textile possible to use, we have created our own in-
technologists, who ensure that the composition house production facility, which operates under
and performance of the products are always strictly controlled conditions. Furthermore, we
fully compliant with the specifications. For your are able to produce photographs to meet any
convenience, we stock the full range of AATCC special requirements you may have. We stock
detergents for use with American standards a complementary range of AATCC and ASTM
and test methods. standard photographs and replicas.
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Service and Calibration

Whatever your location, our support team takes care of all your after sales needs.
They organise installation, on site training, technical support, emergency breakdown
visits, in-house repairs, spare parts, contractual maintenance, calibration and certification.
If you have a problem, get in touch and let the team do the rest.
Helpful support wherever you are
1 Alan: UKAS Laboratory

Once you’ve invested Manager 3

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2 Katie: Service Coordinator
in James Heal testing
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3 Mark: Service and
Calibration Manager
instruments you will 4 John: Support Engineer

need our after sales 5 Ann: Director

Jenny: Team Administrator
support.
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7 Bev: Service Coordinator

Look at the shaded areas of the map. Our instrument technicians cross the world, bringing expert 8 Debra: Office Manager
care and calibration right into your laboratory. A James Heal calibration label and certificate not only
fulfil the requirements of your quality management system, but also create confidence in the minds
of accreditors and will certainly impress your customers. Our Instrument Technicians

Certificates of Calibration
We know that you are under pressure from auditors and
customers to prove that your instruments have been
serviced and calibrated. That’s why we promise to make your
certificates available within two weeks.
You download them from a password-protected area. This Craig is an acknowledged Paul takes service and Paul has a friendly and
area holds your current and future certificates, building into a expert on all of our calibration beyond the usual engaging style. He specialises
valuable online resource. instruments. He travels boundaries, delivering in the Americas. Paul helped
After calibration, we apply to every instrument a distinctive extensively and particularly simultaneous training and to develop the Calibration
calibration label, normally valid for 12 months. to the Indian sub-continent. helpful advice. procedure for Titan4.

Instruments Calibration
Made by Others Procedures
We understand the convenience Our procedures comply with
of having all the instruments ISO 17025. The calibration
in your laboratory calibrated by equipment we use is
a single company. We are traceable to the UK National
therefore able to calibrate many Physical Laboratory.
instruments not manufactured by ourselves. Many of our calibrations Peter has more than 25 years Steve has travelled widely John’s principal activity is
are accredited by UKAS. of experience servicing and with James Heal and is the provision of real time
Please provide details of what you have and we will advise what Certificates carrying the calibrating test instruments. passionate about creating the engineering support to our
we can do. We never compromise the integrity of our calibration UKAS logo are accepted He enjoys visiting Spanish- best possible after care for partners and customers
services. If we don’t have the expertise, we will tell you! throughout the world. speaking countries. his customers. worldwide.

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TEST MATERIALS
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We have agents and distributors in over 60 countries.
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