Posted November 4, 2014

 

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Register today for an Introduction to Textile Testing Workshop, hosted by the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC), scheduled for December 3-4 at AATCC’s headquarters here.

 

If you are responsible for product evaluation, specifications and quality control for apparel and textile materials, this workshop is a must for you.

 

Attendees will learn how to properly perform and interpret test results for about 20 colorfastness and physical properties test methods and evaluation procedures. Colorfastness tests to be addressed include crocking, light, washing and perspiration. Tests for evaluating physical properties include dimensional change (home laundering and accelerated methods), moisture management, water repellency and resistance and appearance retention. AATCC staff will discuss and demonstrate these procedures and registrants will be involved in hands-on participation.

 

Sessions will be conducted on basic color theory and measurement as well as fiber identification. Participants will be shown how to use the AATCC Gray Scales for Staining and Color Change, the AATCC Chromatic Transference Scale and Xenon Reference Fabric. 

 

ASTM methods, D 4966 Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Martindale Abrasion Tester Method); and D 3512 Standard Test Method for Pilling Resistance and Other Related Surface Changes of Textile Fabrics: Random Tumble Pilling Tester will also be discussed and demonstrated.

 

Individuals registering on or before November 18 pay $1,049 ($705 for individual and corporate AATCC members) and will include luncheons, breaks and a copy of the AATCC Technical Manual. After November 18 the registration fee increases to $755 for AATCC members and $1,099 for nonmembers. Attendance is limited so early registration is encouraged.

 

For complete program details or to register visit AATCC’s website.