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Test Method: SATRA TM269

Seam slippage of woven fabrics

September 2009

SCOPE

This test method is intended to determine the amount slippage of yarns at a sewn seam. The method is applicable to all woven fabrics used in upholstery and apparel. The method is not suitable for industrial fabrics such as beltings.

PRINCIPLE

A sewn specimen is clamped at right angles to the seam and a specified force is applied then reduced at which point the seam opening is measured.

REFERENCES

EN ISO 7500-1: 2004. Metallic materials. Verification of static uniaxial testing machines. Verification and calibration of the force measuring system.
SATRA TM28: 1994 - Mass per unit area.

HISTORY

First issued September 2009.

AVAILABILITY

This test method is available to members and non-members.

PRICE (ex. VAT)

This price is for a printed copy of the Test Method.

  • Members: £75
  • Non-members: £215

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