SETTING THE STANDARD

CONTENTS
PAGE 1 AREAS OF TESTING EXPERTISE PAGE 2-3 ELMATEAR PAGE 4-5 MARTINDALE PAGE 6-7 TITAN PAGE 8-9 TRUBURST PAGE 10-11 TRUFADE PAGE 12 TEST MATERIALS PAGE 13 SERVICE AND CALIBRATION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
COMBINING EXPERTISE WITH INNOVATION TO CREATE EXTRAORDINARY TESTING SOLUTIONS At James Heal, we are dedicated to designing and developing high precision testing instruments and test materials for physical and colour fastness testing. Our worldwide service and calibration division and expert technical assistance complement our product range, adding real value to your laboratory testing activities.
Setting the Standard
We are committed to forming close relationships and have established numerous partnerships within the textile industry, from trade and standards organisations, to test houses, customers and distribution partners. With a heritage spanning almost a century and a half, we have evolved and grown through a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in a thorough understanding of the applications, operating conditions and requirements of customers worldwide from independent testing laboratories and test houses, to fabric suppliers, manufacturers and retailers. Using knowledge and expertise, we consistently set the industry standard through product innovation and technology, with customer and user needs, present and future, driving our technological advancements. You can be assured that with James Heal, you will always receive the highest levels of product quality and customer service. We have Agents and Distribution partners all over the globe, ensuring locally available product whenever, and wherever you need it.

AREAS OF TESTING EXPERTISE

Textile: Colour Fastness
- Chlorinated Water - Dry Cleaning - Dry Heat - Hot Pressing - Laundering - Light - Perspiration - Phenolic Yellowing - Print Durability - Rubbing - Washing - Water

Textile: Physical
- Abrasion - Bursting Strength - Compression and Puncture - Crease and Wrinkle Recovery - Crimp - Drape - Durability - Flammability - Mass per unit area - Pilling - Security of Attachments - Seam Slippage - Shrinkage - Snagging - Spray Rating - Stretch and Recovery - Surface Deterioration - Tear Strength - Tensile Strength - Washing and Drying

Non-Textile
- Bursting strength of nonwovens, plastics, paper and medical products - Microscratching of laminates, wooden, painted, automotive and high gloss surfaces - Physical and colour fastness testing of leather - Rubbing fastness of laminates and wooden surfaces - Tear strength of paper and plastics

ELMATEAR
DIGITAL TEAR TESTER
Elmatear2 is a powerful and versatile instrument, which has been extensively re-designed with contemporary styling and a wide range of new features which offer real benefits: value, accuracy, safety and flexibility.

Elmatear
- Everything you need to start testing: Pendulum Weights (A-D), Check Weights and Specimen Preparation Templates are included - Increase capacity: with optional Pendulum Weight Kit (E) - User friendly software: no calculations required, statistical analysis of results and optional PC Software Package available - Fool proof operation: automatic level compensation, automatic pendulum weight detection, automatic zeroing and visible and audible indicators - Built-in safety: no finger traps, two handed release of pendulum and automatic arrest of pendulum - Quick and easy clamping: innovative rotary cam lock jaws and interchangeable jaw faces with Pendulum Weight Kit (E)

Service and Calibration

- Worldwide Service - ISO 17025 Calibration Service - 18 Months Warranty - Applications Support - Engineering Support - Operator Training - Knowledge Transfer - Textiles - Nonwovens - Paper - Board - Plastic

Technical Assistance

Applications

STANDARDS

Textile
ASTM D 1424 DIN 53862 EN ISO 13937-1 ISO 4674-2 ISO 9290 M&S P29 NEXT 17 NF G07-149

Paper
APPITA P 400 ASTM D 689 BS 4468 CSA D9 DIN 53128 EN 21974 GB/T 455 ISO 1974 JIS P 8116 PAPTAC D9 SCAN P11 SNV 198482 TAPPI T414 UNI 6444

Plastics
ASTM D 1922 GB/T 11999 ISO 6383-2 JIS K 7128-2 NF T54 141

Nonwovens
ASTM D 5734 WSP 100.1

TECHNICAL DATA

Standard Pendulum Weights (A-D) Optional Pendulum Weight (E) Units of Measurement Number of Specimens (Plies) Maximum Specimen Thickness Cut Length Blade Calibration Check Weight Dimensions Power Supply Warranty

8N, 16N, 32N, 64N 128N N, cN, mN, kgf, gf, lbf, ozf 1 to 16 5mm 15 - 20mm Titanium nitride coated Check Weights for each Pendulum 57kg 400 x 500 x 550mm 85 - 264VAC 50/60Hz 60W 18 Months

MARTINDALE
ABRASION AND PILLING TESTER
Our innovative product design team has set a new standard with the next generation Martindale 900 Series. Flexible, the series includes three models, fully populated with nine, five or two stations. Each combine the best in style, quality, affordability and functionality introducing users to the next level in abrasion and pilling testing.

Martindale
- James Heals unique product signature - Exquisite attention to user needs - Constructed from light weight, hard wearing materials - Unobstructed access to all test stations - Versatile and intuitive control panel - Optional voice prompts - Tool-free change between motions - Comprehensive range of sample holding options - Complies with all known standards for testing on Martindale

Service and Calibration

- Worldwide Service - UKAS (ISO 17025 based) Accredited Calibration Service - 18 Months Warranty - Applications Support - Engineering Support - Operator Training - Knowledge Transfer - ISO 12947-1 Abrasive Cloth (SM25) - M&S Nonwoven Felt - ISO 12947-1 Woven Felt - ISO 12947-1 Polyurethane Foam - Range of Abradants for specialised tests

Technical Assistance

Test Materials

APPLICATIONS AND TOOLING

Fabric Abrasion

Fabric Pilling

Sock Abrasion

Leather Abrasion (Ball Plate)

Edge Abrasion (Line Contact)

Scratch Resistance

STANDARDS

EN ISO 12947 EN ISO 12945 - 2 ASTM D4966 (Abrasion) ASTM D4970 (Pilling) JIS L 1096 EN 13770 ISO 17704 EN 13520 EN 14605

EN 14325 EN 943 EN 388 ISO 5470 - 2 SN 198529 and SN 198525 IS 12673 M&S P17, P18 and P19 Next 18 and 26 and many others

TECHNICAL DATA
Scope No. of specimens Exposed area of test specimen Working pressure on test specimen Rotational speed Total stroke of drive units Parallelism of top plate to abrading tables Parallelism of sample holders to abrading tables

Abrasion
Woven, knitted & certain nonwoven fabrics 2, 5 or 9 6.45cm2 9 kPa (apparel) 12 kPa (upholstery) 47.5 2.5rpm 60.5 0.5mm < 0.05mm < 0.05mm

Pilling
Woven & knitted fabrics (staple spun yarns) 2, 5 or 9 64.5cm2 2.5 cN/cm2 (knitteds) 6.5 cN/cm2 (wovens) 47.5 2.5rpm 24.0 0.5mm < 0.05mm < 0.05mm

Sock Abrasion
All fibre compositions & all end uses 2, 5 or 9 3.14cm2 23.86 kPa

47.5 2.5rpm 60.5 0.5mm < 0.05mm < 0.05mm

TITAN
UNIVERSAL STRENGTH TESTER
Titan4 is an outstanding, fourth generation Universal Strength Tester, designed specifically for testing textiles, nonwovens and leather in various forms: yarns, fabrics, garments and security of attachments. Innovative engineering and intuitive understanding of your needs are combined to produce an aesthetically pleasing and ergonomic instrument, with intelligent, easy-to-use TestWise TEST ANALYSIS Software, an extensive range of specimen grips and a comprehensive library of international standards and retailers own test methods.

Titan4
- Compact, desk top, standards-compliant Universal Strength Tester - Operates as standard in both tension and compression - Extensive range of tool-free, interchangeable specimen grips - Choice of three load cells - up to 3000N (approx 300kg): load cells supplied in cartridge form to improve protection and to facilitate safe handling and storage Service and Calibration - Worldwide Service - UKAS (ISO 17025 based) Accredited Calibration Service (tension and/or compression) - 18 Months Warranty - Operator Training - Knowledge transfer - TestWise Software On-Line Maintenance and User Support - Engineering Support

TestWise Test Analysis Software

- Microsoft Windows look and feel and familiar industry specific terminology - Single Software Package for yarn, leather, fabric and nonwovens: tensile strength, seam slippage, security of attachments, button strength, pile loop extraction, tear strength, peel bond (delamination), stretch and recovery (cyclic), ball burst, puncture and crushing - Extensive library of pre-loaded, national and international standards and of retailers test methods - Standards Editor making it easy to modify existing standards or create new methods - Automatic setting of test parameters (including gauge length) after selection of required standard or method - Three Clicks to start testing!

Technical Assistance

SELECTION OF STANDARDS

Fabric Strength 16 CFR 1500.53 Para (f) AATCC-ASTM TS-010 AATCC-ASTM TS-015 ASTM D5034 ASTM D5034 BS 3424 Part 33 Method 36 BS 3424 Part 4 Method 6 DIN 53858 EN ISO 13934-1 EN ISO 13934-2 EN ISO 1421 Method 1 EN ISO 1421 Method 2 ISO 5081 ISO 5082 ISO 9073-3 M&S P11 NEXT TM 27 NF G 35-107 Method B RSG 1 Seam Strength and Seam Slippage ASTM D1683 ASTM D4034 ASTM D434 BS 3320 DIN 53868 EN ISO 13935-1 EN ISO 13935-2

EN ISO 13936-1 EN ISO 13936-2 EN ISO 13936-3 IWS TM 117 M&S P12 M&S P12A M&S P12B NEXT TM 16 NEXT TM 16a RSG 2 RSG 3 Stretch and Recovery / Cyclic adidas 4-27 ASTM D4964 ASTM D6614 BHS 15J BS 4952 Calida Bodywear Test No. 21 Decathlon DS-275 DUPONT TTM 076 EN 14704-1 EN 14704-3 - Method A Limited Brands LTD03 M&S P14 M&S P14A M&S P14B M&S P15 Part 1 M&S P15A

M&S P15B NEXT TM 21 NEXT TM 21a RSG 4 RSG 5 RSG 6 SIS 65 00 68 Tear Strength AS 2001-2.10 ASTM D2261 ASTM D5587 ASTM D5735 BS 3424 Part 5 Method 7A BS 3424 Part 5 Method 7B BS 3424 Part 5 Method 7C BS 4303 DIN 53859 Part 2 DIN 53859 Part 5 DUPONT TTM 035 EN ISO 4674-1 Method A EN ISO 4674-1 Method B EN ISO 9073-4 EN ISO 13937-2 EN ISO 13937-3 EN ISO 13937-4 M&S P35 M&S P98 NEXT TM 25 SIS 25 12 31

TECHNICAL DATA

Measuring Principle Capacity (Tension & Compression) Load Cells Accuracy of Load Cells Test / Return / Jog Speed Speed Accuracy Maximum Stroke Total Vertical Space Positional Accuracy Calibration Safety

Constant Rate of Extension (CRE) 3000N, 3kN, 300kgf and 670lbf 3000N, 600N and 120N Quick-change cartridge, auto-recognition S beam cells Class 0.5 (0.5%) from 2 - 100% of load cell capacity 1 - 2000mm/min 0.005% 660mm 885mm 0.00125mm Load cells: ISO 7500-1 (UKAS accredited) and ASTM E4 Instrument: ISO 7500-1 and ASTM D76 CE marked (complies with Machinery, Low Voltage and EMC Directives)

TRUBURST
BURSTING STRENGTH AND FATIGUE TESTER
TruBurst3 is a fully pneumatic bursting and 3D fatigue tester, which comfortably exceeds the exacting requirements of ISO 13938-2, ASTM D3786 and of many other national and international standards. The inherent flexibility of TruBurst3 gives it the capability to test a broad range of materials including textiles, nonwovens, paper, board, plastics and medical products.

TruBurst
- Pneumatic: clean, efficient and safe - Non-contact laser distension measurement: accurate results - Automatic diaphragm correction: improves precision - Adjustable clamping pressure: avoids slippage or specimen damage - Automatic burst detect system: sensitive and reliable - Illuminated viewing area: easily view tests in progress - Automatic recognition of test dome: tool free change over accelerates testing and reduces downtime - Intuitive software: for experienced and inexperienced users - Test method configuration: save up to 50 of your own - Cyclic software: cycle up to 500 times to a pressure or distension - Dual Control Model: approved by Marks & Spencer and adidas Service and Calibration - Worldwide Service - UKAS (ISO 17025 based) Accredited Calibration Service - 18 Months Warranty - Applications Support - Engineering Support - Operator Training - Knowledge Transfer

Applications
Textiles - Knitted and woven apparel - Technical textiles - Wet wipes - Surgical gowns and masks - Staple, spun laid and air-laid - Kitchen paper - Toilet paper - Diverse paper products - Food packaging - Bin liners - Sacks - Various plastic products - Organ patches - Hernia patches - Wound dressings - Artificial arteries - Animal skin - Artificial skin - Blister packs - Mosquito nets

Nonwovens

Paper

Plastics

Medical

Technical Assistance

STANDARDS

ISO 13938-2 ASTM D3786 Woolmark TM29 Edana 80.3 WSP 30.2 NEXT Test Method 22 M&S P27 adidas 4.09 ISO 2758 (paper)

TECHNICAL DATA

Pressure Range - TruBurst3 Model 801

kPa Upper Pressure Limit Resolution 100 0.02 psi 14.5 0.004 kg/cm2 1.019 0.0002 bar 1 0.0002 kN/m2 100 0.02

Pressure Range - TruBurst3 Model 810 and Model 810/DC (Dual Control)
kPa Upper Pressure Limit Resolution 1000 0.2 psi 145 0.04 kg/cm2 10.20 0.002 bar 10 0.002 kN/m2 1000 0.2

Distension Range
mm Minimum Resolution Maximum Resolution 0.1 70.0 0.1 cm 0.01 7.00 0.01 inches 0.001 2.756 0.001

SPECIMEN SIZE

Area 7.3cm2 7.8cm2 10cm2 50cm2 100cm2

Diameter 30.5mm 31.5mm 35.7mm 79.8mm 112.8mm

Maximum Distension 30mm 30mm 30mm 70mm 70mm

TRUFADE
LIGHT FASTNESS TESTER
TruFade truly revolutionises laboratory light fastness testing. James Heal has combined years of accumulated engineering and applications expertise to create a Light Fastness Tester which streamlines and simplifies a difficult area of colour fastness testing. EVERY FUNCTION OF TRUFADE HAS BEEN CAREFULLY DESIGNED WITH THE USER IN MIND. TRUFADE IS WHOLLY STANDARDS COMPLIANT AND DELIVERS ACCURATE AND RELIABLE RESULTS EVERY TIME!
TruFade
- High performance, air-cooled xenon lamp - Interchangeable filter systems for switching between ISO and AATCC standards - Blue Wool and Controlled Irradiance operating modes - SolarSens Radiometer incorporating Black Standard Thermometer (BST) - Up to 27 sample holder faces giving a total exposure area of 1640cm2 - Exceptionally low running costs - Complies with international standards for testing textiles and leather - Compact, highly ergonomic and stylish design Service and Calibration - Worldwide Service - ISO 17025 Calibration Service - 18 Months Warranty - Applications Support - Engineering Support - Operator Training - Knowledge Transfer - ISO Blue Wool Standards (in pieces or pre-mounted strips on cards) - AATCC Blue Wool Standards (L series) - ISO Humidity Test Control Fabric (Red Azoic) - OBA-free Specimen Mounting Card - ISO Grey Scale for assessing Change in Colour - AATCC Gray Scale for Change in Color

Technical Assistance

Test Materials

Test Chamber
- Wide opening and at arms level offering comfortable access - Bright LED internal chamber lighting (illuminates when door is open) - Spacious design facilitating easy loading/unloading of specimen holders - Close control of chamber temperature and humidity - Turntable for up to 9 triangular Specimen Holders or for 8 Specimen Holders and SolarSens (used in Controlled Irradiance mode) - Interchangeable optical filter systems: replaceable infra-red filters (ISO) and non-ageing filters (AATCC)

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STANDARDS

ISO 105-B02 AATCC 16

IUF 402 SLF 402

TECHNICAL DATA

Standards (pre-programmed) Lamp Total Exposure Area Test Positions Exposure Area of each Test Position Irradiance Monitoring System Irradiance (300-400nm) Range Test Chamber Humidity Range Test Chamber Temperature Range Black Standard Temperature Range Water Reservoir Capacity Water Consumption (ISO 105-B02 Normal) Colour Touch Screen Chamber Viewing Window Ethernet Connection

ISO 105-B02 & AATCC 16 2200W air-cooled xenon 1640cm2 27 maximum 60.75cm2 (135 x 45mm) SolarSens (Radiometer) 40 - 50 W/m2 Ambient - 95%RH Ambient - 95C 40 - 65C 27 litres 0.5 - 1.5 l/h Supplied as standard Supplied as standard Supplied as standard

INSTALLATION DATA

Dimensions (approx.) Weight (approx.) Electrical Supply Water Recommended Ambient Temperature Range Recommended Ambient Humidity Range

720 (width) x 680 (depth) x 1200 (height) mm 240kg Single phase 230V 15% (3kW) 50/60Hz Pure (ISO 3696 Grade 3) 16 - 24C 30 - 65%RH (non-condensing)

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TEST MATERIALS

we supply ALL THE TEST AND REFERENCE MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR PHYSICAL AND COLOUR FASTNESS TESTING

major product lines: - BLUE WOOL STANDARDS (COLOUR FASTNESS TO LIGHT) - COTTON LAWN (CROCKING CLOTH) - DETERGENTS - GREY SCALES - MAKEWEIGHTS (LOADING FABRICS OR BALLAST) - MARKING PENS (PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY MARKING) - MARTINDALE TEST MATERIALS - MULTIFIBRE DW - NICKEL SCREENING KIT - YELLOWING TEST KIT

James Heal manufacture and supply Test and Reference Materials of unrivalled quality, which are totally compliant with the relevant standards and specifications. We have been manufacturing Testing Instruments for more than 100 years and utilise the same accumulated technical expertise and uncompromising attention to detail in the development and production of Test Materials. Furthermore, we possess a unique understanding of the critical relationship between Instruments and Test Materials

and strive constantly to improve that interface. Test and Reference Materials are manufactured in a purpose-built Test Materials Centre, containing state-ofthe-art facilities for warping, weaving, inspection, cutting and sewing, as well as for physical, colour fastness and chemical testing. Two modern laboratories, working within a stringent and no compromise quality system, check systematically every batch of product. Quality and consistency are also assured by the

use of independent UKASaccredited Test Houses and by carrying out carefully selected performance tests. We have a zero tolerance to non-conformance and product is not released unless it is fully compliant. Certificates to demonstrate conformity of our Test and Reference Materials are available and without additional cost. Our range contains all the test and reference materials required for physical and colour fastness testing.

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SERVICE AND CALIBRATION

INSTALLATION SERVICE
We would like you to obtain full benefit and an excellent return on your purchase of a James Heal instrument, so we offer an optional installation service. Our team will unpack, position and connect your new equipment to the relevant services.

CONTRACTUAL MAINTENANCE
We recommend regular, planned maintenance for your instruments, to preserve their value and to maintain their accuracy and reliability. Attractive rates and priority treatment are accorded to contract clients.

COMMISSIONING SERVICE
If you feel that your personnel need training to get the best out of your new equipment, our installation engineers are able to provide basic training. More advanced training is available through our Technical Assistance Service.

CALIBRATION SERVICES
Our calibration services are based on ISO 17025. Many of our calibration procedures are accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service). UKAS Certificates of Calibration are recognised and accepted worldwide by accreditors and customers and are your guarantee of our competence and of the continuing accuracy of your instrumentation.

BREAKDOWN SERVICE
Experienced and skilled instrument technicians are available, at very short notice, to visit your Company, in any part of the world, to deal with emergency breakdowns and to restore rapidly your equipment to full operating condition.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

APPLICATIONS SUPPORT
Experienced textile technologists identify the right instruments and the correct test materials for your application and provide on-going advice and support.

KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
James Heal specialises in all aspects of fabric and colour fastness testing and qualified, knowledgeable people are available to help and to guide you through the complex world of standards, retailers requirements and other issues.

ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Skilled technicians provide quick and effective help when instruments break down and get you back up and running with the least possible delay.

TRAINING
We offer training at James Heal or in your factory helping you to maximise the return on your investment.

LABORATORY
The facilities and staff in our fully equipped, controlled environment laboratory assist you to confirm instrument selection and to resolve any correlation issues between you and your customer or supplier.

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TESTING INSTRUMENTS
High precision textile testing instrumentation

TEST MATERIALS
Guaranteed fit-for-purpose test materials for textile testing procedures

SERVICE AND CALIBRATION

Worldwide installation, maintenance and calibration service

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Expert engineering and applications support

A world wide presence

James Heal has Agents and Distribution Partners in over 60 countries. Please visit our website www.james-heal.co.uk

for more information and contact details for your local James Heal Agent.

AGENT
James Heal Richmond Works Halifax HX3 6EP England Tel +44 (0) 1422 366355 Fax +44 (0) 1422 352440 Email info@james-heal.co.uk Web www.james-heal.co.uk

Setting the Standard

The right is reserved to alter the specification or modify the appearance without notice. James HealTM 2012

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