What is PD 6527 –Test methods for textiles about?
PD 6527 is an international standard that focuses on the methods to produce textiles of the highest quality.
PD 6527 describes miscellaneous methods of test for textiles. PD 6527 covers methods of test for raw silk, methods of test for dupion raw silk, determination of nep content of card web, and methods of tests for textiles.
Who is PD 6527 - Test methods for textiles for?
PD 6527 on the test methods for textiles is useful for:
- Textile manufacturer
- Clothing industries
- Textile testing laboratories
- Fabric quality assurance authorities
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use PD 6527 - Test methods for textiles?
Quality of textiles can be coined as the level of acceptance of clothing products or services. For the textile and apparel industry, product quality is checked in terms of finish and class of the fibres, yarns, fabric construction, colourfastness, designs, and the final product.
PD 6527 has been prepared under the direction of the Textiles and Clothing Standards Policy Committee. Textile testing is carried out in fibre, yarn, fabric and sometimes in the garment stage.
PD 6527 gives information about points that should be included in the test report such as:
- Identification of the fabric tested
- Cleansing and drying procedure used
- Date of test
- Which surface was tested
- Any deviations from this procedure
PD 6527 helps its users to verify the characteristics and properties of raw silk in order to produce high-quality silk that can be used for various apparel and applications. Adopting PD 6527 is very useful for the users, as the highest quality silk can benefit them, resulting in a very profitable business.
