Quality that is tested: how the SVITAP testing laboratory verifies coated fabrics
For technical materials, appearance alone is not enough. It is important that they perform reliably in practice over the long term, withstand everyday use and meet the requirements of a specific operation. This is why testing coated fabrics plays an important role during the production process itself.
At SVITAP, we place emphasis on the quality, functionality and reliability of our materials. Each application has different requirements – a material intended for upholstery behaves differently from a technical fabric for industrial use, and differently again from a material that needs to withstand moisture, bending or mechanical stress.
In-house testing laboratory directly at the production plant
The SVITAP production plant in Chropyně includes its own testing laboratory equipped with modern instruments and technologies. This allows us to continuously check materials, test their properties and verify whether they meet the required standards and specifications.
The testing laboratory is important not only for the inspection of finished products, but also for development and innovation. It allows us to better understand how a material behaves under load, during repeated use or when exposed to various conditions.
What is tested in coated fabrics?
Coated fabrics often need to meet several requirements at the same time. That is why a wide range of properties is monitored, as these can determine whether the material is suitable for a specific application.
The testing laboratory examines, for example, tensile strength, elongation, adhesion of the coating to the base fabric, resistance to repeated bending and abrasion resistance. Thickness, hardness, dimensional stability and water resistance are also important.
Each test has its purpose. It helps verify whether the material can handle the conditions for which it is intended and whether it will retain the required properties even during long-term use.
Testing as part of development
The testing laboratory is not only a control point at the end of production. It is also an important part of developing new materials and customised solutions.
When a customer is looking for a material for a specific application, it is necessary to verify which properties will be key for that use. In some cases, water resistance is decisive; in others, flexibility, strength, surface finish or stability at higher temperatures may be more important.
Thanks to testing, we can adapt the material more precisely to specific requirements and look for a solution that will truly work in practice.
Quality confirmed by measurement
For coated fabrics, repeatability and reliability are essential. Customers need to know that the material will have stable properties and that its quality is not based on estimation, but on measurement and inspection.
Testing therefore helps maintain a high production standard. At the same time, it provides important information for further material improvement, adjustment of formulations and the search for new application possibilities.
Durability for everyday practice
SVITAP coated fabrics are used in many areas – from public spaces and transport to healthcare and technical applications. Each environment places different demands on the material, but they all have one thing in common: the need for long service life and reliable performance.
Our in-house testing laboratory allows us to verify that the materials meet these requirements. Whether it concerns resistance to mechanical stress, repeated bending, moisture or dimensional changes, testing helps prevent potential issues before the material reaches its final application.
Are you looking for a material that will perform in practice?
Do you need a coated fabric for a specific application or are you dealing with special requirements for material properties? Contact us. We will be happy to discuss your brief and recommend a solution that meets the demands of your operation and long-term use.
