DURABILITY
CERTIFICATE
BY AITEX
WE CERTIFY THE DURABILITY OF GARMENTS AND TEXTILE FABRICS
The modern consumer is becoming ever more committed to respecting the environment, and there is a clear and growing preference for sustainable garments. Sustainability and durability in fashion are twinned within a single concept: durable garments that can be worn for years, minimising the environmental impact of their manufacture and disposal.
Durable garments not only contribute to reducing textile waste, but also reduce the demand for raw materials. This results in lower consumption of water, energy and raw materials, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
The combination of sustainability and durability in fashion provides a comprehensive solution to mitigate the environmental impact of the textile industry, promote the responsible use of resources and provide consumers with higher quality, longer lasting products for a more sustainable future.
DURABILITY CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY AITEX
WHAT IS THE DURABILITY CERTIFICATE?
AITEX’s Durability Certificate rigorously evaluates the quality and durability of garments and fabrics, and ensures that the original properties of the materials will be maintained throughout their useful life. To obtain the certification, garments and fabrics are subjected to a series of physical and mechanical tests that simulate conditions of use and washing, providing an accurate assessment of the product’s durability
The aim is to ensure that certified garments and fabrics retain their characteristics and performance over time, offering consumers high quality, long life products. The certification not only enhances consumer confidence but benefits manufacturers and retailers by highlighting their commitment to quality and sustainability.
WHAT KIND OF TEXTILES CAN BEAR THE DURABILITY CERTIFICATION?
The Durability Certificate covers a wide range of fabrics and textiles with a rigorous assessment of their quality and resistance.
Everyday clothing such as T-shirts, trousers, dresses and underwear, which need to be durable enough to survive frequent use and washing and sportswear, workwear, outdoor wear and home textiles.
DURABLE
TEXTILES
FOR A MORE
SUSTAINABLE
FUTURE
HOW IS DURABILITY MEASURED IN FABRICS AND CLOTHING?
The durability of a garment is ascertained via a series of physical and mechanical tests performed to rigorous technical specifications to assess whether the garment will maintain its functionality and appearance throughout its lifetime. Evaluation methods include abrasion, tensile, tear and pilling tests, and colour and shape retention.
The Certificate establishes a correlation between wear and washing cycles, which assesses whether the fabric or garment retains its qualities over time. The procedure involves washing samples a predetermined number of times, and then evaluating their strength, elasticity, appearance and structural integrity. The tests determine the garment’s ability to withstand wear and tear to ensure its durability and functionality over its expected lifetime.
WHY SHOULD THE DURABILITY LABEL BE INCLUDED ON GARMENTS?
AITEX’s Durability Certificate provides a guarantee that the garment or fabric meets strict durability standards. The certificate ensures that the garment will maintain its functionality and appearance over time and is displayed on the garment labelling to inform the consumer that the item they are purchasing has passed rigorous tests and meets the durability requirements established by AITEX.
This enables consumers to make more informed and responsible purchasing decisions, buying products that not only meet their needs for fashion and functionality, but also contribute to a more sustainable future.
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WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF HAVING A DURABILITY DERTIFICATE FOR FABRICS AND GARMENTS?
> The durability certificate ensures that the fabric or garment has been subjected to rigorous testing and meets specific quality standards.
> A certificate of durability provides an additional guarantee, building trust and brand loyalty.
> In an increasingly competitive market, quality certificates help manufacturers position themselves as a benchmark for quality and sustainability.
> Promoting durable garments contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing the frequency of replacement and the volume of textile waste.
> This helps drive companies towards continuous product innovation and improvement to meet durability standards.
