Novel way to measure haptic quality on show at coating congress
emtec Electronic GmbH will demonstrate a simple and fast method to objectively measure important haptic parameters of fabrics with or without coating.
29th January 2021
During the premiere of the World Congress on Textile Coating, which takes place as an online event on 11-12 February and 18-19 February 2021, emtec Electronic GmbH will introduce to industry specialists, a unique method and device for measuring the haptic parameters of textiles and nonwoven materials.
Emtec’s Tactile Sensation Analyzer (TSA) gives a calculated value for the hand-feel/touch of a fabric based on the parameters of softness, smoothness, stiffness, flexibility, recovery and elasticity. This data enables precise adjustments and reproducible results to ensure a quality product, the company reports.