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Services in Textiles

From circular fibres to new certification requirements and changing regulations, the textile industry is undergoing rapid transformation. RISE provides a comprehensive range of services covering every stage of the textile value chain, including material development, testing, certification and recycling solutions.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Controlled release

Quantifying the release rate of active substances is crucial for understanding and controlling their function in various applications. RISE offers reliable methods to measure, analyze, and model release in relevant environments.

Determination of Tear Force of trouser-shaped test specimens

Method for determining the tear strength of a material using the trouser-shaped method

Bursting strength and elongation

Materials that are stretchable or for other reasons not suitable for tensile testing can instead be tested for bursting strength.

Determination of resistance to water penetration

Fabrics that should be waterproof are tested with increasing water pressure until drops penetrates the surface.

Microplastic from textiles

We offer both qualitative and quantitative analysis of microfibres from textile sources, both synthetic (microplastic) and natural.

Service / Pulp and paper

Self-adhesive labels (RA-FS 2006:4)

Self-adhesive labels are attached to archive boxes and other storage media to inform about the contents. The National Archives’ technical regulations RA-FS 2006:4, Appendix 3, set the requirements for testing the durability of self-adhesive labels. RISE testing evaluates whether the labels meet the…

Analysis of Melamine

It is important that the textiles on the market are free from hazardous and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the chemical content of products.

Fibre analysis

The need to be able to identify fibres is increasing as textile recycling advances. RISE can offer a selection of different fibre analysis methods for both new and recycled synthetic and natural fibre types.

Development of filament and staple fibers

Man-made fibers produced using solution spinning are collected and processed as filament or staple fibers depending on the desired application. RISE has equipment and knowledge to develop these two types of fibers that can be further converted into yarns and threads.

Development of dopes for wet and air-gap spinning

An essential step in solution spinning is the development of spinning dopes (polymer solutions) with optimal properties. Precise control over dope properties is essential for ensuring proper extrusion and coagulation, thereby laying the foundation for a well-functioning solution spinning process fo…

Air-gap spinning

Air-gap (dry-jet wet) spinning is a method used for man-made fiber production. In this method, a polymer solution is extruded through a spinneret and travels through an air gap before entering the coagulation bath. Air gap allows better polymer orientation prior to its solidification compared to we…

Post processing of textile fibres

RISE in Mölndal offers a broad expertise within post processing of textile fibres, from different raw materials and for different end uses.

Testing of odours from textile materials

We offer odour tests that allows us to carry out practical tests. The methods involve recognising odours from textile materials.

Service / Medtech

Test methods for wound dressings SS-EN 13726:2023

There are different types of dressings with specific properties. Dressings can be used to manage wound fluid, create an optimal wound environment and protect wounds against external influences such as bacteria and viruses.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of extractable Heavy Metals

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Analysis of Alkylphenols and Alkylphenolethoxylates

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of per- and polyfluorinated compounds (PFC’s)

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of Dimethylfumarate (DMFu)

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of UV-stabilizers

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of Azodicarboxamide (ADCA)

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Testing of microclimate properties

Using the equipment The Sweating Indentor, properties related to microclimate can be measured, which is essential for a product’s perceived comfort.

Test for colour fastness to water SS-EN ISO 105-E01

It is important that dyed textiles maintain their intended colour and do not bleed onto other fabrics and materials through staining. When a piece of fabric come in contact with water it can cause unwanted staining.

Tests for colour fastness to perspiration SS-EN ISO 105-E04

It is important that dyed textiles maintain their intended colour and do not bleed onto other fabrics and materials through staining. When we sweat, fabrics that come into contact with the skin can be affected, and if the colour does not adhere as it should, it can cause unwanted staining.

Testing of weather resistance in textiles and coated materials

Through artificial weathering, you can, during controlled conditions, determine how well a textile material withstands the impact of external factors such as UV light, temperature, humidity, and rain.

Colour fastness to artificial light according to SS-EN ISO 105-B02

This standard describes a method for determining the impact of light on colors in textile materials of all kinds.

Testing of textile material according to Möbelfakta

Möbelfakta is an environmental label for furniture. In order to be able to Möbelfakta mark a piece of furniture that includes textile materials, it must, among other things, meet Möbelfakta's requirements.The RISE textile materials laboratory can test according to the criteria in Möbelfakta's requi…

Resistance to snagging according to ASTM D3939/D3939M-13 (2017)

Snagging is defined as loops of yarn/fibres on the surface of woven or knitted fabrics that occur when the material comes into contact with a sharp/prickly object. When we use textiles in different areas, there is a risk that they will come in contact with sharp objects, which can cause loops to b…

ISO 18184 antiviral activity of textile products

This standard determines the antiviral activity of the textile product against specific viruses.

Service / Infection control

ISO 16604, Clothing for protection against pathogens

ISO 16604, Clothing for protection against contact with blood and body fluids

Spinnability evaluation of new polymer materials

RISE in Mölndal conducts research and development of textile fibres, with a special focus on material transition for a sustainable development. Melt spinning poses certain requirements on the material, including high temperature stability and suitable flow properties. We can evaluate the spinnabili…

Pilot scale melt spinning of multi-component textile fibres

At RISE in Mölndal, we offer pilot scale melt spinning R&D services for textile fibres. Our unique facility enables the development of multi-component fibres from thermoplastic, biobased and recycled polymers – supporting companies and researchers in creating innovative and sustainable textile mate…

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of siloxanes (D4, D5, D6) in textile and plastics

It is important that the materials on the market are free of hazardous and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Characterisation of viscose fibre

Fibre characterisation such as linear density, fibre strength or tenacity and elongation of staple fibres and filaments from viscose show the mechanical properties of the fibre.

Analyzes of Cellulose for Dissolving Pulp

By using dissolving pulp as a raw material, textile companies can play an active role in the transition towards a more sustainable and circular economy. By investing in research and development of dissolving fibers and production methods, the industry can contribute to promoting a more sustainable …

OEKO-TEX® LEATHER STANDARD Product certification for leather

OEKO-TEX® LEATHER STANDARD is a certification for leather products and accessories that have been tested with regard to the content of substances that are harmful to health. Do you want to convey that your products are safe to use regarding harmful substances? RISE helps you with the certificatio…

Resistance to surface wetting (spray test) according to SS-EN ISO 4920

Some textiles are given an increased product performance by adding a water-repellent treatment to their functional surfaces. The method can be used to assess the effectiveness of such finishing. At our Textile Laboratory, "spray test" is one of the methods we can offer to evaluate water-repellent …

Water repellency (Bundesmann) of fabrics according to SS-EN 29865

The test can be used to assess the effectiveness of finishing procedures to make fabrics water-repellent and to assess the ability to absorb and resist water penetration. At our Textile Laboratory we can offer testing of water repellency properties by Bundesmann.

Open end yarn spinning - rotor spinning

RISE has an equipment that can make yarn from textile fibres and create staple fibre yarns. This method is called Open End or rotor spinning and is suitable for short fibres. We have different kinds of rotors that fits different kinds of fibres and several blends.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

FTIR-Spectroscopy

FTIR analysis is valuable for batch analysis to ensure consistent quality over time. It can be used to verify materials that do not behave as expected, helping confirm that the correct material has been supplied. Recycled material streams often require inspection to ensure proper sorting and that…

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

The TGA instrument measures weight change of a sample as a function of temperature.

SS-EN ISO 6941

This method is used to evaluate flame spread properties of vertically oriented textiles such as curtains, drapes, apparel textiles etc by measuring the burning time.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of solvent residues (NMP, NEP, DMAc, DMF, FA) in textiles

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Analysis of PAHs - Polyaromatic hydrocarbons

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Analysis of pH in textiles

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Service / Chemical and biological analysis

Analysis of phthalates and plasticizers in textiles and plastics

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content. Plasticizers are used to make a stiff plastic, e.g. PVC, soft and flexible.

Analysis of organotin compounds in textiles

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Analysis of allergenic dispersion dyes in textiles

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.

Analysis of carcinogenic arylamines from azo dye in textiles

It is important that the textiles on the market are free of harmful and regulated substances. Chemical analysis is a way to gain control over the products' chemical content.