State-of-the-art lab in North America, CTT is equipped to perform testing on textile materials, solid polymers, Geosynthetics and composite materials. Our capacities cover a wide range of evaluation

Accelerated ageing: including UV exposures; temperature cycling; static loading; flexing; salt fog exposure; repeated flexing; exposure to chemicals

Chemical testing: fiber content; polymers identification; molecules/element content; spectrometric analysis (UV-VIS-Near infrared-infrared); chromatography (HPLC-MS; GC-MS; Ionic chromatography; ICP-OES); chemical permeation; oxidation induction time (OIT and HP-OIT).

Mechanical-Dynamometry: well-known for its wide range of testing capacity, CTT is equipped to perform tensile and compression tests, from 5N to 300kN, with climatic chambers (-70°C to 250°C) with contact and video extensometers. Impact tester is also available for solid polymers and plastic films.

Physical testing includes all measurements related to textile identification, knit/weave pattern, fiber and yarn dimensions, comfort evaluation including breathability and thermal insulation, fabric hand (Kawabata full testing line)

Flammability: burnt length, after flame and afterglow time, Radiant protective performance (RPP), thermal protective performance (TPP), FlashFireMan ™ - exposure to hydrocarbon flash fire as per NFPA 2112, smoke density, cone calorimeter, radiant panel index and self-extinguishment, toxic gas content.

Water behavior: water vapor permeability, waterproofness, drainage capacity and transmissivity, wicking rate and drying time.

Biodegradability and microbiological lab: biodurden evaluation of materials, bacteria resistance, anti-fungal activity, biodegradability.

Medical textiles: medical gowns, surgical drapes and gowns, medical masks, cardiovascular implants.

Custom-made testing: CTT adapts test methods, develops new concepts of measurements, participates actively to Standard committees (ASTM, CGSB, etc…)

One of the most efficient Geosynthetic lab in the world, under our brand SAGEOS, we support the geosynthetic industry in the development of new ways to evaluate materials, qualify products, and development of products.

Our laboratories cover testing capacities for Geotextiles, Geomembranes, GCL, drainage pipes, Geo-nets, Geocomposites, Geogrids, Geocells, Geofoams, Synthetic turf, Anti-erosion fences, Vertical Drains (PVD) (“Prefabricated Vertical Drain”)… for many applications and needs such as Environmental engineering, landfills, Mining industry and energy production, Road construction, Infrastructures and Civil Engineering, Building, Agriculture, Horticulture, Canals, Dams and Dikes, Earthworks, Landscaping, Synthetic turf, Sports fields, Playgrounds, Aqueducts and water management…

As a group of experts, CTT has the capacity to support many needs from textile related industry:

• Evaluation of technical specifications for textile materials: selection of test methods, identification of the performance criteria for pass/fail decision.
• Defect analysis: for the identification of root cause for defects (origin from the yarn, knit, dyeing and finishing…) delamination problem…
• Technological watch: development of a new project related to raw material or processing starts to a deep knowledge in the field of manufacturing technology.
• Training On-Demand: many training sessions exist around the world, we do on-demand training to support your own needs, and answer your questions.

At CTT Group we develop innovative products for the industry.

For Techtextile 2024, we are showcasing two innovations developed by our experts for industrial partners. More info available at our booth Hall 11.0 #A18.

Product 1: VEGETECH, Biosourced material as a replacement for leather

To wear nature without resorting to animals, this is the motivation behind Vegetal Alternatives initiative to develop, in collaboration with CTT Group, a sustainable plant-based alternative to leather with performances that match cow hides, including moisture vapor transmission.

Vegetech is made of extracts from three plants: Ricinus (castor seed oil), Hevea (natural rubber) and Soya (oil).

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Product 2: FLAURA, Apple by-products transformed into a material replacing natural leather

Flaura plant-based leather offers an eco-responsible option for the fashion and furnishings sectors.

The current color palette includes classic basics such as black and brown.

Various textures and weaves are available.

CTT, at the heart of the matter.

State-of-the-art lab in North America, CTT is equipped to perform testing on textile materials, solid polymers, Geosynthetics and composite materials. Our capacities cover a wide range of evaluation

Accelerated ageing: including UV exposures; temperature cycling; static loading; flexing; salt fog exposure; repeated flexing; exposure to chemicals

Chemical testing: fiber content; polymers identification; molecules/element content; spectrometric analysis (UV-VIS-Near infrared-infrared); chromatography (HPLC-MS; GC-MS; Ionic chromatography; ICP-OES); chemical permeation; oxidation induction time (OIT and HP-OIT).

Mechanical-Dynamometry: well-known for its wide range of testing capacity, CTT is equipped to perform tensile and compression tests, from 5N to 300kN, with climatic chambers (-70°C to 250°C) with contact and video extensometers. Impact tester is also available for solid polymers and plastic films.

Physical testing includes all measurements related to textile identification, knit/weave pattern, fiber and yarn dimensions, comfort evaluation including breathability and thermal insulation, fabric hand (Kawabata full testing line)

Flammability: burnt length, after flame and afterglow time, Radiant protective performance (RPP), thermal protective performance (TPP), FlashFireMan ™ - exposure to hydrocarbon flash fire as per NFPA 2112, smoke density, cone calorimeter, radiant panel index and self-extinguishment, toxic gas content.

Water behavior: water vapor permeability, waterproofness, drainage capacity and transmissivity, wicking rate and drying time.

Biodegradability and microbiological lab: biodurden evaluation of materials, bacteria resistance, anti-fungal activity, biodegradability.

Medical textiles: medical gowns, surgical drapes and gowns, medical masks, cardiovascular implants.

Custom-made testing: CTT adapts test methods, develops new concepts of measurements, participates actively to Standard committees (ASTM, CGSB, etc…)

One of the most efficient Geosynthetic lab in the world, under our brand SAGEOS, we support the geosynthetic industry in the development of new ways to evaluate materials, qualify products, and development of products.

Our laboratories cover testing capacities for Geotextiles, Geomembranes, GCL, drainage pipes, Geo-nets, Geocomposites, Geogrids, Geocells, Geofoams, Synthetic turf, Anti-erosion fences, Vertical Drains (PVD) (“Prefabricated Vertical Drain”)… for many applications and needs such as Environmental engineering, landfills, Mining industry and energy production, Road construction, Infrastructures and Civil Engineering, Building, Agriculture, Horticulture, Canals, Dams and Dikes, Earthworks, Landscaping, Synthetic turf, Sports fields, Playgrounds, Aqueducts and water management…

As a group of experts, CTT has the capacity to support many needs from textile related industry:

• Evaluation of technical specifications for textile materials: selection of test methods, identification of the performance criteria for pass/fail decision.
• Defect analysis: for the identification of root cause for defects (origin from the yarn, knit, dyeing and finishing…) delamination problem…
• Technological watch: development of a new project related to raw material or processing starts to a deep knowledge in the field of manufacturing technology.
• Training On-Demand: many training sessions exist around the world, we do on-demand training to support your own needs, and answer your questions.