二、What kind of fabric is suitable for the application of industrial seats?
三、CAIWING's Professional Product Line of Industrial Seats
四、CAIWING advantages
一、Introduction to factory seating
1.Definition
Industrial production seating refer to those used in industrial settings such as manufacturing, warehousing, and laboratories. Different from office chairs, their core feature lies in their adaptability to harsh environments, such as being oil - resistant, impact - resistant, and anti - static. At the same time, they need to meet occupational health standards to reduce workers' fatigue and strain.
2.The difference between industrial seating and commercial seating
In addition to different usage scenarios, industrial seating and commercial seating also have fundamental differences in design goals, selection of structural materials, functionality, and durability.
The design goals of industrial seating focus on safety, durability, and ergonomic performance. In contrast, the primary design intents of commercial and civilian seats are comfort and aesthetics.
Regarding the selection of structural materials, it should align with the design purpose of each type of seat. For example, industrial seats often feature a steel structure combined with engineering plastics. For upholstery, materials like high-strength plastics, high-degree-of-polymerization PU, or PC are chosen. In comparison, commercial and civilian seats mostly use materials such as PU and PVC with ordinary degrees of polymerization.
In terms of functionality, industrial seats prioritize high-intensity use and durability, providing excellent ergonomic designs and additional functions such as anti - static properties, slides, and recliners to adapt to heavy-duty industrial environments. Commercial seats,emphasize comfort and aesthetics, offering medium-intensity usage functions like massage, heating, stacking, and folding to meet the needs of commercial environments.
When it comes to durability, industrial seating are more focused on high - intensity use and long - lasting performance, suitable for heavy - duty industrial settings. Commercial seats, however, place more emphasis on comfort and aesthetics, catering to medium-intensity commercial environments.
3.Application fields
Due to their durability, functionality, and emphasis on ergonomics, industrial seats play a crucial role in multiple industries and fields, such as manufacturing, electronics, logistics and warehousing, healthcare, IT operations and maintenance, aerospace, energy, food processing, cleanroom and laboratories.
4.The safety standards required for industrial seats
General industrial scenarios: ANSI/BIFMA X5.1, EN 1335, GB/T 39223.3
Explosion - proof environment: ATEX, IEC 61340
Electronics manufacturing: ESD S20.20, RoHS
Laboratory environment: ISO 14644, GREENGUARD
Ergonomics and occupational health: AGR, OSHA1910, NIOSH
Industry - specific certifications: IEC61340, FDA, DIN4551
二、What kind of fabric is suitable for the application of industrial seats?
The fabric of industrial seats needs to balance durability, safety, functional adaptability, and ergonomic comfort in harsh environments.
1.Basic durability performance
Abrasion Resistance Requirements: This is a basic test of the fabric's abrasion and scratch resistance, which are fundamental requirements for durability and aesthetics. Generally, there are three testing methods, namely Mardindale abrasion test, Wyzenbeek abrasion test, and Taber abrasion test. In some special applications, the abrasion resistance needs to reach over 800,000 cycles in the Martindale abrasion test.
Tear and Tensile Strength Requirements: In industrial seating, the tear strength and tensile strength of the fabric are key physical performance indicators that directly affect the durability and safety of the seat.
Seam Strength and Endurance To Seam Fatigue Tests: These are important means to evaluate the stability and fatigue resistance of the fabric at the seams. Through these tests, it can be ensured that the material has sufficient durability and reliability during use, thus extending the service life of industrial seating.
Color Fastness Requirements: Color fastness is an important indicator to measure the color stability of the fabric during use, directly affecting the durability and aesthetics of the product. The following are the main requirements and test standards for textile color fastness: dry and wet rubbing color fastness, perspiration color fastness, water color fastness, neutral soap solution color fastness, and light color fastness.
Color Migration Resistance Performance: The color migration resistance performance of the fabric is an important indicator to measure its color stability during use. Color migration refers to the phenomenon where the color transfers from the fabric surface to other materials when the fabric comes into contact with them. This phenomenon can affect the appearance and service life of the product, so it is particularly important in industrial applications.
Hydrolysis Aging Resistance Requirements: The hydrolysis resistance of coated textiles refers to their stability when in long - term contact with water or a humid environment. Testing the hydrolysis resistance is crucial for evaluating the durability and reliability of coated products in actual use. The main testing methods include the jungle test, sodium hydroxide test, etc.
Weather Resistance Requirements: The weather resistance of the fabric refers to its stability and durability under different environmental conditions (such as light, temperature, humidity, etc.). Weather resistance testing is crucial for evaluating the long - term performance of the fabric in actual use.
2.Special protective properties
Oil and Chemical Resistance: The oil and chemical resistance of fabrics is an important performance indicator in industrial applications, especially in scenarios where there is contact with oil, chemicals, and other special environments. This test requirement can accurately evaluate the oil and chemical resistance of fabrics in actual use, ensuring the durability and reliability of products in special environments.
Anti Static Property: In industrial environments, the electrostatic protection performance (ESD performance) of fabrics is crucial, especially in electrostatic - sensitive fields such as electronics manufacturing and semiconductor production. This property ensures its reliability and safety in industrial environments.
Flame Retardant Performance: The flame retardant performance of fabrics is a key safety indicator in both industrial and civil applications. Through strict testing methods and standards, the safety of fabrics under fire conditions can be ensured. Choosing flame - retardant fabrics that meet relevant standards is not only a choice for product quality but also a commitment to a safe life.
Chemical Corrosion Resistance: In the industrial field, the chemical corrosion resistance of fabrics is an important indicator to measure their stability and durability in harsh environments. The testing and evaluation of chemical corrosion resistance are crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of materials in actual use.
High Temperature Resistance: In the industrial field, the high temperature resistance of fabrics is an important indicator to measure their stability and durability in high - temperature environments. High temperature resistant fabrics are widely used in aerospace, automotive manufacturing, industrial processing, fire rescue, and other fields.
Low Temperature Impact Resistance: Low temperature impact resistance is an important characteristic of fabrics in the industrial field. Through strict testing methods, the impact resistance of fabrics in low temperature environments can be comprehensively evaluated. Choosing the right fabric with low temperature impact resistance can not only extend the service life of products but also effectively protect the safety and health of users.
Performance of High Temperature, Low Temperature and High Humidity Alternating: Facing the special and harsh industrial usage environments, the performance of withstanding high - temperature, low - temperature, and high - humidity is an important characteristic of fabrics in the industrial field. Through various testing methods, the stability and durability of fabrics under different temperature conditions can be comprehensively evaluated. Choosing the right fabric that can withstand high temperature, low temperature, and high humidity alternating can not only extend the service life of products but also effectively protect the health and safety of users.
3.Requirements for hygiene and cleanliness performance
Anti-bacterial and mould-preventing : In manufacturing, medical, food processing and other fields, the anti-bacterial and mould-preventing properties of fabrics are important characteristics to ensure product quality, extend service life and protect the health of users.
High cleanliness: For the requirements of special application scenarios such as clean room chairs in clean rooms,the fabric surface is required to be smooth to reduce the adhesion of dust and microorganisms, not generate dust, be air - impermeable and non - static - generating. It should meet the requirements of international ISO14644.
Disinfectant resistance: In line with the requirements of industries such as pharmaceutical workshops and food processing in the industrial field, the fabric is required to have the property of being resistant to sodium hypochlorite.
4.Ergonomic performance
Support for vacuum forming processing: To meet the requirements of ergonomic performance of industrial seats, the fabric needs to accommodate various soft - body deformations to achieve ergonomic mechanical support under different applications. Vacuum forming processing can not only meet different deformation requirements but also provide high resilience performance to enhance support. With high production efficiency, it has now become an ideal choice for manufacturing industrial seats.
Ventilate and heat dissipation performance: In an industrial environment, the ventilate and heat dissipation performance of seat fabrics are crucial for improving work efficiency and reducing user fatigue.
5.Environmental performance
VOC Performance: During the manufacturing and use of industrial seats, the VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) performance of the fabric is an important indicator for measuring its environmental friendliness and safety. VOCs are not only harmful to the environment but may also have adverse effects on human health.
Recyclability: The recyclability of industrial seat fabrics is an important way to achieve environmental protection and sustainable development. By using recyclable materials such as PET, PU, and recycled polyester fibers, manufacturers can significantly reduce carbon emissions, lower resource consumption, and enhance the sustainability of their products. With the increasing awareness of environmental protection and technological advancements, the application of recyclable materials in industrial seat manufacturing will become more and more widespread.
Restrictions on Hazardous Substances: Around the world, in order to protect human health and the environment, strict restriction standards have been set for the use and emission of hazardous substances. These include REACH SVHC, California Proposition 65, RoHs, EN71 - 3, PAHS Free, phthalate-free, azo - free, 0 DMFA, etc.
三、CAIWING's Professional Product Line of Industrial Seats
CAIWING Leather offers a diverse range of industrial seat fabric products, covering coating fabrics made from various materials such as EPU, PU, PVC, and silicone leather. These products not only feature excellent abrasion resistance, water resistance, and environmental friendliness but also meet the special requirements of different industrial environments and application scenarios.
1.Suitable for vacuum forming processing
We have a product series specifically designed for vacuum forming processing to meet ergonomic design requirements. These products feature a four way stretch base design, and a barrier layer is made on the back using different techniques and materials to ensure product durability and the bonding fastness with foamed sponges.
For black products, the ESD value can reach104-5, and for colored products, it is less than 109. Moreover, our ESD products remain effective over a long period. After 100,000 Martindale abrasion tests, they still maintain their initial state. Thanks to our long term experience in this field, CAIWING can ensure that the electrostatic coefficient remains consistent even after vacuum forming deformation. It won't become uneven due to large - scale deformation. This series of products is suitable for making ESD seating (ESD chairs), saddle seating (saddle stools), and laboratory chairs. Specifically designed for scenarios with ESD requirements, they are suitable for applications in cleanrooms, laboratories, and the electronics manufacturing industry.
Harsh environment chairs are used in harsh environments. The selected fabrics need to have high strength durability, special protective functions, and ergonomic adaptability to cope with extreme working conditions and ensure the safety and comfort of operators. We call this kind of product "harsh environment" product. Such products need to withstand high temperatures and open flames, low temperatures and freezing, high humidity and corrosion, high dust and particulate matter, vibration and impact, QUV resistance and easy to clean properties.
4.Suitable for outdoor and changeable climate environments
To meet the needs of applications in outdoor environments, all products in this series can endure over 1000 hours of QUV testing, resist hydrolysis for 10 years, withstand over 100,000 Martindale abrasion tests, and meet flame retardant standards such as BS5852 0, 1; DIN1021 1, 2; FMVSS 302; IMO A.652, etc.
Silicone leather is a high performance synthetic material with excellent chemical stability (resistant to strong acids, alkalis, and organic solvents), weather resistance (able to withstand QUV testing for over 1000 hours), high and low - temperature resistance (ranging from - 60°C to 200°C), flame retardant, easy to clean properties, anti-bacterial and mildew proof performance (meeting ISO 20743 \ ASTM G 21 standards), and it is non - toxic and harmless (compliant with REACH, ROHS, etc.). It is recyclable and generates fewer carbon emissions compared to other coating materials. With its versatility, durability, and environmental friendliness, silicone leather is gradually becoming the preferred material in high end industrial and consumer sectors.
From the founding of Caiwing, we firmly believe that we should use our coating fabrics to create maximum value for customers, keep learning, constantly update ourselves, and constantly improve the competitiveness of our products.
_ Aria Zinanrio
CAIWING LEATHER is a manufacturer of ARTIFICIAL LEATHER with well-equipped testing facilities and strong technical force.
