Consumer-relevant testing for home laundry.
Customized testing plans focus on consumer- and practice-relevant test methods using naturally soiled domestic linen to support product claims.
Using comparative tests, we investigate diverse factors affecting the performance of detergent, cleaning products and appliances.
We assess the stain removal performance and different aspects of secondary detergency (e.g. material protection and pill formation) in accordance with European testing programs (EU Ecolabel, A.I.S.E. test protocol).
We also examine washing and drying programs, appliances, modifications to appliances and care additives in detergents and fabric conditioners.
Comparative Product Tests:
Softness, through absolute and relative assessment
Drying capability/absorption capacity
Retention of color tone and surface protection
Legibility and clarity of packing information
Applications:
Fabric conditioners
Conditioners
Dryer sheets
Benefits:
Neutral and objective performance comparison
Confirmation of special claims
Support in the selection of offers
Quality control
Comparative Product Tests:
- Stain removal of natural stains
- Dirt removal from test fabrics
- Cleaning effect/dirt dispersing capability
- Loss of firmness/chemical damage
- Inorganic/organic fabric encrustation
- Retention of color tone/surface protection
- Prevention of color transfer in Linitest device or washing machine
- Legibility and clarity of packing information
Applications:
- Heavy-duty, color and mild wash detergents
- Descaling products
- Booster products (e.g. stain removal salts, pre-treatment products)
- Color or dirt catcher sheets
Benefits:
- Neutral, objective performance comparison
- Consumer-relevant investigations
- Confirmation of special claims
- Support for supplier selection
- Quality control