AS 2001.4.6-1990 (R2016)

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Abstract

Specifies test methods for determining the colourfastness of textiles when subjected to hot pressing. Nine tests are described comprising tests for dry, damp and wet pressing, each at three temperatures.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee TX-020 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
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The following are represented on Technical Committee TX-020:
Ag Research
Australian Wool Processors Council
AWTA Textile Testing
Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia
Drycleaning Institute of Australia
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
RMIT University
The Textile Institute

Scope

This Standard sets out methods for determining the colour fastness of textiles to hot pressing. Nine tests are described, comprising tests for dry, damp and wet pressing, each at three temperatures.
This Standard applies to all textiles in all forms, provided that the textile is capable of withstanding the test conditions.

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Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 05/08/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 05/08/2016
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Committee	TX-020
Supersedes	DR 88204