Learn customer expectations, test procedures, and data interpretation from industry experts. Lecture, demonstrations, and hands-on practice.

Date of Next Workshop To Be Announced

This workshop provides an overview of the performance technology associated with moisture management and the test methods needed to evaluate your products’ performance claims. Industry experts will share information regarding customer expectations as well as data interpretation from standard and customized tests.

If you are responsible for product evaluation, specifications, and quality control for apparel and textile materials, this workshop is designed for you. The 2-day program will consist of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on participation.

Sample Agenda (October 2018)

Watch AATCC website and publications for updates on the next program.

• Let’s Talk Moisture Management: What, Why and How – Steve Simonson, International Textile Group Inc.
• Moisture Management from a Brand’s Perspective – Gregg Woodcock, HanesBrands Inc.
• AATCC Test Method 79, Absorbency of Textiles – Diana Wyman, AATCC
• AATCC Test Methods 197, Vertical Wicking of Textiles and 198, Horizontal Wicking of Textiles – Erika Simmons, HanesBrands Inc.
• AATCC Test Method 195, Liquid Moisture Management Properties of Textile Fabrics – John Crocker, SDL Atlas LLC
• Breathability/Permeability – Emiel DenHartog, TPACC, North Carolina State University
• Moisture Management: What Matters? – Haskell Beckham, Columbia Sportswear
• AATCC Test Method 199, Drying Time of Textiles: Moisture Analyzer Method – Carla MacClamrock, Cotton Incorporated
• AATCC Test Methods 200, Drying Rate of Textiles at their Absorbent Capacity: Air Flow Method and 201, Drying Rate of Fabric: Heated Plate Method – Daniel Howe, Thermetrics LLC
• AATCC Test Method 204, Water Vapor Transmission of Textiles: Method Overview and Recommended Applications – Erika Simmons, HanesBrands Inc.

Online Registration (coming soon)

Attendance is limited; early registration is encouraged.
Registration includes luncheons, break refreshments, and a copy of available presentations.

Refunds (less $75 cancellation fee) will be honored up to two weeks before the event. No refunds will be given after the deadline.

Info available soon