GESTER Machines For EN388 2016: Protective Gloves Against Mechanical Risks EN 388: 2016 Overview EN 388 is one of the most common European standards for testing protective gloves against mechanical risks in general industry applications. EN 388 includes four performance tests: abrasion resistance, blade cut resistance, tear resistance, and puncture resistance. The performance of the glove is graded in accordance with four or five performance levels. The end user is then able to select a glove with a performance level profile that suits a particular work activity. So for example, a glove could be performance level 4 for abrasion but level 1 for tearing (in European standards the higher the number, the greater the protection). Testing for EN 388: 2016 Sampling and conditioning GESTER Equipment: GT-C52 Programmable Temperature & Humidity Test Chamber Capacity: 80L or 150L (pls choose one) Humidity range: 20%~98% Temperature range: -20~150°C Power Supply: 1∮ AC 220V 50/60HZ Standard Accessories: Operation Video, Certificate of quality, English operation manual. Abrasion Samples are cut from the palm of a glove and rubbed against an abrasive paper using a “Martindale” type abrasion machine. The number of cycles for the samples to hole is measured. The level of protection is expressed in grades 1 to 4 and depends on the number of revolutions required before a hole appears in the material. The higher the number, the better the abrasion resistance. GT-KC13B Martindale Abrasion Tester Conforms to EN388 standard. Testing position: 4 Control mode: PLC control and touchscreen display Standard Accessories: Abrasion Weight and Holder (1Set), Pilling Weight and Holder (1 Set), Standard Abradents Fabric (2 pcs/head), Standard Backing Foam 38mm (60pcs), Standard Woven Felt Discs 140mm (2 pcs/head), Standard Woven Felt Discs 90mm (2 pcs/head), Photographs (Copy one), Sample cutting template (D 38/90/140mm, each 1pc), Pressing Weight (1pc), Bowl shape sample loader (1pc), Steel ball (3pcs), Power line (1pc), English manual, Certificate of quality. Blade Cut Samples are taken from the palm of a glove and the number of cycles to cut through the full thickness of the test sample by a circular rotating blade is recorded. Blade sharpness will vary and is assessed by using the cut test machine to cut through a standard reference fabric. The cut resistance of the glove is based on a relative index that compares the number of cycles to cut through the glove when compared with the standard fabric. Five performance levels are defined in EN 388 ranging from level 1 = Cut index > 1.2 to Level 5 = Cut index > 20. GT-KC29 Safety Glove & Shoe Upper Cutting Tester Stroke: 50 mm Load: 50±0.5 N Specimen holder: 2 sets Circular blade: Diameter 45±0.5mm, Thickness 0.3mm, Cutting angle 30°~35° Max. Cutting Speed: 10 cm/s linear speed Counter: LCD display, 0-99,999,999 Power Supply: AC220V 50/60HZ Standards: EN 388 section 6.2, ISO 20344 section 6.14, GB/T 20991 section 6....

IS 8085 (Part 18) & ISO 22776: Hook and Loop Fasteners Test We use a variety of fasteners throughout our lives, and one of the most notable is the ‘hook and loop’ fastener, also known as Velcro. This simple yet powerful design is used in clothing, footwear and consumer products, but have you ever wondered how strong these Velcro fasteners really are? What kind of force can they withstand to keep items safe and secure? Peel Strength and Shear Strength are two important indicators of the performance of hook and loop fasteners. In this article, we will introduce these two test methods and related standards as well as the applicable equipment in detail. 1. Peel Strength Test 1.1 Definition of Peel Strength Peel strength refers to the anti-peeling ability of hook and loop fasteners in the vertical separation direction, usually expressed in N/mm (Newton/mm). This index reflects the adhesion performance of fasteners under repeated opening and closing or force. 1.2 The peel strength tests described herein are based on the standards IS 8085 (Part 18) / ISO 22777. specifies a test method for determining the peel strength of touch and close fasteners before and after repeated use. Test Method: After bonding the hook side and the hair side, fix it on the tensile machine, peel it off at a constant speed and record the peeling force curve. 2. Shear Strength Test 2.1 Definition of Shear Strength Shear strength refers to the shear resistance of hook and loop fasteners in the direction of parallel force, usually expressed in kPa (kPa). This index reflects the stability of the fastener in the lateral force, such as backpack straps, safety belts and other application scenarios. 2.2 The peel strength tests described herein are based on the standards ISO 22776. ISO 22776 specifies the test methods for the shear strength of hook and loop fasteners. Test method: After bonding the hook surface and the hair surface, apply shear force until separation, and record the maximum shear force. 3. Applicable equipment 3.1 GT-K01 Universal Testing Machine (Dual Column) 1KN KE-23 Pneumatic Grips Application This tester is designed for conducting tensile, compression, bending, shearing, bonding strength, peeling, tearing and other tests for shoes, rubber, plastic, leather, metal, nylon and other materials. This tester is designed for conducting tensile compression, bending, shearing, bonding strength, peeling, tearing and other tests for shoes, rubber, plastic, leather, metal, nylon line, fabric, paper, aviation, packaging, construction, petrifaction, electrician, vehicle and other materials. It is a basic equipment of quality control, receiving inspection, physical test, mechanics research, material development. 3.2 Hook and Loop Fastener Fatigue Tester GT-K19 It is a basic equipment of quality control, receiving inspection, physical test, mechanics research, material development. It is applicable for repeatedly open and close motion for touch and close fasteners. Principle In...

Discover Advanced Footwear Testing Equipment with  GESTER at the Shoes & Leather - Vietnam 2025 As a vital sector of both the fashion industry and daily life, the footwear industry continues to innovate and evolve. In 2025, this premier event that gathers the cutting-edge products and technologies of the global footwear industry, Shoes & Leather - Vietnam 2025, will be held from 7.9-7.11 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre (SECC), delivering new opportunities and technological advancements to the shoe machinery and footwear materials industry, will bring new opportunities and vitality to the footwear machinery and materials industry. Exhibition Scale Shoes and Leather Vietnam 2025 is expected to have 800+ exhibitors from 30 countries and regions and 15000+ professional visitors from 50 countries and regions. The extensive exhibit range offers exhibitors and visitors with comprehensive choices and multi-dimensional information, facilitating industry-wide networking, and driving supply chain integration and innovation. The exhibition invites industry experts to deliver speeches and lead panel discussions on the latest technological advances and research results, bringing visitors comprehensive industry information and trend analyses. GESTER Footwear Testing Equipment Footwear testing is a crucial step in ensuring the quality, safety and compliance of shoes. Test categories cover multiple aspects including material, structure, functional performance and safety of shoes to ensure the products meet fundamental requirements of consumers in the process of use. Physical property tests mainly assess the shoes' abrasion resistance, tear resistance, bending and anti-slip properties of the soles. These tests ensure that the shoes have sufficient durability and safety in daily use. GESTER footwear testing equipment complies with major international standards including such as AATCC, ASTM and other organisations to supply laboratories with essential instruments and certified testing materials for testing. During the exhibition, GESTER's technical team will be at Hall A, I14, to demonstrate the operation of the footwear testing equipment and provide you with customised testing solution consultation. Whether you are a footwear manufacturer, a leather supplier or a quality inspection organisation, we welcome you to explore opportunities for cooperation. Shoes & Leather - Vietnam 2025 Booth: Hall A, I14 Date: 9-11 July 2025 Venue: Saigon Convention & Exhibition Center (SECC)

Italian Customers Visit GESTER to Discuss In-Depth Cooperation Recently, GESTER welcomed a visit from an Italian customer, and both parties exchanged and confirmed the details of the order. This exchange is not only the further cooperation between the two sides, but also the recognition and trust of our technical strength. As a high-tech company specializing in physical laboratory testing equipment, GESTER upholds the principles of professional innovation, integrity, and mutual benefit to provide high-quality testing instruments for various enterprises, factories and testing institutions. Through this visit, the Italian clients gained comprehensive insights into GESTER's corporate culture, development history, production strength, product quality and so on. About GESTER GESTER maintains long-standing partnerships with leading international third-party testing agencies and has passed rigorous supplier audits for multinational corporations and become their testing instrument supplier. Our high-quality products and reliable after-sales services have been recognised and trusted by our customers. Adhering to the advanced design concept, excellent manufacturing technology and strict quality management, the company has been certified as a supplier for third-party testing organizations, and cooperates with a number of international standard organisations to provide a variety of calibration certificates such as CE, ISO17025, CNAS, and other calibration certificates according to the needs of customers. Production system and product line The company has passed the IS09001 quality management system certification to achieve continuous and refined production process. The visit allowed the Italian customer to witness GESTER's robust production systems and R&D capabilities firsthand. Product System GESTER is a supplier with professional research and production experience in the field of physical testing instruments, covering toy testing equipment, textile testing equipment, furniture testing equipment, footwear testing equipment and paper packaging testing equipment. These instruments have earned acclaim from major clients including SGS, BV, and Intertek. During the meeting, both parties discussed the physical laboratory testing equipment in detail, and the Italian customer also expressed that he was looking forward to further expanding the co-operation with GESTER. The productive discussions fostered strong professional relationships and laid the groundwork for future technical collaborations, and also laid a more friendly foundation for future deep technical cooperation.

GESTER Showcased Footwear Testing Equipment at Shoes & Leather Guangzhou 2025 Shoes & Leather - Guangzhou 2025 successfully concluded in May. As a premier industry event, Shoes & Leather gathered leading international brands, but also showcases the latest technology and innovations to promote the further development of the industry. Advancements in footwear design and manufacturing technologies are closely tied to material quality testing. GESTER brought a variety of professional footwear testing instruments to the exhibition. During the exhibition, industry partners, new and old customers came to exchange and discuss with us, and GESTER shared with them the new achievements in R&D, such as our footwear testing equipment tests key material properties including: impact resistance, flexing, yellowing resistance, color fastness, abrasion resistance, antistatic and penetration resistance, it is an effective method to improve  the quality of footwear, so that the footwear materials are not only more beautiful in appearance, but also the quality of shoes is also upgraded to a higher level. A highlight of the technical symposium was GESTER provided targeted suggestions for the problems encountered by customers in actual production, which was recognized by customers and deepened the further cooperation between the two sides. At the same time, we also communicate with our peers to understand the latest technology trends and development trends, and improve our own technology and products. This exhibition has opened new collaboration opportunities. Committed to innovation excellence, GESTER will continue developing precision footwear testing solutions that set global benchmarks for footwear quality and performance.

Warm Welcome to Sri Lankan Customers Visiting GESTER Recently, GESTER was honored to welcome customers from Sri Lanka. The visit served as both a professional exchange and a meaningful cultural interaction. The customer got an all-round understanding of our corporate development, core concept and future outlook, as well as a site visit to our modern factory and advanced production line, witnessing GESTER's professional strength in furniture testing equipment and strict standards of quality control. About GESTER First of all, we led our customers to understand our development history, corporate philosophy and future vision in detail, GESTER specializes in R&D and manufacturing of furniture testing equipment, with our high-quality products being utilized across multiple industries worldwide. Production Strength is Obvious During this visit, we especially arranged a tour of our modern factory. Our factory is equipped with advanced production equipment and implements a strict quality management system to ensure that the quality of each product meets international standards. Our team continuously develops innovative testing equipment while enhancing product reliability, automation, user-friendliness, and overall performance. During the manufacturing process, GESTER implements a refined management system, where every step of the production process is closely monitored to ensure that every indicator of the product meets or exceeds the customer's expectations. This persistent pursuit of quality have won wide recognition in both domestic and international markets. Product Advantages Presented During the visit, GESTER's Chair Swivel and Castors Durability Testing Machine GT-LB07, which is equipped with two functions, has aroused the interest of the customers and won high praise from them. The Chair Testing Machine is designed for evaluating all types of swivel chairs and chairs with castors. The purpose of this test is to evaluate the ability of the chair to withstand stresses and wear of castors. The purpose of this test is to evaluate the ability of the chair to withstand stresses and wear of repeated swiveling. Through the site visit and detailed exchanges, the two sides had an in-depth discussion on the potential of future cooperation and market development. Building Bridges Through Cultural Exchanges During the visit, the two sides not only had in-depth exchanges on products and technology, but also shared the culture and market trends of their respective countries. Sri Lankan customers expressed their high recognition of GESTER's furniture testing and inspection solutions, and discussed how to better integrate these solutions into the international market. In addition, both sides also predicted the future changes in market demand. The meeting enhanced mutual understanding and laid a solid foundation for future cooperation, while providing GESTER with valuable international perspectives that will help us to better position and develop in the globa...

Building Trust: A Review of GESTER's Visit from Uzbekistan Clients GESTER recently welcomed clients from the Uzbekistan. This visit has strengthened trust and enhanced collaboration between both parties, and enabled our clients to gain first-hand experience with GESTER's high-performance furniture testing machines, which feature user-friendly operation, safety, and high precision. Deepen Cooperation This time, Uzbekistan customers visited GESTER's production workshop, R&D department and laboratory, and understood in detail the working principle and application of the furniture testing machine. Our professional team showed a variety of high-performance testing equipment to the customer, including Chair Armrest and Seat Front EdgeTesting Machine, Furniture Testing EquipmentDrawer Durability strength Tester, Mattress Spring Fatigue Tester etc. These equipments can test many kinds of furniture such as chairs, tables, mattresses and so on. Customer representatives said, “GESTER's equipment is not only technologically advanced, but also user-friendly, which greatly improves our productivity and ensures the accuracy and reliability of the tests.” Looking Ahead This technical exchange deepens the cooperation between the two sides, GESTER tailor-made functions according to the customer's needs, to provide customers with better quality furniture testing equipment. GESTER is professionally engaged in production and R&D of physical properties testing equipment. With excellent product performance and professional services, GESTER has become the preferred partner of many internationally recognized companies. In the future, we look forward to joining hands with more international partners to jointly promote the progress of the industry and create greater value.

GESTER Invites You to Experience Footwear Testing Equipment at Shoes & Leather - Guangzhou 2025 The Shoes & Leather - Guangzhou 2025 has gained industry recognition and become a premier global footwear and leather exhibition where domestic and international enterprises vie for participation opportunities. It serves as an ideal platform for enterprises to showcase the latest fashion trends in footwear and industrial equipment. The exhibition will be held from May 15 to 17, 2025 at Area D, China Import and Export Fair Complex in Pazhou, Guangzhou. GESTER will be located at Hall 19.1, Booths 0505 & 0526, showcasing our latest R&D achievements in footwear testing instruments and solutions. We cordially invite industry partners to visit our booth for technical exchange and business discussions. About GESTER The quality and performance of footwear products have become the key for brands to win the market, and GESTER has developed a full range of high-precision footwear testing equipment with years of technology accumulation, providing the industry with a full range of testing technologies: Whole Shoes Flexing Tester GT-KA01-2 The whole shoes flexing tester is used to test finished shoes, like sports shoes, casual shoes, work shoes etc. And determine its flexibility resistance or indicating the cracks of shoe or shoe sole through reciprocating flexing movements under the specified angle and frequency. EN Sole Flexing Tester GT-KB06 This EN Sole Flexing Tester bennewart flexing machine is used to measure the flexing resistance of shoe soles under continuous movement. Before test, plunge some holes at the maximum bending position, and mount specimen at both grips, one fixed, one movable. Specimen runs flexing owing to the movement of machine. After a certain test cycles, remove the specimen and check its difference of incision length. Universal Testing Machine for Footwear (Dual Column) GT-K01 It is a basic equipment of quality control, receiving inspection, physical test, mechanics research, material development. Taber Abrasion Resistance Test Machine GT-C14A The taber abrasion testing machine is used to determine the wear resistance of materials and assess its wear resistance degree, like measuring its mass loss, thickness loss, and transmittance etc. Bally Leather Flexing Tester GT-KC10A This Bally resistance flexing tester is used to determine the resistance of a material to cracking or other types of failure at flexing creases. The method is applicable to all flexible materials and in particular leathers, coated fabrics and textiles used in footwear uppers. Exhibition Interaction GESTER's footwear testing instruments combine user-friendly operation with precision accuracy, and have passed many international certifications such as ISO, ASTM, etc. GESTER has become the preferred testing partner of many international famous sports brands. During the exhibition, we will demonstrate the following: On-site Product Demonstration: Our technic...