Material
and product performance evaluation
We carry out evaluation of regulations based on existing inspection
standards of customers in a wide range of sectors, including
all the manufacturing stages of textile products from raw materials
to finished products, as well as leather, rubber and plastics,
interior goods, and industial materials.
In addition to the JIS standards, we also offer testing methods
based on overseas standards including ISO, EN, ASTM, AATCC,
and GB.
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Safety evaluation
We carry out evaluation of
safety, with specification testing of toys, instruments, containers
and packaging to measure formaldehyde levels and so on, as well
as flammablility testing of materials for automobile interior
furnishing. |
Evaluation
of functional products
We carry out evaluation of a range of functional materials (Antibacterial,
Deodorant, Sweat absorbent and quick drying, Heat retaining,
etc.) which are becoming common in response to the growing demand
for healthy, more comfortable lifestyle products.  |
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Chemical analysis and instrumental analysis
We carry out a wide range of analysis using the latest equipment.
In addition to qualitative and quantitative analysis of finishing
agents, fabric pH, infrared spectroscopic analysis, and X-ray
fluorescence analysis, we conduct surface and cross-sectional
observation of yarn and woven fabrics with electron microscopy.
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Investigation
of returned items
Our staff have a broad knowledge and extensive experience in
identifying the causes behind incidents and complaints involving
all kinds of textile products, and we strive to improve the
quality of future textile products. |
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| Modern society is
focused on environmental issues, especially the living environment.
There are growing expectations for more accurate inspection
and analysis. |
Chemicals play an indispensable role
in our lifestyle.
Chemicals are used to process the synthetic fibers as well as
the natural fibers used for clothing.
We are also surrounded by chemical products in our living environment. |
| Analysis
of volatile organic compounds |
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| The spaces in our living
environment are full of various volatile organic compounds.
We measure the volatile organic compounds such as formaldehyde
which are released by the building materials and furnishings
such as curtains and carpets. |
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| Analysis
of harmful substances such as heavy metals, phthalates and aromatic
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| Consumers have high requirements
for safety, and recently interest is growing, particularly in
the secondary materials of clothing, toys and so on. The field
of tests is wide-ranging including heavy metals such as lead
included in accessories, phthalate used as a plasticizer in
vinyl chloride resin, and harmful aromatic amines in the azo
dyes used for fabrics. |
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| Other analysis
services |
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| At present, the number
of products that must be analyzed from an entirely new perspective
is increasing. This includes products which do not fall under
existing tests or specifications, and evaluation of newly developed
items. We offer new analysis methods for these products based
on our extensive knowledge and experience. |
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| With over ten years
of experience and achievements in furniture, fashion articles,
household items and so on, we provide wide-ranging support for
safety and quality checks for all lifestyle goods. |
| Boken is the expert in testing lifestyle
goods. We carry out testing based on JIS standards, as well
as the industry and corporate standards of mass retailers and
mail-order companies. In addition, we consult with customers
who face circumstances where no clear official standards exist,
working to meet their needs while taking into account safety,
usability and other factors according to the appplication of
the product. We make a broad contribution to improving the safety
and quality of daily life by providing a range of testing services
in the field of lifestyle goods. |
| Furniture |
Deflection test (desk)
Defined weights are placed evenly on the desk and left
for a set time. The deflection before and after weighting
is measured to evaluate warping of the table top.
(JIS S 1205)
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Durability
test(chair)
Load of 950 N is applied to the seat and 330 N to the
back for a specified number of times to evaluate the durability
of the chair.
(JIS S 1203)
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| Fashion
articles |
Upper and sole delamination
strength(shoes)
The bonding strength of the upper and sole of glued shoes
is evaluated.
(Based on JIS T 8101)
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Leak test (umbrella)
After being subjected to artificial rain, the inside of
the umbrella is observed for leakage and permeation of
water to evaluate rain leakage.
(Former JIS S 4020)
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