The functions and applications of shoe testing equipment revealed
2025-03-01
Shoe testing equipment is a series of specialized instruments used to assess the quality, performance and safety of footwear products. These equipments can simulate the various conditions of shoes in actual use, covering a wide range of aspects such as physical properties, functionality, chemical properties, safety properties and comfort, etc., to ensure that the shoes comply with the relevant standards and consumer needs in terms of quality, safety and comfort.
I. Physical Property Testing Equipment
1.Abrasion Tester
(1) Function: To test the abrasion resistance of shoe soles or uppers.
(2) Application: To simulate the friction between shoes and the ground during walking or running, and evaluate their durability.
(3) Standard: ISO 4649, ASTM D5963.

2. Flexing Tester (Flexing Tester)
(1) Function: To test the flexing resistance of shoe soles or uppers after repeated bending.
(2) Application: To simulate the bending of shoes during walking and evaluate their fatigue resistance.
(3) Standard: ISO 17707, ASTM D1052.

3. Peel Strength Tester (Peel Strength Tester)
(1) Function: To test the adhesive strength between sole and upper.
(2) Application: Evaluating the structural firmness of shoes to prevent ungluing.
(3) Standard: ISO 17708, SATRA TM29.

4. Compression Deformation Tester (Compression Set Tester)
(1) Function: To test the recovery ability of shoe sole material after compression.
(2) Application: Evaluating the elasticity and durability of shoe soles.
(3) Standard: ISO 815, ASTM D395.

5. Tear Strength Tester (Tear Strength Tester)
(1) Function: To test the tear resistance of upper or sole materials.
(2) Application: Evaluating the durability of materials.
(3) Standard: ISO 34-1, ASTM D624.

Ⅱ.Functional test equipment
1. Water Resistance Tester (Water Resistance Tester)
(1) Function: Test the waterproof performance of shoes.
(2) Application: Simulate rain or waterlogged environment to evaluate the waterproof effect of shoes.
(3) Standard: ISO 20344, SATRA TM77.

2. Air Permeability Tester (Air Permeability Tester)
(1) Function: To test the air permeability of shoe uppers or linings.
(2) Application: Evaluate the comfort of shoes to prevent stuffiness.
(3) Standard: ISO 9237, ASTM D737.
3.Slip Resistance Tester (Slip Resistance Tester)
(1) Function: To test the slip resistance of shoe soles on different surfaces.
(2) Application: Evaluate the safety of shoes on slippery or oily surfaces.
(3) Standards: ISO 13287, SATRA TM144.

4.Thermal Insulation Tester
(1) Function: Test the thermal insulation performance of shoes.
(2) Application: Evaluate the warming effect of shoes in low temperature environment.
(3) Standard: ISO 20344.
Ⅲ.Safety Performance Test Equipment
1. Impact Tester (Impact Tester)
(1) Function: To test the impact resistance of toe or heel.
(2) Application: To evaluate the protective performance of safety shoes.
(3) Standard: ISO 20344, EN ISO 20345.

2.Puncture Resistance Tester (Puncture Resistance Tester)
(1) Function: To test the puncture resistance of shoe soles.
(2) Application: Evaluate the protective performance of safety shoes.
(3) Standard: ISO 20344, EN ISO 20345.
3. Electrostatic Tester (Electrostatic Tester)
(1) Function: Test the anti-static performance of shoes.
(2) Application: Evaluate the performance of anti-static shoes.
(3) Standard: ISO 20344, EN ISO 20345.
