Workwear and uniform fabric sourcing from China
Workwear is bought on durability and cost per wear, not on hand feel. Tear strength, colour fastness to industrial washing and shrinkage after repeated cycles are the specifications that matter.
Fabrics that fit
| Cotton twill | 240–320 gsm, chinos and uniforms |
|---|---|
| Poly-cotton twill | 200–260 gsm, cheaper, faster drying, less shrinkage |
| Canvas | 300–450 gsm, aprons and heavy-duty wear |
| Ripstop | 120–200 gsm, lightweight protective wear |
Put these in the spec
- · Tear and tensile strength, with the test method
- · Colour fastness to industrial washing
- · Shrinkage after five cycles, not one
- · Flame or chemical resistance certification if applicable
What usually goes wrong
- · Domestic-wash testing on a garment that will be industrially laundered
- · Poly-cotton blends that pill at the collar and cuffs
- · Certification claims that cannot be traced to a test report