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We're hosting a furniture flammability seminar on the 23rd OctoberThe day will be beneficial to manufacturers, distribut...
25/09/2025

We're hosting a furniture flammability seminar on the 23rd October

The day will be beneficial to manufacturers, distributors and retailers bringing upholstered furniture and furnishings to the UK market. It will give an overview of current legislation with information on the tests required, demonstrations, labelling, record keeping, and what the forthcoming legislation could entail.

The programme will include:

- An overview of the history and current version of the Furniture & Furnishings (Fire)(Safety) Regulations 1988 (as amended) and BS 7177 low hazard
- Examining the flammability tests required for various materials used in upholstery, mattresses, and bedding
- What record keeping and labelling information needs to be kept, for how long and what labels should be used
- Demonstrations of some of the flammability tests regularly carried out at SATRA
- Recap of the development of the upcoming updated Regulations and an informal surgery to discuss specific questions

The seminar will be held at SATRA's headquarters in Kettering, UK.

For further details visit https://www.satra.com/events/view.php?id=1948 or contact the team at [email protected]

SATRA's Intensive leather course15th to 16th October 2025SATRA's Intensive leather course is aimed at manufacturers, sou...
24/09/2025

SATRA's Intensive leather course
15th to 16th October 2025

SATRA's Intensive leather course is aimed at manufacturers, sourcing companies and retailers of all types of footwear, leathergoods, gloving, garments, accessories and upholstery. It is ideal for newly appointed, as well as more experienced technologists, designers and buyers.

A wide range of topics are covered during the course including:

- Raw material defects – a review of different damage that can be caused on the farm, in transport and at the slaughter house

- Hide and skin structures – we will investigate how the skins of cattle, sheep, goats and pigs differ in structure and consider selection of appropriate raw material for the final end product

- Leather making processes - identifying the key process stages and the importance of them in regards to the properties of the final leather

- Leather identification - we will look at the internationally recognised descriptions and definitions for different leather types (such as aniline, semi-aniline, pigmented, nubuck, suede etc) and leather-related materials

- Sustainable leather - an overview of the sustainability credentials of leather and how we can verify claims made

- Leather grading – understanding the importance of reaching agreement on useability of leather between the tannery and the leather product manufacturer

- Introduction to testing and specifications – we will look at how these can be used to aid product development, routine quality assurance and help with problem solving

- Restricted substance testing and legislation – globally there is legislation relating to restricted chemicals and many brands also produce their own restricted substance lists

- Investigating leather problems - examples of typical customer complaints

For more information visit https://new.satra.com/satra-training/intensive-leather/ or email [email protected]

Whether galloping through a cross-country course or enjoying a quiet hack down a country lane, equestrian sports carry i...
03/09/2025

Whether galloping through a cross-country course or enjoying a quiet hack down a country lane, equestrian sports carry inherent risks.
While helmets have long been a staple of rider safety, body protectors are just as vital - and their effectiveness hinges on rigorous testing and certification.

The standard EN 13158:2018 sets the benchmark for impact resistance, protective coverage, and chemical safety. It defines three protection levels, with Level 3 offering the highest safeguard for high-risk activities. But it’s not just about absorbing impact - protectors must also be tested for weak points like zip closures and hinged points, adaptability and adjustability, and performance in higher temperatures.

SATRA plays a key role in ensuring these garments meet the mark. Our testing services cover everything from protective coverage to chemical innocuousness, helping manufacturers meet CE and UKCA requirements and giving riders peace of mind.

Read more about the testing process in our Spotlight article - https://www.satra.com/spotlight/article.php?id=353 or contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]

In the build-up to one of the most important PPE trade shows - the A+A health and safety exhibition - we'll be running a...
01/09/2025

In the build-up to one of the most important PPE trade shows - the A+A health and safety exhibition - we'll be running a series of informative posts to illustrate some of the key areas of expertise in which SATRA can help our customers.

Protecting hearing in the workplace and noisy environments is vital. Demonstrating that hearing defenders confirm to relevant parts of the EN 352 series of testing methods is one of many services we carry out at SATRA. This includes ergonomic and performance testing which utilises our hemi-anechoic chamber.

Products protecting from the risks associated with harmful noise fall into PPE category III. In order to be placed on the EU or UK market, hearing protectors require the involvement of a Notified Body for EU-Type examination (CE marking) and ongoing production control.
SATRA can help! Please contact [email protected] for further details

For more information about testing, read this technical article on our website: https://www.satra.com/spotlight/article.php?id=403 or contact [email protected]

28/08/2025

Accessible online 24/7, Footwear foundations is a comprehensive E-learning course covering many aspects of shoemaking. It consists of twelve modules, featuring interactive quizzes, animations and videos, each covering a specific aspect of footwear development, production and quality assurance.

Visit the Training area of our website for more information https://new.satra.com/satra-training/footwear-foundations/ or email us at [email protected]

In the last of our posts in the series on garment testing we consider design.Material performance is a key factor, but e...
27/08/2025

In the last of our posts in the series on garment testing we consider design.

Material performance is a key factor, but even with great material performance, flawed design can undermine everything.
Ensure your garments are compliant with design assessment checks.

For more information on garment testing, read our Spotlight article at https://www.satra.com/spotlight/article.php?id=588 or contact us at [email protected]

Can your gloves offer protection against pesticides?SATRA offers comprehensive certification and testing services to hel...
26/08/2025

Can your gloves offer protection against pesticides?

SATRA offers comprehensive certification and testing services to help you meet the requirements of ISO 18889:2019, the international standard for gloves protecting against pesticide exposure.
This standard classifies gloves into three types:

G1 - Where the potential risk is relatively low
G2 - Where the potential risk is higher and includes mechanical protection
GR - Where protection is required at the fingertips and palm only

By certifying your products with SATRA, you gain the ability to affix the ISO 18889:2019 pictogram to your glove packaging and user information - enhancing trust and credibility with your customers.

SATRA also conducts the mechanical protection testing specified in ISO 18889 and pesticide permeation testing to EN ISO 19918:2017+A1:2021. This uses a pesticide surrogate challenge chemical to determine the cumulative permeation.
We recently presented a webinar on this topic, which can be viewed on the webinar page of our website. https://www.satra.com/resources/webinars.php?q=pesticide&dm_i=7HR9,AAQX,VS4B9,1BQXE,1

You can also read a technical article about ISO 18889:2019 and the EN ISO 19918:2017+A1:2021 test method here. https://www.satra.com/spotlight/article.php?id=576&dm_i=7HR9,AAQX,VS4B9,1BQXE,1

If your certificate already lists EN ISO 374-1:2016+A1:2018 - it might be easier than you think to add this additional claim!

Let SATRA help you demonstrate compliance and elevate your product’s marketability. Get in touch today to start your certification journey
Contact [email protected] for further information about the certification or to receive a quote

SATRA’s Intensive leather course - new dates.Held regularly throughout the year at our headquarters in Kettering, UK, th...
21/08/2025

SATRA’s Intensive leather course - new dates.

Held regularly throughout the year at our headquarters in Kettering, UK, this 2-day course is an opportunity for participants to learn more about this versatile material from our experts in the field.

We've just announced two new course dates for 2026; in April and October, with a new module on sustainability added to the course material for day two.

Find out more at https://new.satra.com/satra-training/intensive-leather/ or email us at [email protected]

Heat transfer via electromagnetic radiation can become extremely intense, especially during activities such as fighting ...
18/08/2025

Heat transfer via electromagnetic radiation can become extremely intense, especially during activities such as fighting fires.
Methods such as ISO 6942 give an invaluable indication of how materials will perform under such conditions.

For more information, read our Spotlight article at https://www.satra.com/spotlight/article.php?id=588 or contact us at [email protected]

14/08/2025

With over 100 years of experience in the field, we are the world’s foremost footwear testing and research institution.
We don’t just test to the standards, we set the standards.

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