Over the last 20 years sneakers have experienced some drastic design changes that offer consumers various styles, colours, textures, enhanced comfort and new quality materials. Manufacturers have been testing their sneakers using ASTM (American Standard Testing Materials) and SATRA (Shoe and Allied Trade Research Association) inspection and testing materials.
Once the sneaker has completed the manufacturing process, inspection and quality control checks are preformed by specialists to test for defects such as poor lasting materials and stitching errors. Important QC checks for sneakers include:
Resistance of Sneaker's Upper Leather to Artificial Perspiration
The Resistance of Sneakers Upper Leather to Artificial Perspiration test determines the actual wear of the shoe upper leather
Water Resistance of a Sneaker's Leather
The water resistance of a sneaker's leather test is used to calculate the water resistance of a sneakers leather by the maeser water penetration tester.
Test for Impact Attenuation Characteristics of Athletic Sneakers
The test method for impact attenuation characteristics of athletic sneakers test is created to supply information on the force impact against displacement response of athletic sneaker cushioning systems at rates that are very much alike to those of heel and forefoot impacts.
SATRA Sneaker Inspection Tests
The SATRA dry (SATRA TM 92) and the SATRA water resistance (SATRA TM 77) sneaker inspection test are used to ensure the sneakers conforms to international standards.
Always remember when you are importing / exporting to China have the proper sneaker inspections performed by a quality control specialist to ensure your product meets International quality standards.
