Leipzig, Germany – 31 July, 2024 – The TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer stands at the forefront of textile haptic evaluation technology. Initially known and well-regarded in the paper industry as the TSA Tissue Softness Analyzer, this state-of-the-art device has been expertly adapted to address the specific needs of the textile sector. It provides rapid and precise measurements of the key parameters of surface softness, surface smoothness, and stretch and recovery behavior, delivering results in under two minutes.
The latest enhancements to the TSA include advanced thermo-haptic measurements and improved methods for assessing springback behavior, offering unparalleled precision in analyzing textile haptic qualities. Comparative studies demonstrate that the TSA’s results correlate up to 100% with traditional hand-panel testing methods conducted by “touch experts,” underscoring its accuracy and consistency.
A key feature of the updated TSA is the integration of the Virtual Haptic Library, a cloud-based database developed in collaboration with Black Swan Textiles. This platform categorizes the digital TSA sample data and provides real-time access to haptic test results from anywhere in the world. This innovation reduces the need to ship physical samples worldwide for haptic validation, streamlines quality control processes and significantly increases efficiency.
Alexander Gruener, Global Business Development Manager at emtec Electronic, commented on the impact of the device: “We are pleased to demonstrate how the TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer addresses the need for accurate, objective haptic testing. Its advanced features simplify the communication of product specifications across multiple locations and help manufacturers maintain high quality and comfort standards while increasing productivity. The ability to quickly and accurately evaluate the haptic properties of textiles leads to better product consistency and accelerates innovation.”
Visitors to Techtextil North America are invited to stand 1110 to experience the TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer’s capabilities firsthand. Emtec’s Alexander Gruener and Eric Haagen (emtec Global Business Development) will be on hand to demonstrate the device, answer questions, and discuss how the TSA can enhance quality control and product development processes.
About emtec Electronic
Emtec Electronic GmbH develops, produces and distributes worldwide testing and measuring devices for the detection of relevant processing properties of paper, board, nonwoven and textile materials. The portable measuring devices enable manufacturers and converters of paper, nonwoven and textile products for example, to control and optimize the manufacturing and converting processes during ongoing production. From the wet end to the final product, the application of the devices enables an efficient process to achieve and ensure the best possible quality with the least possible effort.
For 28 years, we have relied on innovative, highly specialized measuring instruments combined with a high degree of service orientation. Since the company was founded, we have been intensively involved in scientific cooperation with institutes and companies, further developing instruments for our customers and offering a broad network in over 80 countries from our Leipzig location.
