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High-performance workwear doesn't start with stitching or design—it starts with fabric testing. Two of the most important standards that determine fabric durability, color stability, and long-term performance are ISO 5077 and ISO 105. Understanding these standards helps buyers choose workwear that maintains size, color, and protection after repeated industrial washing.
ISO 5077 is the standard that evaluates dimensional change—how much a fabric shrinks or stretches after washing and drying.
It determines whether a garment will:
Keep its original fit and shape
Maintain correct sizing after industrial laundering
Deliver long-term comfort and durability
Poor ISO 5077 performance means workwear becomes tight, distorted, or unusable after only a few wash cycles.
ISO 105 covers a wide range of colorfastness tests, including washing, rubbing, perspiration, and light exposure.
It ensures that fabric:
Doesn't fade quickly
Resists staining or dye transfer
Maintains a professional appearance over time
For PPE such as FR and anti-static garments, color stability is critical for safety identification and compliance.
Workers in oil & gas, utilities, construction, and industrial maintenance rely on garments that hold up to harsh conditions. ISO 5077 and ISO 105 ensure:
Consistent sizing after multiple industrial washes
Long-lasting colors that maintain visibility and brand identity
Higher garment lifespan, reducing replacement costs
Reliable performance for FR, anti-static, arc-rated, and hi-vis fabrics
Choosing garments tested to these standards is a key step toward safer and more durable PPE programs.
At DOMEX SAFETY, all fabrics used in our FR, anti-static, arc flash, and hi-vis garments undergo strict ISO 5077 and ISO 105 testing to ensure long-term reliability in real industrial environments.
