Key aspects of the Fiber Performance Index
TEAR
Measuring a fiber’s cross tenacity – a key indicator of fiber durability.
This test is commonly used by the plastics industry for quality control purposes.
RECOVERY
Measuring fiber resilience after an exhaustive test of repeated compression cycle.
This test is using a specially designed equipment to reproduce running athletes on field.
UV
Measuring a fiber’s resistance to UV exposure.
This test is designed to match the most demanding standards in force in this domain.
FRICTION
Measuring the floor capacity to limit temperature elevation experienced by the athletes’ skin during sliding.
The test simulates the slide on several meters of a 75kg (165 lbs) athlete at running speed.
Results and Index
Each fiber is measured according to these tests and then graded on a scale of 1–100 in each category. The result is a final FPI, the Fiber Performance Index, which describes the overall fiber quality.
The result is a final FPI, the Fiber Performance Index, which describes the overall fiber quality.
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2017 Fiber Performance Index
Frequently Asked Questions on FPI – ENG
Knowing where your FPI score stands
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