Safety Footwear Testing Equipment Operation Video: Compression, Slip Resistance & Dielectric Testing
How do professional laboratories evaluate the protective performance of safety footwear?
In this operation video, GESTER demonstrates three important safety footwear testing machines used for different footwear performance evaluations:
Safety Footwear Compression and Puncture Tester GT-KB12A
Footwear Slip Resistance Testing Machine GT-KB48
Shoe Dielectric Resistance Tester GT-KB42
Video: Safety Footwear Testing Equipment Operation
In this short video, you will see:
▶ Safety footwear compression testing
▶ Safety footwear puncture testing
▶ Footwear slip resistance testing
▶ Shoe dielectric resistance testing
▶ Equipment operation and test procedures
This video provides a practical overview of three commonly required testing functions for professional safety footwear quality control.
1. Safety Footwear Compression and Puncture Tester GT-KB12A
Compression and Puncture Resistance Testing for Safety Footwear
The GT-KB12A Safety Footwear Compression and Puncture Tester is designed to evaluate the protective performance of safety footwear against compression and puncture hazards.
The test principle involves applying controlled force to the relevant footwear component and measuring the resulting performance. For compression testing, the toe cap is subjected to prescribed pressure and its deformation or clearance can be evaluated. For puncture testing, a specified test setup is used to assess the resistance of the footwear's protective structure.
GESTER's existing technical content describes Safety Footwear Compression and Puncture Tester GT-KB12A as a tester for safety shoe toe-cap compression and steel-plate puncture resistance, with applications associated with ISO 20344 and other footwear requirements.
2. Footwear Slip Resistance Testing Machine GT-KB48
Evaluate Slip Resistance and Friction Performance of Footwear
The GT-KB48 Footwear Slip Resistance Testing Machine is designed to evaluate the slip resistance of footwear by measuring friction between the footwear sole and a specified test surface.
During testing, the footwear specimen is placed on the test platform. A predetermined normal force is applied, while controlled horizontal movement generates a friction force. The system measures the relevant forces and calculates the coefficient of friction.
Why Is Slip Resistance Testing Important?
Poor slip resistance can increase the risk of slipping accidents, particularly in workplaces where floors may be wet, contaminated, or otherwise hazardous.
3. Shoe Dielectric Resistance Tester GT-KB42
Electrical Insulation Testing for Protective Footwear
The GT-KB42 Shoe Dielectric Resistance Tester is designed to evaluate the dielectric performance of insulating footwear by applying a specified voltage and measuring electrical response, including leakage current.
This type of testing is particularly relevant to footwear designed for electrical insulation and protection in environments where electrical hazards may exist.
The tester can gradually increase the applied voltage to the specified level and monitor the specimen during the test period.
GESTER lists Shoe Dielectric Resistance Tester GT-KB42 configurations with AC output voltage ranges up to 20 kV or 30 kV, depending on the configuration, and a test time range of 0–99 seconds.
Why Choose GESTER for Safety Footwear Testing Equipment?
GESTER International Co., Ltd. specializes in testing instruments and integrated laboratory solutions for PPE, including safety footwear, gloves, protective clothing, masks, and safety helmets.
We state that it has nearly 30 years of PPE testing equipment experience and provides testing solutions for manufacturers, independent laboratories, certification organizations, universities, research institutes, and quality inspection organizations.
Complete Footwear Testing Solutions
Instead of supplying only one testing machine, GESTER offers a broader portfolio covering multiple footwear performance requirements.
This allows customers to build a testing system according to their actual laboratory requirements.
International Standards Support
GESTER footwear testing equipment is associated with international standards including ISO, EN, ASTM, SATRA, GB/T, and other applicable footwear testing methods.
The correct standard and configuration should always be confirmed according to the customer's specific testing requirements.
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