Imported Washing Machine for Standard-Compliant Textile Testing
An imported washing machine, in a textile testing context, is a laboratory-grade washer-extractor used to launder fabric and garment samples under internationally recognised conditions, so labs can measure shrinkage, colour fastness to laundering, and overall wash durability. Unlike a domestic washing machine, these units are built to reproduce exact wash cycles, water levels, and mechanical action specified by standards bodies, so results are repeatable and accepted by global buyers.
Amith Garment Services supplies three imported models to match different buyer and standard requirements. The Electrolux WH6-6 washer-extractor is configured to H&M’s testing requirement. The Electrolux Wascator FOM71 CLS follows ISO and IEC methods, with dual water control by weight and level for precise dosing. The Labtex M6 is built around AATCC test methods, including AATCC LP1:2018 and related AATCC 88 and 130-series procedures, and is used by major global brands for product testing.
These machines are used by textile testing laboratories, garment manufacturers, apparel export houses, quality control departments, and research institutes to validate fabric performance before shipment. Benefits include programmable wash cycles, low water and energy consumption settings, precise load balancing for consistent dewatering, and compatibility with buyer-specific test cards.
Amith Garment Services has supplied textile testing equipment across India since 1999, with instruments backed by NPL/NABL-traceable calibration certificates, warranty, and detailed manuals. Contact our team to identify the right imported washing machine model for your lab’s standards.
Purpose
Imported washing machine from Europe/US as per buyer standards featuring exceptional savings and effortless use.
- Programs optimized for lowest water, energy and detergent consumption.
- High extraction forces for efficient dewatering.
- Automatic Savings weighs the linen and adjusts the water level to the amount of linen, saving water and energy at less than full load.
- Power Balance measures, corrects the unbalance and adjusts the G force in real time, maximizing the dewatering, saving money and time in the drying process.
Washer Extractor - Electrolux WH6-6:
(As per H&M requirement)
Wascater - Electrolux FOM71 CLS:
(As per ISO Standards)
- Meets IEC and ISO international standards.
- Suspended drum consturction allows a high extraction force.
- Dual water control of volume (weight) and level.
- Built in scale for precise volume control, accuracy:volume control +/- 0.2 litre/bath level control +/- 0.8 litre/bath.
- Equipped with Clarus Control® – a fully programmable electronic timer.
- Stainless steel drum assembly, front, side and top panel.
Wascater - Programming Card:
- Memory cards for IEC 60456, ISO 6330, M&S, H&M and other also can be supplied.
Washing Machine Labtex - Model M6:
(As per AATCC test standards)
- Programmable wash programs to meet the laundry needs of different materials.
- The Labtex LBT-M6 model are chosen by the major brands in the world to meet the requirements of product testing such as Nike, Adidas, H&M,….
- Standard: AATCC LP1:2018, AATCC 88B, 88C, 124, 130, 135, 142, 143, 150, 159, 172, 179.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is an imported washing machine used for in textile testing?
An imported washing machine is used in textile laboratories to wash fabric and garment samples under controlled, standardized conditions. It helps evaluate shrinkage, colour fastness to washing, and overall durability by simulating real consumer laundering for export quality and compliance testing.
2. Which standards do imported lab washing machines follow?
Depending on the model, imported laboratory washing machines support internationally recognized standards such as ISO 6330, IEC 60456, AATCC LP1:2018, and various AATCC 88 and 130-series test methods. Some models also include buyer-specific memory cards for brands like H&M and M&S.
3. Why do garment exporters need buyer-specific wash programs?
Major global brands such as H&M, M&S, Nike, and Adidas require testing under their approved wash programs. Using the correct cycle ensures accepted test reports, prevents repeat testing, and minimizes shipment delays or buyer rejections.
4. What is an imported washing machine used for in a textile lab?
It is used to wash textile samples under standardized laboratory conditions so that mills and exporters can accurately measure fabric shrinkage and colour fastness to washing before production approval or export.
5. How does a lab washing machine follow international standards?
The machine operates using pre-programmed wash cycles based on standards such as ISO 6330, IEC 60456, and AATCC LP1:2018. Some advanced models also allow memory cards for retailer-specific wash programs, ensuring consistent and repeatable testing.
6. Why should exporters use a standard-compliant washing machine for testing?
Using a compliant imported washing machine ensures testing matches buyer requirements, helping avoid rejected reports, unnecessary re-testing, shipment delays, and compliance issues during factory audits and export inspections.