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  • Footwear Manufacturing Insights: Leather, Textile & Upper Material Testing

    Upper materials define the first interaction between footwear and the wearer. Beyond aesthetics, leather, textiles, and synthetic uppers directly influence comfort, durability, breathability, and long-term performance. Inconsistent upper material quality is one of the most common root causes of consumer complaints, ranging from cracking and discoloration to stiffness and premature failure. Testing of upper materials is therefore not a compliance exercise but a predictive quality tool. When results are correctly interpreted, testing enables manufacturers to align material selection, finishing processes, and construction techniques with real-world use conditions. This article provides…

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