Material Composition | Collars for active wear/formal attire | Industry Standard: 100% polyester (no stretch) Our Base: 85% polyester/15% spandex (▲4-way stretch, 200% elongationASTM D6187) Our Advanced: 90% polyester/10% spandex + moisture-wicking (▲▲250% elongation + 4.5/5 wickingAATCC 198) | Base offers stretch; Advanced adds breathability and durability. | Standard lacks stretch; Advanced may cost more. |
Knitting Technique | Flexible collars for tailored fits | Industry Standard: Basic flat knit (limited stretch) Our Base: 1x1 rib knit (▲20 stitches/cmASTM D3759) Our Advanced: 2x2 rib knit (▲▲24 stitches/cm + superior recovery) | Base provides moderate stretch; Advanced ensures shape retention. | Standard may sag; Advanced requires precise manufacturing. |
Abrasion Resistance | High-wear applications (e.g., polos) | Industry Standard: 5,000 Martindale cycles Our Base: 10,000 cycles (▲ doubled durability) Our Advanced: 15,000 cycles (▲▲3× standard) | Base improves longevity; Advanced excels in rugged use. | Standard wears out faster; Advanced may be less flexible. |
Moisture Management | Active wear/hot climates | Industry Standard: No wicking (▲▲▲) Our Base: Minimal absorption Our Advanced: 4.5/5 wicking rating (▲▲▲▲▲ pulls sweat away) | Advanced keeps wearers dry; Base is basic. | Standard soaks in moisture; Advanced adds cost. |
Colorfastness | Garments needing vibrant colors | Industry Standard: 3/5 (fades after 10 washes) Our Base: 4/5 (▲ resists fadingAATCC 61) Our Advanced: 5/5 (▲▲ vibrant after 30 washes) | Base maintains color longer; Advanced is fade-proof. | Standard fades quickly; Advanced dye may be costlier. |
Elastic Recovery | Collars needing shape retention | Industry Standard: 70% recovery (sags after use) Our Base: 85% (▲ retains shape better) Our Advanced: 95% (▲▲▲ minimal sagging) | Base reduces drooping; Advanced stays taut. | Standard loses shape; Advanced may be less stretchy. |