This British Standard is an adoption of an ISO standard. You can access the ISO version here.
Heat-protection makes footwear last long and gives the user a comfortable experience.
ISO 17705 specifies a test method for determining the thermal conductivity of uppers, lining and insocks irrespective of the material, in order to assess the suitability for end-use.
ISO 17705 on testing thermal insulation for uppers, lining and insocks is useful for:
Working in extreme weather or construction companies can expose a person’s feet to burns and blisters. Thus, thermal insulation is required to provide certain protection during these activities.
ISO 17705 provides you with a test method to assess the thermal conductivity of uppers, lining and insocks. This includes the elaboration of:
The guidelines in ISO 17705 help you provide your customers with heat-resistant footwear.