Autostop’s Material Research and Development laboratory is committed to the philosophy of understanding the needs of the customer and offering innovative and sustainable solutions and ideas. The team is continuously looking for ways of product improvement by following strict standards and requirements.  Coated fabrics like PVC, PU, Alcantara-like, Suede and Silicone leather, are developed and can be additionally boosted with extra properties such as flame retardancy, easy-clean protection, microbial protection and special soft-touch finishes. Additional specifications can be used to prevent grease and oil stains, bluejean colour rubb-off, IR, UV, salt and chlorine, water resistance and many others.

In – House Testing

Autostop’s laboratory is equipped with modern and specified equipment for testing the mechanical, physical, and chemical characteristics of materials such as genuine and artificial leather, carpet, textile and foam.  Other equipment is used for testing parts of the car’s interior, such as seat covers, armrests, door panels, etc. The tests are performed according to various international standards such as ISO, ASTM, DIN, BS as well as specific ones like TS, VW, PSG, etc.

Material Application

Autostop offers a wide variety of synthetic leather materials, for any possible application in the Automotive, Transportation, Industrial, Marine, Furniture, Medical and Aviaiton industries.  Some of the materials can be used for motorbike seats, horse saddles, bags, clothes, raincoats, and many other products.