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test absorbency

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information skills

monitoring, inspecting and testing

testing and analysing substances

test absorbency

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Execute standard tests to establish (diaper) absorbency, such as Demand Wettability or Gravimetric Absorbance. These tests evaluate the Absorbance Under Load and the fibre to particle ratio or the ability of the product to soak up moisture.

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check absorbency

evaluate absorbency

measure absorbency

monitor absorbency

test absorbencies

testing absorbency

verify absorbency

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)