Thwing-Albert Instrument Company has announced the launch of the FP-2265 Friction/Peel Tester, which is set to replace its FP-2260 model with a redesigned platform.
As a benchtop tester for coefficient of friction (COF), peel adhesion, seal strength, and light tensile testing, the FP-2265 covers multiple test methods with interchangeable fixtures for plastic film, paper, paperboard, adhesives, labels, and flexible packaging materials.
It features a new colour touchscreen interface, replacing the traditional membrane keypad with a more intuitive operator experience. Built-in pneumatic controls eliminate the need for a separate pneumatic controller, simplifying setup and improving repeatability for pneumatic grip and fixture applications. An optional Universal Instrument Remote (UIR) I said to enable quick adjustments without interrupting workflow.
The new friction/peel tester reportedly accepts all existing fixtures and load cells from the FP-2260, FP-2255, and FP-2250, protecting prior tooling investment and supports testing to ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, FINAT, PSTC, and TLMI standards across all four test modes. The instrument can operate as a standalone tester without a PC and is compatible with optional MAP4 Materials Testing Software for advanced analysis.
In other news, earlier this month, Securikett revealed a new technology designed to replace conventional heat sealing for trays with a secure labelling solution, said to be ‘safer, faster, and more cost-efficient’ than traditional heat-sealing processes.
Last month, WeighPack Systems announced its new Swifty S-3600 Duplex high-speed pre-made pouch bagger, part of its Swifty Bagger portfolio, said to deliver increased throughput and maintain precise pouch handling across a range of applications.
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