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# Thwing-Albert launches new friction/peel tester
- URL: https://packaging-europe.ghost.io/peel-tester/
- Published: 2026-08-10T08:52:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-10T08:52:05.000Z
- Author: Packaging Europe staff writers
- Tags: Production line & Efficiency, #layout-s, #type-article, #packaging-europe, #Import 2026-09-08 15:54

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](https://www.securikett.com/?ref=packaging-europe.ghost.io) [revealed a new technology](https://packagingeurope.com/news/securikett-unveils-labelling-technology-for-secure-tray-closure/14579.article?ref=packaging-europe.ghost.io) 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](https://www.weighpack.com/?ref=packaging-europe.ghost.io) [announced](https://packagingeurope.com/news/weighpack-seeks-increased-throughput-with-new-pouch-bagger/14519.article?ref=packaging-europe.ghost.io) 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.