Coefficient of Friction Testing Equipment (COF) is crucial in determining how materials interact during sliding, both with themselves and with different surfaces. In the packaging industry, Coefficient of Friction testing equipment is essential to ensure materials have the right properties for seamless operation on automatic production lines and stability during transportation.

Friction properties can vary based on material composition, additives like slip agents, temperature, humidity, and aging. By testing these factors, you can optimise your packaging design for efficient production, handling, storage, and stacking. The result? Superior quality and significant cost savings.

Test methods are defined by standards such as ASTM D1894, ISO 8295, BS 2782 and TAPPI T549. Within ASTM D1894, properties are specified for sample dimensions, conditioning, accuracy of measurement and sliding speed. These properties help to ensure repeatability and reproducibility.