The friction test is used to measure the sensitiveness of solid, liquid or pasty substances to frictional stimuli. It is required in various standards like: EN 13631-3, as well as the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, 13.5.1 Test 3(b)(i) BAM friction apparatus and STANAG 4487.
The Friction Tester is used to determine the sensitivity to friction of solid or pasty substances according to the BAM method and above mentioned regulations.