The GESTER GT-C18 Series is a multi-station ICI Pilling and Snagging Box Tester available in versatile 2-box (GT-C18A), 4-box (GT-C18B), and 9-box (GT-C18C) frame configurations. Designed for high-throughput laboratory testing, this modular system allows simultaneous evaluation of textile samples across various global standards. Featuring quick-change test boxes—including ISO square pilling boxes, JIS snagging boxes, BS octagon boxes, and M&S round drums—the GT-C18 Series delivers maximum efficiency, durable performance, and full compliance with ISO 12945, BS 5811, BS 8479, JIS L1058 and M&S P18.
The GESTER GT-C18A is a compact 2-box ICI Pilling Box Tester engineered to rapidly evaluate the surface pilling, fuzzing, and snagging resistance of woven and knitted fabrics under controlled tumbling conditions. Driven by a high-precision servo motor and managed via an intuitive touch-screen PLC controller, it guarantees constant rotational speed and quiet operation. Accommodating interchangeable ISO, BS, JIS, and M&S test boxes, the GT-C18A delivers standardized, highly repeatable test results for garment manufacturers and quality control labs worldwide in compliance with ISO 12945, BS 8479, and JIS L1076.