Roaches International Unveils the Revolutionary Martindale AXYZ Abrasion and Pilling Tester
Batley, West Yorkshire – November 2025 – Roaches International Ltd., a leader in textile testing instrumentation, has officially launched the Martindale AXYZ, a groundbreaking abrasion and pilling tester designed to redefine efficiency and precision in laboratories.
The new instrument was met with an enthusiastic reception at its debut during a major industry exhibition in Singapore last week.
The Martindale AXYZ has been reimagined to make testing smarter and more efficient than ever before. It addresses the needs of laboratories performing a wide variety of Martindale tests or handling high volumes of testing.
The machine's advanced features allow for longer, uninterrupted testing cycles, which can continue long after technicians have left for the day, significantly increasing laboratory output and optimising technician time.
Among its innovative features, the Martindale AXYZ includes a digitally synthesised Lissajous pattern created by a virtual cam system, ensuring unparalleled precision.
It is equipped with eleven individually retractable abrading tables and an automated test switching function, which minimises manual intervention and downtime between different test types.
A unique lift-and-lock top plate design further enhances user convenience and safety.
The instrument comes with pre-loaded standards and offers customisable presets to streamline testing protocols.
It is fully compatible with all existing abrasion and pilling accessories and includes an integrated, spring-loaded accessories drawer for organised storage.
These features collectively empower laboratories with the most flexible testing schedules possible, saving valuable resources and improving overall productivity.
About Roaches International Ltd.
Roaches International Ltd. has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing high-quality textile testing, dyeing, and finishing laboratory equipment for decades.
Based in West Yorkshire, UK, the company is committed to innovation and excellence, providing state-of-the-art solutions to the global textile industry.
Roaches is renowned for its durable, reliable, and precise instrumentation that meets international standards.
