The PMD300 moisture analyser series from Sartorius is designed for online analysis to provide the user with a complete accurate overview of the current state of their production process.
Utilising microwave resonance technology, moisture content data (multiple readings per second) can be automated, or if desired, immediate feedback can be realised via manual process control.
The PMD300 series gives the user continuous, automatic feedback of moisture content online, eliminating the need to wait for lab results.
PMD300 models are suited for food, chemical or pharmaceutical products, animal feed or indeed any other materials where the moisture or water content frequently determines the price, the quality of raw materials and final products.
The temperature in the oven, the air supply and the conveyor-belt speed can be automatically adjusted to the current moisture content of the product.
The PMD300 series averages the individual measurements over a user-defined period and then sends the results to a PC, switch cabinet or PLC controller.
Both core and surface moisture content are analysed.
The analysis can be customised to the sample and process as each situation dictates.
Depending on the type of sensor, the measurable range lies between 0.1 per cent and 60 per cent moisture content.
The PMD300 can also be used in the incoming goods department to analyse raw materials continuously and document the results.
Instead of doing spot checks, the entire batch can be continuously monitored, meeting the needs of most GMP and user-defined protocols.
Water content levels for products with legal maximum values can also be maintained.