Freeman Technology will exhibit the FT4 powder rheometer at European Coatings Show (7-9 May 2007, Nurnberg), highlighting its relevance for QC and process optimisation within the coatings industry
In a product presentation session, Reg Freeman will demonstrate operation of the FT4, emphasising the unique features that give the instrument unsurpassed reproducibility and repeatability.
A state-of-the-art system combining a patented dynamic testing methodology with shear and bulk property measurement, the FT4 is a universal powder tester with a proven track record within the coatings sector.
It measures samples in a consolidated, conditioned, aerated and/or fluidised state, generating data that correlate directly with processing performance.
It is therefore ideal for optimising the flow properties of powder formulations, predicting how powders will behave during processing and developing relevant QC specifications.
The FT4 uses a conditioning process and automated test programmes to deliver repeatable, reliable measurement.
A typical test cycle takes only five minutes to complete, and results interpretation and analysis is rapid thanks to the very latest software.
By comparing flow energy measurements made under different conditions with a baseline measure, basic flowability energy (BFE), the FT4 allows quantification of the impact on powder flow behaviour of important factors such as moisture and air content, attrition and segregation.
