Flowcam detects particles from 0.5um to 5mm that other systems often overlook, resulting in precise data and particle size distribution analysis for improved melt quality, flow and uniformity
The automated Flowcam particle analysis system from laboratory instrumentation firm Fluid Imaging Technologies takes high-resolution, full colour digital images of every individual plastic flake, granule and powder in a sample to enable plastic resin manufacturers, compounders, testing laboratories, and processors to verify and document a batch or shipment of material meets quality specifications prior to shipment or upon its arrival.
Combining sophisticated digital imaging with traditional particle analysis tools, the Flowcam accurately measures size, length, width, shape and fluorescence as well as a series of proprietary, advanced parameters such as intensity, transparency, color, roughness, compactness and others.
The Flowcam effectively detects particles from 0.5um to 5mm in size that other systems often overlook, resulting in highly accurate data, precise particle size distribution measurements, confident analysis and ultimately in improved melt quality, flow and uniformity.
Effective in analysing both virgin and reprocessed material, the Flowcam saves each particle image with its corresponding data set in both a simple spreadsheet format and in the company's patented interactive scattergram format.
With a simple mouse click on a particle image, the Flowcam permits in-depth, particle by particle review, visual analysis and cross-referencing.
The company offers rotational moulders a free trial.
To participate, send a sample containing 100ml of powdered resin overnight directly to the in-house testing laboratory at the Fluid Imaging Technologies corporate headquarters.
The company will email the results with images and summary data.
