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News Release from: Able Instruments and Controls | Subject: Computrac Vapor Pro moisture analyser
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 27 January 2006
Measure moisture in plastics quickly and
easily
A fast, easy, cost-effective alternative to titration methods, a moisture analyser to ASTM method D7191-05 is durable enough for the production floor yet versatile enough for the laboratory.
Able Instruments and Controls has announced the approval and conformity of the Computrac Vapor Pro moisture analyser to ASTM method D7191-05 A fast, easy, cost-effective alternative to titration methods, D7191-05 'Standard Test Method for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Relative Humidity Sensor' was adopted by ASTM after its most recent round of balloting through Autumn 2005
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 9 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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To offer calibration, specialist training, consultation, product development and research services, Able Instruments and Controls is collaborating with Colorado Engineering Experiment Station.
Relative Humidity Sensor technology has many advantages over traditional titration methods, making it an ideal choice for companies who want to make quality products as efficiently as possible, without the recurring costs of chemicals, glassware or disposal.
Relative Humidity Sensor instruments, such as the Computrac Vapor Pro are durable enough for the production floor yet versatile enough for the laboratory.
They require very little training to use accurately; even an inexperienced operator can produce reliable results.
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Calibration facility open in Aberdeen, Scotland
Able Instruments and Controls has opened a calibration facility in Aberdeen, Scotland to service their Jerome analysers.
Relative humidity and temperature sensors on-line
Able Instruments and Controls full range of relative humidity and temperature sensors are available to view and purchase on the company website.
"Many of our customers in the plastics industry have been looking for a reagent-free, ASTM method that would allow them to quickly and easily test for moisture in their raw materials and finished products." states Dave Quelch, senior product manager for Able Instruments and Controls.
"A task group was initiated to develop a moisture-specific method based on the relative humidity detection technology to provide a safe and cost-effective alternative for testing moisture content in plastics." Able Instruments and Controls markets Computrac precision moisture analysis instruments and Jerome toxic gas detectors used in quality control, industrial process control, and environmental monitoring applications.
The company provides complete pre- and post-sale customer service including application development, training, instrument calibration and repair.
With over 20 years of experience of providing customers with leading edge technology measurement solutions, Able's range of analytical and portable odour monitoring equipment is second to none and practically industry standard.
* About Able Instruments and Controls - Able Instruments and Controls supply and manufacture solutions for process and research industries.
Our comprehensive range of instrument technologies and package procurement team enable us to offer the best available solution to meet the demands of the measurement, regardless of manufacturer.
Full documentation is available including project management Gantt charts and CAD technical drawings.
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