Laboratory and industrial production process control requires a fast and accurate analysis of sample to allow optimum operating conditions to be set and maintained. This can apply equally to food and beverage production, pharmaceutical products or biopharmaceutical manufacturing systems for both cell culture and microbial applications. The speed and flexibility of our enzymatic laboratory analysers makes them ideal for quality control purposes. A printed result is obtained typically within 20 – 25 seconds from sample injection. New analytical assays are continually being developed; for example measurement of methanol from dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC) preservation of juices and other beverages but also NAD and NADH for industrial control purposes.

Oxygen And Carbon Dioxide Headspace Measurement For modified Atmosphere Packaged (MAP) Product

These highly advanced instruments are equipped with integral sampling systems, unique, miniature, long-life, zirconia and infrared sensors, and microprocessor control to deliver the most accurate and repeatable performance possible.

The internal microprocessor manages calibration, autoranging, flow control, test duration and many other functions to ensure consistent, error-free results. One touch automated calibration and product analysis make these analyzers easy to use. Response is typically less than five seconds for oxygen and ten seconds for carbon dioxide.

The new more compact corrosion resistant enclosure minimizes the required foot print space on carts and table tops.

Automated package sampling is easy. Measurement duration is user selectable which provides great flexibility for a large variety of products. Using the sample wand, insert the sampling needle into the package and press test. The instrument does the rest; extracting the sample, analyzing sensor output and holding the results for viewing on the bright autoranging display.

• Fast, accurate MAP analyser for testing low volumes of O2 and CO2 in gas flushed food and pharmaceutical products.

This carbon dioxide (CO2) and oxygen (O2) headspace analyzer provides consistently reliable results and simplicity in operation allowing you to maximise your production efficiency. Its large buttons and clear display ensures testing is simple, errors are eliminated and no special operator training is required.

Numerous packs can be tested quickly with just one button press, saving time and making Quality Assurance more efficient. These MAP analyzers can test all pack sizes and very low volumes.

Rigid cans and jars can also be tested using the simple-to-use can piercing station which supports the cans and jars for accurate analysis using a standard needle probe. A 45° Adaptor is also available to aid measurement of small volumes of headspace.

There are a variety of ways to perform analysis; Timed Tests, AutoSense, Peak/Valley, Syringe Direct Injection or Continuous Testing. Fast configuration and selection provides the test method which is best for you. Easy to see Pass and Fail messages speeds up the analysis process and removes any uncertainty with interpreting measurements.

The Gaspace Data Manager software allows you to download results stored on your gas analyzer and upload new settings. You can also search through your stored data by time, date, user, production line or any of the product information.

Modular systems for precision water vapor permeabilty testing of packaging film barriers.

The 7000 water vapor analyzer range utilises the sensitive and stable P2O5 sensor for absolute moisture measurement. These water vapor analyzers offer a wide measurement range of 0.002-1000 g/m²/day and precision temperature, humidity and flow control. Providing accurate and repeatable results for research and development testing of water transmission rate (wvtr) in both current and newly formulated packaging film materials and fast testing for Quality Control.

All Systech Illinois analyzers are certified traceable to NIST. In addition, analytical performance is validated using NIST certified gases and NIST traceable films.

A set of validation films and a spare P2O5 sensor comes as standard with all of our water vapor permeation analyzers.

Dilatometry measures the change in size of a sample as a function of temperature. In addition to directly determining the thermal expansion of the sample, the change in size also provides information about phase transitions and physical or chemical changes in the microstructure. These can be identified by the associated changes in density and rate of expansion of the material. Dilatometry is also an extremely useful method for evaluating the sintering behavior of materials, as it records both the shrinkage of a sintered sample and the temperatures required to achieve this change. This analysis allows optimization of workpiece shapes and processing temperatures, improvement of product quality and reduction of costs.

Key Features

• Patented, linear motor and high-resolution displacement sensor provide unmatched control over the widest ranges of force, displacement, and frequency, for superior data accuracy
• Ultra-durable, frictionless motor, backed by the industry’s only ten-year warranty, provides maintenance- and worry-free operation
• High force of 500 N enables testing of larger samples or final parts under real-world conditions, by achieving higher loading levels in both DMA and fatigue analysis
• Forced Convection Oven (FCO) provides superior control and responsiveness over a temperature range of -150 °C to 600 °C for the highest degree of accuracy and flexibility in experiment thermal profiles
• Large Sample Oven (LSO), with a temperature range of -150 °C to 315 °C, offers spacious interior dimensions to accommodate testing of large samples or component
• Air Chiller Systems (ACS) offer unique gas flow cooling for sub-ambient testing without the use of liquid nitrogen, eliminating potential laboratory hazards while providing an incredible return on investment
• Broad range of fixtures accommodate a wide range of sample sizes and geometries adding to testing versatility
• Extremely rigid test frame and air bearings ensure the most accurate results on samples of very high stiffness
• Multi-color status lights provide clear and visible indication of instrument and test status
• WinTest^® and TRIOS Software packages provide powerful and easy-to-use instrument control and data analysis for the ultimate flexibility in experimental design

Light or laser flash is a crucial measurement technique used to determine the thermal diffusivity, thermal conductivity, and specific heat capacity of materials. This method is useful in characterizing the heat transfer and storage properties of a variety of materials, providing essential information about material composition and structure. Light/Laser flash is the most effective method for measuring thermal diffusivity over a wide range of temperatures and offers non-destructive material testing with accurate, reproducible results. The Xenon and Laser Flash instruments generate high-energy Laser or Xenon pulse sources and use a PIN contact detector or non-contact IR detector to measure the resulting temperature rise. The selection of the ideal source and detector depends on various factors such as sample morphology, dimensions, expected thermal conductivity, and measurement temperature range.

TA Instruments Discovery Flash product line offers the most compelling range of benchtop and floor-standing flash diffusivity analyzers, enabling the analysis of a wide array of material forms and providing true measurements without the need for extrapolation. TA Instruments’ proprietary light flash technology, combined with full time pulse mapping, precision optics, and the latest data analysis models, make the Discovery Flash platform the most versatile, accurate and precise light flash system of its kind. It offers measurement capabilities over the broadest temperature range from -175°C up to 2800°C and multiple source and detector options. Additionally, a variety of sample holders and fixtures allow for in-plane measurement of thin-films, through-plane analysis of thick samples, and metals through their melt transition. Every system includes a multiple specimen autosampler that provides a several times increase in productivity and accuracy of specific heat capacity results. The Discovery Flash platform is an ideal choice for non-destructive material testing, providing reliable and reproducible results for a wide range of applications.

Quenching dilatometers are used to study phase transformations and microstructural changes in steel and metal alloys. Phase transformations occur upon heating and cooling during manufacturing of metal parts and are generated in a controlled way during heat treatment. Changes in microstructure and phase transformations cause changes of volume and expansion rate. Dilatometry is the ideal method to identify the extent and the temperatures of these solid-state phase transitions in metals. Quenching dilatometry helps to optimize heat treatment of metals to yield the required physical properties of the finished product. The heat treatment temperature profile results in different microstructures, which impacts key properties such as hardness yield strength.

No one sells more DSC’s than TA Instruments. From the most cost-effective DSC with industry-leading performance, to the most advanced DSC available, there is a TA Instruments DSC to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

Key Features

• Revolutionary patented Tzero™ DSC technology: significant improvements in baseline flatness, transition resolution and sensitivity. Tzero™ technology allows direct measurement of heat capacity and makes Modulated® DSC (MDSC®) experiments faster and more accurate.
• Most common usage: investigation, selection, comparison, and end-use performance evaluation of materials in research, quality control and production applications. Measure DSC techniques such as glass transitions, “cold” crystallization, phase changes, melting, crystallization, product stability, cure / cure kinetics, and oxidative stability.
• All DSC feature touch screens with feature-rich software to help improve workflow efficiency.