CAMSIZER P4 Brochure
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Particle Size and Particle Shape Analysis with Dynamic Image Analysis Explore the future Automotive Test Systems I Process & Environmental I Medical I Semiconductor I Scientific HORI

Exact Measurement of Particle Size & Shape with CAMSIZER® P4 The CAMSIZER P4 has been developed to comprehensively characterize dry, free flowing bulk materials. Whereas traditional sieve analysis, for example, can only determine the approximate particle size, the CAMSIZER P4 simultaneously measures both particle size and shape - with much more detail and at a higher resolution. 100% Quality Control The CAMSIZER P4 is a time and cost-saving alternative whenever continuous quality control of the production process is required. It is also suitable for checking incoming and outgoing goods and...

Traditional sieve analysis frequently forms the basis for quality standards and product specifications between suppliers and customers. A rapid and efficient alternative to sieve analysis must take this into account and be able to produce results that are fully comparable. This is why the CAMSIZER P4 software is provided with algorithms for emulating sieve analysis. In this way many users have been able to replace time-consuming sieve analysis by using the CAMSIZER P4 without having to sacrifice the familiar quality features. The automated and wear-free measurement means that the results...

Superiority in detail The innovative CAMSIZER P4 measuring system is based on the Dynamic Image Analysis principle. The bulk material falls between light source and cameras. Each particle is detected by the cameras with a high frame rate, and is then digitalized and processed by the connected computer. Dual Camera Technology The dual camera system of the CAMSIZER P4 is superior to any other dynamic image analyzer in terms of width of size range, analysis speed, accurate shape detection and resolution. It provides optimized analysis conditions for small and large particles without...

Evaluation and Documentation A major advantage of the CAMSIZER P4 is the evaluation of the results in real-time. Graphical representation of the results is available while the measurement is still running. At the same time, the measurement process can be checked visually by observing the digital images. All particle images and parameters are evaluated directly during measurement and are also saved to the particle library. Immediately after the measurement is finished, results can be displayed in various forms. By using the particle library, it is possible to clarify particular questions at...

NEW: Particle library and 3D Cloud The new structure of the CAMSIZER P4 software not only allows for data evaluation in real time but also for the storage of large amounts of image data in the particle library. Particle images with particular characteristics can be extracted from the particle library and displayed or processed off-line. In addition to the well-known two-dimensional display of results, the CAMSIZER P4 features a new 3D Cloud (3 dimensional graph) which allows for simultaneous display of 3 parameters (for example particle size, aspect ratio, and transparency). The cloud makes...

CAMSIZER® P4 AutoSampler When varying sample materials are to be analyzed or repeat measurements need to be carried out, the AutoSampler adapts perfectly. The user simply places a beaker with barcode on the conveyor belt and the software automatically loads the corresponding measurement settings. The sample is fed in by an electro-pneumatic robot arm which lifts the beakers and empties them into the feed hopper. The height of the feed hopper and the speed are automatically controlled. The sample beakers are collected in a container for reuse. The AutoSampler maximizes the benefits with...

Push-fit feed chutes The flow behavior of the sample can be considerably improved by a favorable choice of feed chute surface material and shape. Feed chutes made from high-quality stainless steel are used as standard. Cohesive materials such as coffee or cocoa can be fed uniformly and continuously. The push-fit attachment means that the feed chute can be exchanged within a few seconds whenever necessary. Chutes with different widths are available to effectively feed different sized particles. Feed hoppers Different hopper sizes are available for different sample volumes. Hoppers can be...

Example sugar: Crude sugar is sieved into different size classes, depending on the final product. Powdered sugar, granulated sugar or special mixtures, e.g. for bakeries or beverage production are typical examples. As the CAMSIZER P4 measurement results perfectly match those of sieve analysis, product specifications of producers and customers can be directly compared, despite different measuring methods. The CAMSIZER P4 allows for the monitoring of wear (rips) of the production sieves and for analyzing the mixture during loading of trucks. Thus, the quality of each delivery is controlled...

Example Sand and sediments: The roundness of sand and sediments is commonly determined in geological analyses, for example in the oil and gas industry. In co-operation with the University of Leuven and SCR Sibelco NV, Retsch Technology developed a new algorithm that provides automatic, statistically reliable and fully objective Roundness and Sphericity of particles. The new parameters roundness and sphericity are related to the work of Prof. Wadell and Prof. Krumbein from 1932 to 1965 which is still the basis of today’s ISO 13503-2 or API RP 56/58/60 standards. The new algorithm generates...

Example glass beads: Glass beads are used for a great variety of applications. They are added, for example, to paints used for road and airport markings to guarantee high retro-reflectivity at night and when the road or airport runway is wet. Size and shape of the glass beads are essential to ensure that the headlight is reflected directly back to the driver or pilot.The graphic shows the measurement of the sphericity of glass beads. At least 80% of the beads need to be spherical to fulfill the high quality standards for retro-reflectivity. Old analysis specifications - new method -...