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May 13, 2020
By: KERRY PIANOFORTE
Editor, Coatings World
BYK-Gardner USA Columbia, MD, USA 301-483-6500 www.byk-instruments.com info.byk.gardner.usa@altana.com spectro2profiler: New Color & 3D Topography Analyzer Attributes: Our new instrument, the spectro2profiler, measures color and gloss, as well as analyzing the 3D topography of the surface texture. The spectro2profiler can be used to objectively analyze structures of different applications by using specific algorithms: leather-like for injection or slush molded parts, coarse paint for powder coatings and fine for plastic parts or fine textured paint. C-Technology for DISPERMAT Attributes: The innovative C-technology for DISPERMAT dissolvers provides reproducible dispersing and fine grinding results. With “C” technology, our large lab disperser line increase particle size consistency by effectively controlling energy settings and integrating it with additional systems through your lab. EIT Instrument Markets Leesburg, VA, USA 703-478-0700 www.eit.com uv@eit.com LEDMAP Attributes: THE LEDMAP is an LED Profiling Radiometer with a user adjustable sample rate of 128-2048 Hz. The fast sample rate and patented EIT L-Band response make this instrument ideal for high-speed digital printers with UV LEDs LEDCure Four Band Profiler Attributes: The LEDCure Four Band Profiler contains all four (L-365, L-385, L-395, L-405) of EIT’s patented L-Bands in one profiling radiometer. This instrument is ideal for R&D, Equipment Suppliers and Formulators who encounter different LED bands in their workday. Engineered Mills, Inc. Grayslake, IL, USA 847-548-0044 Fax: 847-548-0099 sales@EMImills.com www.EMImills.com EMImills Lab Bead Mill Attributes: The New EMI Mini Mills are designed to test dispersion formulations using a minimum amount of raw materials by wet milling by the bead milling process. Screening formulations quickly help with proof of concept as well as evaluating raw materials before scaling to production. Particle size, color strength, gloss, transparency and stability are a few of the parameters that can be tested by this process. Data collection can be completed using the PLC controls. These monitor all mill functions including power consumption. Shorten the time required to evaluate raw materials through efficient testing. Contact EMImills for details and to arrange a trial. EYE Lighting International- Applied Optix Mentor, OH, USA 440-358-4739 Fax: 440-350-7001 www.eyeappliedoptix.com doug.vermillion@eyelighting.com Xenon Weathering Chamber XER-W83 Attributes: The EYE XER-W83 is designed to perform global standards testing on all types of materials. Two sample frame options are available that offer either standard 1-sun equivalent full spectrum irradiation, or industry leading 4-sun equivalent full spectrum irradiation. Metal Halide Weathering Chamber SUV-W161 Attributes: The SUV-W161 is designed to perform highly accelerated testing allowing rapid discovery of durability issues, and quick product development / product quality resolutions. This is the ideal tool for screening tests, strategic research and development, and is specified in a growing number of test standards. GTI Graphic Technology, Inc. Newburgh, NY, USA 845-562-7066 Fax: 845-562-2543 gtilite.com sales@gtilite.com MiniMatcher-2436e Attributes: The multisource MiniMatcher-2436e meets the market’s requirement for an affordable easy to use mid-size ASTM D1729 compliant desktop viewing booth. It has a viewing area of 22.75” high x 36” wide x 23” deep. A range of options are available. Hydramotion York, UK 01653 600294 hydramotion.com sales@hydramotion.com XL5 Attributes: Coating processes often demand highly specialised instruments to work in hard-to-access areas. Enter the XL5. A true field-hardened workhorse you can place almost anywhere in any coating process. Hydramotion’s XL5 combines unrivalled performance with a reduced footprint. KRÜSS GmbH Hamburg, Germany +49 40 514401-0 Fax: +49 40 514401-98 www.kruss-scientific.com info@kruss.de Mobile Surface Analyzer – MSA Attributes: Measuring surface free energy in a second with only one click. Our innovative Mobile Surface Analyzer – MSA measures surface free energy with two liquids, fully automatically and mobile using our new “One-Click SFE” method. Bubble Pressure Tensiometer – BPT Mobile Attributes: Mobile quality control for cleaning and coating baths. Industrial quality assurance is about reliability, speed, and ease of use. When it comes to regular checks of the cleaner or wetting agent content in a bath, our Bubble Pressure Tensiometer – BPT Mobile is prepared for these demands. Paul N. Gardner Pompano Beach, FL, USA 954-946-9454 Fax: 954-946-9309 www.gardco.com gardner@gardco.com Dual Nordson Type Wet Film Thickness Gauge Attributes: Dual Nordson Type Gardco Wet Film Thickness Gauge features mil and micron scales. Each side has four different faces with a series of flat edges stepped back progressively. The faces can be turned to use a new set of measurement edges. Insta-Visc Viscosity Calculator Attributes: Free Viscosity and Drain Time Calculator mobile app to quickly and easily calculate the kinematic viscosity or drain time of your Gardco and BYK viscosity cups. Download your free app now from the Apple Store or Google Play. Picosun Group Espoo, Finland +358 50 321 1955 Fax: +358 9 297 6116 www.picosun.com info@picosun.com PICOSUN Morpher ALD production platform Attributes: PICOSUN Morpher ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition) platform is designed to disrupt MEMS, sensors, LEDs, lasers, power electronics, optics, and 5G components manufacturing. It provides leading process quality, reliability, and operational agility enabling boosting your products’ performance with nanometer thick films. Ross Hauppauge, NY, USA 631-234-0500 Fax: 631-234-0691 www.mixers.com mail@mixers.com Double Planetary Mixing & Discharging in a Sanitary Turnkey System Attributes: The ROSS Double Planetary Mixer is available in a “super sanitary” turnkey configuration, featuring a common stainless steel workbench for both the mixer and a matching discharge system. On the sanitary 4-gallon Double Planetary Mixer & Discharge System Model DPM/DS-4S shown, both interior and exterior stainless steel surfaces are type 316, with a 150-grit (#4) finish and electropolished. Its jacketed mixing vessel and special high viscosity blades are a dynamic combination for producing thick gels, pastes, putties and other semi-solids under precise temperatures. 100% sealed gearbox and stirrer shafts ensure complete cleanability and eliminate cross-contamination between batches. This system is scalable through 1,000-gallon production models. Sensory Analytics (Specmetrix Systems) Greensboro, NC, USA 336-315-6090 Fax: 336-315-6030 www.specmetrix.com info@specmetrix.com SpecMetrix DFT QA Coating Measurement System Attributes: The SpecMetrix DFT QA Coating Measurement System delivers real-time, non-contact and non- destructive absolute coil coating thickness measurement data of primers and total top coat over any size samples. Designed to streamline coating QA processes, this highly accurate lab system improves coating process and quality control in virtually any QA lab or R&D center. SpecMetrix Enhanced Lab Coating Measurement System Attributes: The SpecMetrix Enhanced Lab Coating Measurement System delivers non-contact, non- destructive and real-time absolute thickness measurement data for applied coatings and coated layers. This lab system streamlines coating QA processes by providing offline sample testing in lab environments combined with periodic in-line coating process validation capabilities. Taber Industries North Tonawanda, NY, USA 800-333-5300 Fax: 716-694-1450 www.TaberIndustries.com Taber Rotary Abraser – Models 1700 & 1750 Attributes: Used to evaluate a material’s resistance to wear, Taber’s new rotary abrasers offer many new features: LCD operator touch screen provides an easy-to-use interface; precision-machined, cast aluminum support frame that incorporates alignment pins to ensure exact arm placement in relation to the specimen holder; compact abraser arm assemblies; reconfigured vacuum system that eliminates right angle stops; replaceable, screw-in vacuum nozzle tips. Taber Grit Feeder Attachment – Model 355 Attributes: Model 355 grit feeder is used with the Taber Abraser Model 1700 or 1750 to conduct three-body abrasion. It offers an ‘easy fill’ funnel hopper with a capacity of approximately 2,650 grams; the hopper assembly pivots allowing the operator easy access to view or mount the test specimen; control and operation of the grit feeder attachment is through the Model 1700 or 1750 touch pad; a curved front orifice vacuum nozzle is utilized to remove used grit and debris.
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