NIR Moisture Control Technology Provides Instant Efficiency Increases
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Moisture analysis technology can increase both the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process while yielding a consistently quality product. Biomass and renewable energy producers are looking to minimize costs, down time, wasted product and increase their overall plant efficiency. Moisture content in the raw materials can make it difficult to properly control the boiler to minimize energy costs and has a drastic effect on the final product. A proper moisture control system that utilizes near-infrared technology (NIR) can provide instant efficiency increases to any plant.
Near-infrared spectroscopy and imaging are fast, nondestructive analytical techniques that provide chemical and physical information of virtually any matrix. NIR can tell us things about a product in a similar way to visible light; transmitted light will reflect from the product as well as be absorbed – light absorption is key to NIR technology. This type of equipment is best suited for instant, on-line, off-line and lab moisture instrumentation.
An ideal moisture control system accurately detects the moisture levels at different stages of the process, is easily maintained and has the ability to withstand even the harshest of manufacturing conditions. Installing a moisture measurement and control system prevents bad product due to undesirable moisture levels. Fine tuning the setup and process of the manufacturing line allows for instant improvements both in the product and in the efficiency in which it is produced.
Accuracy. Efficiency. Results.
Moisture measurement and control in biomass applications is a critical portion of the production process. It has been estimated that an increase in the moisture content in some forms of biomass can decrease the heating value by up to 70%. The moisture content is a critical parameter for biomass as its vital to correct operation of the boiler. Most fuel boilers are designed to operate with a limited moisture range. Feeding fuel outside the tolerated range leads to increased emissions.
Manufacturers can enjoy immediate adjustments to the process based on real-time measurements from an online NIR sensor. Immediate changes can be made to the production line to stop extra waste and keep the line moving, avoiding costly downtime and excessive waste by catching any out of tolerance readings as quickly as possible.
Multiple Immediate Benefits
- Improved Product Quality
- Lower Waste & Energy Costs
- Process Optimization
- Increased Plant Efficiency
- Dryer Control
- Reduced Downtime
- Reduction in Fire/Explosion Risk
- Blending Monitoring
- Instant ROI
MoistTech utilizes near-infrared (NIR) technology that allows for a non-contact solution to provide accurate moisture content readings. Insensitive to material variations such as particle size, material height & color, the sensors provide a continuous, reliable reading with zero drift and no maintenance. There is a one-time calibration with a non-drift optical design allowing operational personnel to make immediate line adjustments based on real-time measurements.
Always innovating, MoistTech has been responsible for some of the industry’s most advanced technological developments over the years.