Engineered to withstand the rigors of the process environment, Insitec Wet particle size analyzers use laser diffraction technology to measure particles in the size range 0.1 to 2500 µm in emulsions, suspensions and slurries. Insitec Wet can be configured to suit practically every wet particulate process, delivering real-time monitoring and control 24/7.
Insitec Wet particle size analyzers deliver fully automated real-time - or manual at-line - size measurement of particulates in batch or continuous wet processes. They are used to monitor and control suspensions, emulsions and slurries in a number of industries, from hot sticky highly concentrated mineral streams to dilute lipid pharmaceutical emulsions. To ensure representative sampling, process interfaces are tailored to meet customer needs, whether pilot scale or hundreds of tonnes per hour. Every Insitec Wet system offers:
- Base model hardware manufactured to GAMP5 standards and compatible with CIP/SIP requirements to meet specific manufacturing specifications
- Easy-to-use software and fully automated operation to minimize training requirements and release operator time
- Integration with existing control platforms to simplify development of automated control protocols
- High reliability of >95% with little downtime, minimal maintenance and maximum ROI
Technology that you can trust
Insitec systems use the technique of laser diffraction to quickly measure particle size. When applied to wet systems, complete particle size distributions can be measured in less than one second, giving real-time monitoring. Even processes with fast dynamics can be tracked effectively. Malvern Panalytical has proven technology for almost every conceivable wet process application. From integrated sample dilution hardware incorporating multistage cascade diluters, for highly concentrated slurries, to simple static samplers for more dilute suspensions and emulsions. Proven strategies ensure that representative samples are automatically and consistently delivered to the measurement zone, in an appropriately dispersed state and at a suitable concentration for analysis.
Automation of your process control
A dedicated Insitec may be necessary for each measurement point or it may be possible to monitor multiple lines or process steps with a single sensor. This depends on the measurement frequency required. Insitec systems are integrated within the process plant. Typically they are operated from a centralized control room and the measurement results drive routine decision making. The software packages make integration and data interpretation straightforward. Insitec data drive optimized manual control strategies and enable the full automation of process control, delivering substantial economic returns.
