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[June 2003]
Freeman Technology Unveils New Powder Rheometer
Freeman Technology (Welland, Malvern, England) has launched the new FT4 powder rheometer. The company describes this as a significant development from its successful FT3 and using Freeman's patented technology to provide comprehensive data on powder flow properties.
The company claims that it is the only system available that measures all the relevant forces needed to give a complete and accurate measurement of powder flowability.
In the FT4, an embedded high specification processor eliminates the need for an external PC, saving valuable bench space whilst maintaining high performance. Networking capabilities mean users can access powder flowability data remotely as well as carrying out analysis in the laboratory. A universal bus provides serial, automated daisy-chaining of all automated accessories.
The FT4 also features a digital control system as well as a new digital data acquisition system for force, torque and position measurement. This is said to provide improved control, a greater speed range and much enhanced sensitivity.
In contrast to traditional methods that give a less meaningful single number result, Freeman's says its approach recognises the complex nature of powders and the need to evaluate flow properties in relation to the many key variables such as flow rate, aeration, consolidation and moisture content.
Web site: www.freemantech.co.uk
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