Measuring Success For Hosokawa Micron Ltd & Xoptix Ltd

MALVERN, U.K. - June 12, 2014 - PRLog -- With a range of applications typically in the production of calcium carbonate, powder coatings and petrochemical catalysts, these in-process measuring units are being used extensively by powder processing experts Hosokawa Micron Ltd, in partnership with Xoptix Ltd http://www.xoptix.co.uk/ . Unusual powder processing applications http://www.xoptix.co.uk/notes also include toner and fire retardant manufacturing, and this technology can even be used in the production of gold.

‘Utilising laser diffraction technology http://www.xoptix.co.uk/tech , the Xoptix in-process measuring units offer a cost effective measuring option that is robust enough for use in even the most arduous powder processing fields. This means they are ideal for many of our customers seeking real time sampling and measurement of materials in production. Presenting fast, reliable and easy to understand particle size distribution data that is automatically fed to the plant control system, these flexible units are a key part of delivering optimised processes for a number of our customers,’ explains Iain Crosley, MD, Hosokawa Micron Ltd who applauded Xoptix Ltd’s 100+ achievement.

Stuart Barton, MD, Xoptix says, ‘Customers receive a superior product for less money, compared to older established in-process measuring technologies. And with the automated cell clean function there is no need to strip the unit down to clean – it can just keep running 24/7 with no deterioration in readings, efficiency, operational capability which is essential in many of the critical processes with which we and Hosokawa Micron are involved. Our initial design objectives were to build an in process particle size measurement unit with usability, flexibility, reliability and functionality, and customers agree that the system delivers on all points.’

For more information about Xoptix particle sizer technology and Hosokawa Micron, call +44 1684 899345 or email mail@xoptix.co.uk.