Automatic data analysis and presentation for FT3 Powder Rheometer
Automatic data analysis and presentation for FT3 Powder Rheometer
Keywords: Freeman technology, Software, Powders
A new software release for the Freeman Technology FT3 Powder Rheometer is described as allowing automated analysis of multiple test files, with graphical presentation available on screen or printer. This is said to further streamline the whole measurement process with the FT3–from testing the powder through to data analysis and presentation.
Figure 1 New software release for the Freeman Technology FT3 Powder Rheometer
With the generation of typically 22,000 data records for every test, rapid,user-friendly data presentation and analysis is vital and in Freeman's opinion this powerful new approach provides not only a speedy presentation of the measured information, it also enables quick and easy examination of the data behind the graphical displays.
Graphs can be exported into word processing applications to assist report writing and, because the software reportedly can be independently installed on any computer, further analysis can be carried out anytime and anywhere. Complete raw data are exportable to spreadsheets if required.
Details of the full scope of the new approach to data presentation and analysis can be found on the Freeman Technology website at www.freemantech.co.uk.
Launched just last year, the Fr3 Powder Rheometer is said to be providing a useful means of assessing the flowability of powders across all areas of manufacturing industry. It evaluates flow properties in a small sample (10ml–300ml)by first preconditioning the sample to produce a consistent bed, and then measuring the torque, force and energy in the test chamber as a blade traces a precise helical path through the powder.
According to Freeman routine measurements with the FT3 are fast and straightforward. Standard programmes are automated and produce highly repeatable results in just a few minutes. The resulting data provide flow rate and compaction indices, numbers that define the key variables affecting flowability. The company also informs us that where particular factors, such as electrostatic charge effects, moisture content or storage temperatures for example, are thought to be causing processing variability, the FT3's flexibility and sensitivity allows detailed investigations. In each case, even small rheological variations can be detected and analysed.
Details available from: Freeman Technology, Te: +44 (0)1684 310 860; Fax:+44 (0)1684 310 236; E-mail: info@freemantech.co.uk;Website: www.freemantech.co.uk
