Test Equipment and Measurement Instrument Blog

Relative Humidity vs. Real Moisture: Measuring To Maximize Product Performance

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Mar 11, 2015

The most effective way to ensure the long-term performance of hygroscopic materials like wood (organic materials that naturally contain water) is to carefully measure and adjust moisture content to achieve an equilibrium moisture content (or EMC) before using the material in production.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Products

How To Avoid Moisture Measurement Pitfalls That Can Affect Results

Posted by John Bogart on Mon, Mar 2, 2015
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Topics: Moisture Meter

8 Key Elements of A Moisture Measurement Protocol

Posted by John Bogart on Fri, Feb 20, 2015

Accurately and consistently measuring moisture – in most any type of product, from plastics to potato chips – has the potential to save organizations millions of dollars a year in improved productivity, reduced waste, increased consistency and improved quality. Measuring, in and of itself, however, is of little value if the companies doing it fail to put protocols in place to ensure that the testing is done correctly and that the results are accurate, consistent, and reliable. Whether you’re in the process of establishing protocols for the first time or looking to improve those already in place, we’ve outlined the most important considerations that should be part of any practical moisture measurement protocol.

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Topics: Moisture Meter

5 Reasons Manufacturing Are Thankful For NIR Moisture Analyzers

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Nov 26, 2014

As we get closer to the forth Thursday in November, it’s the time of year when we’re challenged to stop and give thanks for all we have in our lives.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Composition Analyzer, Products

4 Steps To Consistent Packaging Quality With A Coating Thickness Gauge

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Nov 5, 2014

Whether you’re the packaging company, manufacturer or distributor coating thickness is key to ensuring product quality, reliability and profit margins.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Coating Thickness Gauge, Events, Products

Check Out These Friction, Coating and Moisture Analyzers Demos At Pack Expo

Posted by John Bogart on Tue, Oct 21, 2014

Coming up in just a few weeks, I will be heading off PACK EXPO International 2014 in Chicago where I will be showcasing some of Kett’s cutting edge test instrumentation relevant to the packaging world.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Friction Analyzer, Coating Thickness Gauge, Moisture Analyzer, Events

How To Accurately Measure Moisture, And Avoid Curling In Packaging

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Oct 1, 2014

Curling in packaging can be a big problem.  The question of how to prevent curling in package labels is difficult but there are several options if you are facing this issue.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Moisture Analyzer, Products

How Do I Calculate The ROI When Purchasing A Moisture Meter?

Posted by John Bogart on Fri, Sep 5, 2014

Getting budget approval to invest in an accurate and reliable moisture meter can be a challenge unless you’re able to clearly demonstrate the ROI to your CFO.  Please note that when I say ‘moisture meter’ I could also be saying fat/oil meter, protein meter, sugar meter or any other meter that provides organic composition measurement.  The same analysis applies.

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Topics: Moisture Meter, Moisture Analyzer

How To Find The Right Grain & Seed Moisture Meter To Optimize Your Profits

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Jul 30, 2014

 

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Topics: Moisture Meter

Kett Test & Measurement Instrumentation Looking For Resellers in Europe & Latin America

Posted by John Bogart on Wed, Jul 23, 2014

Are you a distributor or sales agent of laboratory instrumentation or process instrumentation such as: color, pressure or flow meters, and you are looking for new products to expand your range?

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Topics: Products

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