Datacolor, a global leader in color management solutions and color communication technology, has introduced its
Datacolor 800 and 500 series of spectrophotometers. The family of fully backward compatible benchtops, complete
with its new embedded processor and
data storage, provides a platform for
increased efficiency and color measurement confidence, while delivering on
Datacolor’s hallmark performance and
precision, the company stated.
The series includes Datacolor 850,
Datacolor 800, Datacolor 550, and
Datacolor 500. The Datacolor 800 family is the next generation of the market’s
only true close-tolerance spectrophotometer that ensures color can be communicated digitally. Featuring a digital
camera, the spectrophotometer allows
for perfect sample placement. The series
is fully backward compatible with the existing fleet of Datacolor 600spectropho-
tometers. The Datacolor 800 is available
immediately. The Datacolor 850, which
includes transmission measurement capability in addition to reflectance, will be
available in January 2016.
The Datacolor 500 family offers an
economical option for a high performance spectrophotometer with enhanced
speed and advanced technology, while
assuring compatibility with the existing
fleet of Datacolor 400instruments. The
Datacolor 500 is available immediately.
The Datacolor 550, a new addition to
Datacolor’s line-up, is a cost-effective
transmission and reflectance instrument
and will be available in January 2016.
Charles Ross & Son
Co. Introduces High-Performance Ribbon
Blenders for Demanding
Applications
Engineered for high-productivity 24/7 op-
eration, Ross Ribbon Blenders are manu-
factured in standard and sanitary designs
with customizable features for increased
reliability of solid-solid and solid-liquid
blending operations. Available from ½
to 1,000 cu.ft. capacities, Ross Ribbon
Blenders accomplish a number of process-
ing objectives – from dry powder blend-
ing, mixing solids of different shapes and
sizes, coating particles with minor liquids,
paste mixing, preparing solid-liquid sus-
pensions, and vacuum drying.
The new Ross Model 42N-80S
Ribbon Blender with a maximum working capacity of 80 cu.ft. and 150-grit
stainless steel 316 product contact parts.
The dust-tight blender cover includes
multiple custom ports and a bag dumping station with safety grating. Driven
by a high-efficiency 50HP gearmotor, the
double ribbon agitator turns at variable
speeds up to 28 rpm (max tip speed of
approximately 280 fpm). Due to their direct drive design, Ross Ribbon Blenders
do not suffer from belt slippage, stretching and wear – issues frequently encountered in lower quality blenders.
During the blending cycle, precise liquid additions are delivered via spray bars
with fan-type spray nozzles. In addition,
spray balls are installed on the cover for
convenient cleaning of the blender’s interior in between batches.
Other customizations such as heating/
cooling jacket, end wall scrapers, interchangeable paddle agitator, vacuum capability, abrasion-resistant wetted parts,
all stainless steel construction, load cell
weighing system and PLC-based recipe
controls are offered as well. For more
information or to speak with a blending specialist about your application, call
1-800-243-ROSS(7677). Dozens of new
and reconditioned models are always in
stock. Ask about our trial/rental program
and no-charge testing services.
Grieve Corp. Introduces
Seven-Zone, Gas-Heated
Belt Conveyor Oven
No. 919 is a seven-zone, gas-heated belt
conveyor oven from Grieve, currently
used to cure various coatings onto ce-
ramic parts. Maximum operating tem-
peratures are 350°F in Zones 1-4 and
1000°F in Zones 5-7. Workspace dimen-
sions measure 51”W x 56’D x 15”H,
with a 30” long open belt loading zone,
four 3’ long insulated heat zones with
independent recirculated airflow and
temperature control (350°F), 30” long
open zone, three 3’ long insulated heat
zones with independent recirculated air-
flow and temperature control (1000°F),
9’ long cooling zone and 3’ long open
unloading zone.
400,000 BTU/hr. are installed in
modulating natural gas burners in
Zones 1-4, with 500,000 BTU/hr. in
Zones 5-7 A 1/2” wide, B36-20- 12-14,
Type 316 stainless steel balanced weave
conveyor belt is powered by a 1-HP motor drive, variable from 1.5 to 30 inches
per minute.
A 30,000 CFM, 30-HP recirculating
blower provides vertical upward airflow
to the workload in Zones 1-4, while
25,000 CFM, 20-HP unit in Zone 5 and
12,500 CFM, 10-HP units in Zones 6-7
do likewise.
Two 36” diameter tubeaxial fans, each
driven by a 5-HP motor, push / pull air
through the oven’s cooling zone.
This Grieve belt conveyor oven features an aluminized steel exterior and
Type 316L, 2B finish stainless steel
interior with continuously welded
seams. There are 4” thick insulated
walls in Zones 1-4 and 8” thick insulated walls, comprising 2” of 1900°F
block and 6” of 10 lb/cf density rock-wool, in Zones 5-7.
The unit has top mounted heating
chambers, doors for access to the work
space and heat chambers in each zone
and is designed to be split into two sections for easier shipment. No. 919 has on-board all safety devices required by IRI,
FM and NFPA Standard 86 for gas-heated equipment, as well as digital indicating
temperature controllers. CW
Datacolor Launches
Next-Generation Spectrophotometers
