Material Moisture Testing
In modern industrial production, the moisture content of raw material is an important quality indicator for subsequent processes. Moisture content is the most influential factor in raw material production and its quality control. With the application of Internet of Things, big data technology, cloud computing and artificial intelligence in the field of testing, material moisture testing is becoming an important instrument in optimizing production operations in the manufacturing industry.
Material moisture testing is necessary to ensure that the moisture content of raw materials remains consistent. Material moisture testing is an important part of quality assurance in production and it helps to ensure the consistent performance of products. Material moisture testing prevents the escape of production process data and also allows for better monitoring of the entire production process.
Material moisture testing methods can be divided into two categories, namely direct and indirect testing methods. The direct test method is a direct measurement of moisture content, while the indirect test is done on the basis of other material features. In a direct test, the material is measured immediately after the extraction of sample. This test relies heavily on the experience of the operator and it increases the potential risk of errors. On the other hand, the indirect test uses special reagent that reacts with moisture recognition system. In this method, the material is measured according to the reaction of the reagent. The results obtained from this test are much more accurate as compared to the direct test method.
In addition to the direct and indirect testing methods, there are also other moisture testing methods such as capacitance, electrical resistance, acoustic resonance and thermal conductivity. These methods are mainly used for precise or quantitative measurements. However, they require expensive and complex instruments. On the contrary, the simplest and most widely used methods are based on total immersion of the moisturing object and the certain changes in weight are measured over time.
Material moisture testing is widely used in many industrial fields such as food processing, petrochemicals, paper mills, textiles, cement, rubber and plastics. Moisture testing helps to ensure the consistent performance of products, control the quality of products, avoid down-stream production flaws, shorten production time and save energy.
In conclusion, material moisture testing is an important part of quality assurance and it is becoming ever-more necessary for modern industrial production. Industrial manufactures are looking for efficient and precise material moisture analysis methods to reduce the risk of product failure or inefficient production. With the modern advances in technology, many sophisticated and accurate methods have been developed for material moisture testing, which are being utilized for the betterment of manufacturing processes.
