Laser-Diffraction Particle Sizing Pays Dividends for Wet-Process Monitoring

Laser diffraction is a proven technology for wet particle sizing. This case study describes the use of real-time particle size measurements for emulsification-process monitoring. Timely process analysis makes it possible to find, set and control operating conditions at the pilot or for commercial-scale use. In research and development this translates directly into greater experimental productivity; in production it results in increased throughput, rapid product changeover, less waste and lower energy use. Typically these gains in efficiency rapidly pay back the cost of the analyser.