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In situ Analyzers Technologies in combination with modular Sensor Systems for size and morphologies of Population

Unique proved techniques for MTS in production particle SYSTEM in situ size measurement particle size analyzer for in line Integrated Industry Solutions like 4.0

MTS 3D ORM Autofocus FBRM patent Signal-lens technique

Version March 2016

MTS 3D ORM FBRM Signal lens technique is a patented technology developed by MTS.

MTS 3D ORM Autofocus in combination FBRM Signal lens technique integrates forward, lateral and backward optical signals. Our focal based <2°light paths angle reduce unwanted scattering light effects, so that detection quantity of back reflected lights will be doubled. Compare with single lens multi mode laser particle system size analyzer, this technique improves measuring range dramatically, measuring accuracy for fine particles and resolution ratio. Compare with MTS 3D ORM Autofocus FBRM Signal-beam laser particle size analyzer, the technique improves reliability and reduces failure rate under process condition.

The high tech Sapphire window surface prevents any fouling and contamination under process condition.

To realize safety aspects of in process measurement and control via Bus and PLT

Benefits:

User can study Dispersion Systems under real condition
User can follow Agglomeration Systems under real condition
Population of morphology out of undiluted systems like Bio Cells growing and Viability
Time of Flight based measurement of size populations
Multi Capture based measurements of particle distribution
Photon based measurements under in situ conditions
Expand the size related measuring range under production conditions
High resolution of fine particles in process related 60 % Cv concentration with a short <75 micron auto focus
High resolution of course particles in < 30 to 40 % Cv concentration with a 150 micron auto focus
High resolution of course particles in <10 to 20 % Cv concentration with a 250 micron auto focus
Streaming effects avoid and under control by flexible travelling distance of the Autofocus system
Improve the measuring accuracy, especially for ratio of fine to cource particle from < 1 to 2000 micron in relation to concentration and Laser Input Energy (LIE).
Laser can be optional adapted between 1 and 30 mW for R & D Formulation projects by customer supervisor.
Detection quantity is increased; resolution is improved up to 140 nano Meter
Detection of quantity goes down the nano meter regime up to 20.000 nano meter for agglomeration detection
Sensors with Autofocus with Sterilization, high and low Temperature as well as pressure solution available
All Customers a safe to go with MTS patented solutions adaptive signal interpretation for FBRM measurement apparatus WP 1 883 802 B1

MTS Automatic alignment focus technique

Automatic alignment system developed by MTS itself is comprises the Autofocus motion, precise alignment into receiving fibre, signal shape controller and software system. The minimum starting point in front of the window is 2 micron, which guarantees that auto focus of laser beam is on the receiving 4 micron fibre centre all the time. Thus accuracy of test result is improved in a 124 Fraction size distribution. The automatic focus alignment system is equipped on all models of MTS 3D ORM laser particle size analyzer, no matter it is an economic model with basic quality with low price, or it is a sophisticated intelligent PAT model including ISO 9001 validation with modular price structures. As it were, MTS 3D ORM Autofocus with automatic alignment system at the sensor operation side has become a standard feature for all models of laser particle size analyzer from MTS.

Benefits:

User can Efficient 24h process control under real system condition
Industries 4.0 online connection to BUS Systems and Process Control Computation
Particle Application Technologies solution under original condition
Ensures the optical system is always in the optimum state and measuring accuracy based on the sophisticated auto alignment
In situ studies of new formulations in R & D
Measurement of Particle SYSTEM constellation
Process Analytical Technology under 100% real condition
Easy calibration control by RETICULAR System
Simple Operation, easy maintenance.

Unique MTS calibration technique for accuracy

All instruments are passed through the calibration by MTS reticular System. In addition different standard calibration sample, will guarantee the accuracy of the instrument's test results. Standard sample is provided along with the instruments at the same time. Users can check up the accuracy of the instrument at any time by MTS reticular System, which may avoid losses caused by inaccurate test results due to instrument relocation, voltage/photon/laser/damping fluctuation and other factors which can be found by internet link in connection with the MTS service team.

Benefits:

To ensure the accuracy of test result for 24 hour operation.
To ensure each instrument has good consistency of test results based on reticular validation quick check.
MTS RETICULAR System provide inert and in situ results
internet link in connection with the MTS service team for far distance recalibration
availability of the installed MTS 3D ORM sensor system technology in the year

o 2013 all units operate on 98,50%

o 2014 all units operate on 98,85%

o 2015 all units operate on 98,75%

There are a lot of units which have more than 12 years operation
There are units which have more than 500 sterilization cycles achieved
Optional the systems can be delivered also ISO 9001 and 19230 ff standards /documentation

Reliable circulation & dispersion system is in general not needed - but available

The MTS Sensor is normally directly installed inside a reactor or up streaming piping system. Wet dispersion systems are normally not needed. Ultrasonic disperser can be directly engaged with the MTS 3D ORM Sensor System.

Based on the LIE which can be optional adapted between 1 and 30 mW MTS normally can operate in customer application fields.

Benefits:

It guarantees that all products which exist as a system in a formulation can normally measure samples can be fully dispersed.
Therefore we keep the habit of the original product.
Easy operation.
Agglomeration and soft artefacts can be observed under process condition like during fermentation.
It guarantees the repeatability and accuracy of test results without interference of possible agglomeration and soft artefacts

Dirt and contamination protection technique of sensor window and lenses

All models of MTS in production particle system in situ size measurement of particle analyzer are equipped with electrochemical polished sapphire windows based on the highest military optical standard contamination protection.

The inside sensor the lens systems and the optomechanical system can be protected optional by inert gas flushing for condensate and dirt

Benefits:

To avoid any damage or contamination to the optical systems
Reduce the number of instrument’s maintenance downtime, improve instrument’s utilization.

Automatic water suction technique and cost of treatment is not needed.

MTS in production particle system insitu sensor size measurement particle analyzers are directly in operation inside the media which should be analyzed!

Therefore MTS Sensor Systems does not necessarily need equipped with the water suction pump and water level measuring device, which can automatically pump the water in the bucket into the circulation tank for later treatment.

Benefits:

No sample preparation
No sample taken out of process
Direct control of wet milling operation
Continuously control of out of specification during wet milling operation to ensure no cost for the water quality
To ensure no cost distilled water or filtered water
No cost for waste water cleaning operations

Multi - language handling and operation

Customer languages are provided in the MTS’s software of laser particle analyzer including Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese*, English, Russian, German, Korean, etc. Users just select one of the languages; the software interface will turn into the corresponding language.

*under final test beta test planed to be launched in 2016

Benefits:

Users can operate the instrument under their familiar company language.
Instruction manuals are always in 2 languages in a parallel page mode

Measuring technique for operation under dew point temperature

For the MTS laser particle analyzer running in high humidity environment, the technique will play a big role in ensuring instruments run in the normal condition and accurate test results can be obtained. Because in high humidity environment, mistreat is easy to condense on the inside surfaces optics of the Sensor. The sensor must be purged under this condition with a clean nitrogen gas. If condensation accurse the MTS would go in a alarm status.

Benefits:

Give clear warning for condensation
Heated purge gas would also remove outside incrustation during cooling crystallization
nitrogen gas allows operation under explosion safety regulations
ATEX Zone 1 approval optional
To ensure the accurate and reliable results under hardest process conditions.
Safety automatic control by the system without possible failure by operator.

High-speed sampling signal technology

By adopting the Multi Capture Signal Technology (MCST) and high-speed AD technique, sampling rate of MTS’s laser particle analyzer can reach in the most sophisticated versions 250.000 captured signals per second.

So the system can accurately capture the back reflected signals of particles when they passing the Autofocus driven by the single mode 4 micron the laser beam, which avoids the distortion caused by out of focus area. MCST ensure the accuracy and repeatability of the result. High-speed signal sampling technique is particularly important in the dry powder application where the flow speed is high.

Benefits:

To improve the repeatability and accuracy of the size results.
To improve the analytical efficiency.
In process operation of up to 50 m/sec.

Report conversion technique

Just by clicking a button, you can easily convert report into format of BMP, JPG, PDF or Excel as you need.

All measured parameters can send to Process Control Computer by digital or analogue signals

Benefits:

It's easy to be sent by email, or to be illustration in a paper.
6 output signal
6 input signals
Up to 24 Trend signals over time
Signal configuration by customer supervisor

Results of laboratory reticular test by MTS

Test result for MTS 3D ORM SMF In Process Particle MTS size analysis of 50 + 100 + 250 + 400 +600 + 1000 micron insitu reticular test module

MTS Instrument participated in the "Proficiency testing plan of Particle size analysis in 2015. Lab code is 15/03/15 mts.

Reticule	Result µm	expected	Deviation %	Results
050	48,46	50	3,06	excellent
100	98,13	100	2,87	excellent
250	246,67	250	1,33	excellent
400	394,23	400	1,44	excellent
600	589,50	600	1,75	excellent
1000	982,15	1000	1,79	excellent

If absolute value of deviation percentage is less than or equal to 10%, it is a satisfactory results.
If absolute value of deviation percentage is less than or equal to 5%, it is a excellent result
If the absolute value of deviation percentage is more than 10%, it is a nonsatisfying result.

Make the best of every process operation.
The PAT sensors solutions from MTS will keep you safer as any other one.
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In Process sensor measurements of real time size and morphology
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