Innovative and unique combination of technologies to accurately analyze particle size and shape parameters.

1. Particle Size & Shape Analyzer

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“Equivalent Sphere” Attitude
These diameters are fundamentally different for the same particle.
The equivalent sphere diameters differ for any non-spherical material.
Every PSA technique yields different results for non-spherical particles.

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DIPA-2000 Measuring Channels
Single Instrument ; Dual Measurement Channels

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DIPA-2000 Laser Channel
Main Advantages:
 Quick & Straight Forward Measurement
 High Resolution Detection Capabilities
 Time Domain Analysis, No “Pre-Knowledge”

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DIPA-2000 Laser Channel
 The rotating laser beam
A B C D E F
scans single particles
Scanning Laser
within its focus.
 The diameter of the
particle is directly
correlated to the duration
of the obscuration.
V
 The measurement
principle is a time interval,
not an intensity
measurement.
 The time domain is
independent of particles
Ta Tb Tc Td Te Tf Time
optical or physical
properties.

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DIPA-2000 Laser Channel
From the duration of the obscuration (T),
and the known rotation velocity of the laser beam (V),
the particle diameter (D)
can be calculated:
D=V·T
In relation to the high speed of the laser rotating laser, the particles
are stationary, thus will not effect particle size measurement.
No requirements for particles pre-knowledge of:
1. Refractive index
2. Temperature
3. Viscosity variation
4. Electrical conductivity
5. Etc…

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DIPA-2000 Laser Channel
Summery
 Data is collected directly on each analyzed particle.
 Detection of minor fractions, high resolution.
 Correct measurement of particle size, not influenced by physical
or optical properties.
 Operation in Liquid, Dry and Aerosol mediums.
 No calibration/alignment required by user.
 Robust measurement, on-line indication for statistical significance.
 Concentration measurement.
 FDA 21 CFR Part 11 S/W security compliance.

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DIPA-2000 Measuring Channels
Single Instrument ; Dual Measurement Channels

9. DIPA-2000 Video Channel
Main Advantages:
 Sample Visualization
 Dynamic Shape Analysis
 Advanced Particles Size and Shape information

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Dynamic Shape Analysis
(DSA) Principle of Operation
 Real time images of particles in motion
are collected
 Images are converted into a grid containing a
collection of picture elements (pixels)
420 µm
 Each individual pixel has a value for brightness Image
(grey level): 0 = Dark; 255 = White Conversion
 All images are analyzed according to a
pre-defined set of Image Analysis characteristics
 Measurement is finished when the analysis end
conditions are met
(# of particles/images, confidence level, time, etc)
18 µm

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DIPA-2000 Video Channel
DIPA-2000 DSA Main Features:
• Easy setup and measurement
using software wizards
• Advanced pre-processing
algorithms
• Size and Shape Filter/Grouping
• Automated Report Generation
• Storage of real raw date
(un-processed images)
• Re-processing of raw data
• Internal optical calibration and
verification tools available
• Interface with 3rd party hardware
(Microscopy)

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DIPA-2000 Video Channel
• For each individual particle, all size and
shape parameters are determined.
• The DIPA-2000 Image Analysis S/W
automates set-up and measurement.
• DIPA-2000 IA software includes many
procedures such as:
– Pre-Processing Procedures
– Image Quality Filters
– Region of Interest Determination
– Out-Of-Focus Rejection
– Morphology Operations
– Grouping according to size/shape
– Re-Processing of stored images and
movies
– Manual Lens Calibration (Microscopy)

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DIPA-2000 Video Channel
Summery
 Seeing is believing, visualize your sampled particles.
 Better and advanced characterization of materials.
 High resolution data (down to pixel size data).
 Detection and quantification of shape parameters.
 Validation technique for the Laser Channel or other particle
size methods.
 Detection capability of minor fractions for fine particles or
agglomerated materials.
 Quantification of material homogenity.
 Advanced tool for shape differences characterisation.
 FDA 21 CFR Part 11 S/W security compliance.

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One System = Variety of Applications
“Adapting the technology to the application”, rather than -
“adapting the application to the technology”

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Some Global Applications
Geology Soil, clay, sand, kaolin
Ocean water, tap water, waste water, membrane filtration,
Environmental dust, flocculation
Powders, suspensions, syrups, emulsions, pastes, micro-
Pharma/Bio-Tech carriers, injectable solutions, collagen, microcapsules
Pesticides, dispersants, catalysts, resins, emulsions,
Chemicals preservatives
Alumina, silica, magnetic powders, tungsten, strontium,
Ceramics & Metals sintered products, stainless steel, cobalt
Energy Coal, fuels, slurries, shale-oil emulsions, fly ash
Emulsions, fine powders, beer, coffee, chocolate, flour,
Food Products ground products, agglomerated crystals, peanut butter
Polymers, oil droplets, wear particles, calk, fillers, toners,
Heavy Industry pulp & paper, coatings, pigments, PVC, paint
Bacteria, smears, inhalation toxicology, cell research,
Life Science algae growth, yeast, blood analysis

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DIPA 2000
Particle Size & Shape
Analyzer
Elementary and Advanced
S/W Features

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DIPA 2000 S/W Features
Summery
• Easy setup and measurement using software wizards
• Advanced pre-processing algorithmes
• Size and Shape Grouping/Filtering
• Automated report generator
• Storage of real-time raw data (un-processed images)
• Re-processing of raw data (images & movie files)
• Interface with 3rd party hardware (e.g. Microscopy)
• Manual calibration and verification tools avaible
• Integrated laser and video software
• Simultaneous laser and video results
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 S/W security compliance