Process development for polymer dispersions
The Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP and PDW Analytics GmbH in Potsdam-Golm have collectively extended the possibilities for particle detection and process development. This has resulted in a globally unique process analysis platform in which particles between 50 nm and
2 mm can be directly detected inline and on a continuous basis at high concentrations.
Highlights:
- Continuous inline process monitoring
- Detection of particles from 50 nm to 2 mm
- No sample taking necessary
- Undistorted particle size distribution
- Measuring methods that don’t require calibration
Potential:
- Tracking and understanding the course of the polymerization
- Increased process reliability
- Efficient process designs
- Recognizing and understanding coagulation phenomena
- Development of feedback strategies