Thermo Launches CrystalVision CO2 Sensor

2006 August 15, Thermo Electron Corporation (Thermo Electron Corporation) introduced new CrystalVisionTMCO2 sensor. The sensor is designed to accurately measure CO2 concentrations in carbonated beverages such as beer, soda and carbonated water.

So far, the beverage industry has relied on the temperature-pressure method to measure CO2 concentration. In some cases, beverage manufacturers' current methods of use may cause deviations due to sampling methods, and the calculation process does not consider the density difference or irrelevant gas, and these factors will affect the temperature-pressure test results.

By using infrared energy and attenuated total reflection (ATR), ThermoVision's CrystalVision CO2 sensor revolutionized CO2 measurement in beverages. This application of new technology ensures accurate, real-time measurements.

CrystalVision CO2 sensors are a cost-effective solution that can be easily deployed and combined into beverage production processes, especially beer brewing. The sensor is able to withstand a "clean-in-place" (CIP) cycle, providing continuous data that can be used to increase production. And this sensor only monitors "true CO2" and will not be affected by pressure spikes or irrelevant gases. In addition to regular calibrations, it virtually does not require maintenance at all. This allows the beverage manufacturer to operate the sensor continuously, avoiding the high replacement costs that would normally be involved with conventional sensors.

“People are becoming more and more aware of the role of Thermo Electron in ensuring the quality and safety of the foods and beverages they consume. The addition of Crystal Vision CO2 sensors to our legacy product line will make the previous trouble The measurement process has become perfect and guarantees quality,” said Gerry Broski, marketing manager at Thermo Electron. "The CrystalVision CO2 sensor demonstrates our commitment to introduce high-precision laboratory processes into the production line to improve quality and reduce production costs. CrystalVision has conducted experiments in several outstanding breweries, and the results show that it is fully compatible or Beyond the accuracy of the traditional methods currently used."

The sensor is mounted to a standard Varinline access port and connected to a wall-mounted control display, eliminating the wiring space normally required for sensor installation. The design of the CrystalVision sensor is small in footprint and easy to deploy, allowing the sensor to be used on various parts of the process flow that require control but cannot be implemented in other ways due to space limitations.

The key features and benefits of CrystalVision CO2 sensors include:
Easy to install, set-up and operation Low operating costs - no moving parts or consumables Combination of three levels: stand-alone operation; integration into a data management system via Ethernet; or PLC or DCS as process control system A node in the real CO2 measurement - not affected by pressure or temperature

Source: Packaging Machinery