Simple and cost-effective total ash measurement
Valmet IQ Total Xray Measurement
Valmet IQ Total Xray Measurement offers robust and easy-to-calibrate sensor technology for total ash measurement in paper manufacturing. It is particularly effective for applications focused on high-volume, cost-effective production where knowing the precise ash composition is less important. The solution can also effectively measure glass content in fiberglass and provide non-nuclear measurement of basis weight for non-woven production lines.
Accurate and reliable measurements of total ash and non-woven basis weight
Easy calibration and maintenance with a single-detector design
Lower-voltage sensor technology for simplified licensing
Faster recoveries and less waste
One versatile solution for many applications
Valmet IQ Total Xray Measurement offers multi-application measurement capabilities, ideal for industries focused on cost-effective, high-volume production, where detailed filler analysis is not essential. The solution is based on the safe and efficient absorption of low-energy X-ray radiation in the measured material. It quickly but accurately measures total ash in paper, the weight of specialized coatings and glass content in fiberglass.
Its non-nuclear measurement method makes IQ Total Xray a safer and more efficient option for the basis weight measurement of non-woven materials. It can also measure thicknesses of materials like plastic, rubber or thin metal films.
Easy and real-time process control
IQ Total Xray is engineered for ease of both use and maintenance. The solution features a single-detector design and requires no nuclear sensors. By operating below 5 kV, the sensor is exempt from complex licensing in most countries, further simplifying implementation and reducing operational overhead.
Valmet IQ Total Xray Measurement ensures real-time process control and proactive detection of issues. This capability reduces downtime and waste, significantly improving production efficiency. The accuracy of the solution’s data, with excellent correlation to laboratory measurements, also decreases costs related to rework and laboratory testing, further streamlining operations and minimizing human error.
The Valmet IQ measurement advantage
All Valmet IQ measurement sensors share common design features that increase accuracy and reliability. They offer high data transmission speed and minimum maintenance requirements.
Intelligence inside the sensor heads and direct remote access capabilities provide advanced diagnostics for predictive maintenance and fast problem solving. Each sensor platform can be equipped with an air curtain for the measurement gap to equalize temperatures from on-sheet to off-sheet scanning and reduce dust accumulation.
The factory-calibrated measurement sensors are designed to tolerate harsh environments. Noise immunity meets European EMC directives.