Installation….

By installing the MoistTech corrugated board moisture sensor on the corrugator, a manufacturer can continuously monitor the process and can control the moisture in corrugated board content in liner, medium or face locations, either manually or automatically. To accurately measure the levels of moisture in corrugated board, the sensor should be installed over or angled, relative to the web that is transporting the board. 

Environment….

In corrugated board plants, the sensor is often installed in extreme heat locations typically near a pre-heater.  In this situation, it is necessary to protect the sensor and should be installed in an insulated box containing vortex cooler.  Furthermore, the environment in corrugated board plants can be very moist.  In this circumstance, an Air Purge System should be installed to prevent condensation collecting on the sensor’s optical window.

Benefits….

improved product quality lower energy costs reduced start-up times less waste 100% product inspection less downtime

The staff at MoistTech is very experienced with the requirements in the corrugated board process.  Our sensor calibrations, measurement wavelengths, algorithms and sensor optical requirements are pre-set at the factory.  The typical accuracy is about ±0.1% moisture.  The typical analog range is 0-10% moisture and up to as much as 40%, subject to application.  The outputs can be adjusted to optimize PLC or recording requirements.