Oriented Strand Board Moisture (OSB)

Maximum Profits & Efficiency with MoistTech Corp

Achieving optimal oriented strand board moisture in both infeed and outfeed processes translates to superior resin addition, reduced energy consumption, and the production of high-quality material before blending. Fiber quality is directly influenced by moisture content, and inaccurate moisture resin addition not only results in wasted money but can also cause severe process interruptions.

Precise control of raw material fiber not only enhances resin addition but also yields additional benefits, contributing to high-quality board properties. Resin moisture addition, when controlled accurately, results in significant cost savings. The major advantage occurs on the forming line, preventing downtime due to blown boards, a common issue caused by high oriented strand board moisture content furnish.

MoistTech has introduced the IR-3000 OSB moisture sensor, ideally suited for measuring moisture levels in the OSB process.

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PERFORMANCE

Unsurpassed in performance, our sensors can accurately measure  moisture within tenths of a percent of most applications

STABILITY

MoistTech sensors withstand the test of time and are low to zero maintenance

RELIABILITY

Rely on MoistTech’s NIR moisture sensors to never drift or need re-calibration

COST OF OWNERSHIP

A moisture measurement system is essential for the production process and in some cases will pay for itself in less than 30 days

Mounting the IR-3000 Oriented Strand Board Moisture Sensor several inches above the conveyor allows continuous process monitoring. Users can control moisture/resin content manually or automatically in the OSB process.

A unique feature of MoistTech’s IR-3000 OSB Moisture Sensor is its ability to monitor the process even with small gaps in product flow without compromising accuracy.

MoistTech has also developed sample systems and optical windows using sapphire optics, providing a real-time process measurement viewing area. Details can be found in our sampling technology section.

If the IR-3000 Oriented Strand Board Moisture Sensor must be installed close to a dryer outlet where it may be susceptible to extreme heat conditions, cooling the sensor with either air or water may be necessary. Trust MoistTech Corp for superior moisture control solutions.

Ready to elevate your OSB manufacturing efficiency and quality? Contact MoistTech Corp today to explore how our advanced IR-3000 moisture sensor can revolutionize your moisture control processes. Maximize profits, reduce downtime, and ensure the highest quality in your oriented strand board production. Your path to superior moisture management starts here.

Benefits to Oriented Strand Board Moisture Control

Our sensor calibrations, measurement wavelengths, algorithms, and sensor optical requirements are factory pre-set. Typical accuracy is about ±0.1% moisture, with a typical analog range of 0-20% moisture. Outputs can be adjusted to optimize PLC or recording requirements.

A multitude of benefits become immediately noticeable with the implementation of a proper moisture measurement and control system:

  • Increased Efficiency
  • Improved Product Quality
  • Lower Energy Costs
  • Reduced Start-up Times
  • Less Waste & Downtime
  • 100% Product Inspection
  • Significant Resin Cost Savings

Installation Tips

Mounting the IR-3000 Oriented Strand Board Moisture Sensor several inches above the conveyor allows continuous process monitoring. Users can control moisture/resin content manually or automatically in the OSB process.

A unique feature of MoistTech’s IR-3000 OSB Moisture Sensor is its ability to monitor the process even with small gaps in product flow without compromising accuracy.

MoistTech has also developed sample systems and optical windows using sapphire optics, providing a real-time process measurement viewing area. Details can be found in our sampling technology section.

If the IR-3000 Oriented Strand Board Moisture Sensor must be installed close to a dryer outlet where it may be susceptible to extreme heat conditions, cooling the sensor with either air or water may be necessary. Trust MoistTech Corp for superior moisture control solutions.

Ready to elevate your OSB manufacturing efficiency and quality? Contact MoistTech Corp today to explore how our advanced IR-3000 moisture sensor can revolutionize your moisture control processes. Maximize profits, reduce downtime, and ensure the highest quality in your oriented strand board production. Your path to superior moisture management starts here.

Assess

Locate the point in the production process in which measuring moisture will be the most crucial and beneficial. Identify how you will use the moisture measurement data for improvements and if it will tie into your PLC.

Remember this could involve more than one installation point!

Develop

A closed loop process is achieved by incorporating a moisture measurement system into the manufacturing process. Developing a proactive solution to moisture control will avoid costly downfalls. 

Support

MoistTech’s experts will assess your specific application with lab tests, calibrations and accuracy results to ensure our equipment will peform for you. All of our sensors are pre-calibrated prior to being shipped to create a plug-and-play operation for the end-user.

Contact

We offer service and support throughout the world for our moisture measurement sensors and would be happy to connect you with a rep in your area. Contact us today for more information!

Understand the Process

How are you currently monitoring your product? With MoistTech we provide consistent results… On moisture applications involving dried products, accuracy can be expected to be 0.1%. On higher moisture applications, accuracy can be expected to be 0.2 and 0.5%.

Do you know how beneficial moisture control is? Reduce dryer usage and energy costs by knowing the exact temperature the dryer should be for optimal energy usage. Quality products will become consistent with 100% inspection. Purchase costs can be reduced from water weight.