Particle Board moisture control of both the infeed and outfeed will result in better resin addition, reduced energy usage and a high quality material prior to blending. Fiber quality can be easily influenced by moisture content and incorrect moisture resin addition can not only waste money but can cause dramatic process interruptions.

Precise control of raw material fiber will not only improve the resin addition but also provide an extra benefit of high quality board properties. The resin moisture addition will result significant cost savings. The major benefit will be on the forming line when the press will not have any down time due to blown boards, a common result of high particle board moisture content furnish.

Installation

The IR-3000 particle board moisture sensor should be mounted several inches above the conveyor will allow the user to continuously monitor the process and can control the moisture / resin content either manually or automatically in the PB process.

One of the unique features of MoistTech’s IR-3000 Particle Board Moisture Sensor is that is able to monitor the process even with small gaps in product flow without impacting the accuracy. MoistTech has also developed sample systems and optical windows using sapphire optics which will provide a viewing area for real time process measurement. Details of this can be seen on our section in sampling technology.

Environment

Dust from the product is not normally a problem however in extreme dusty environments we recommend the installation of an Air Purge System to prevent the accumulation of material on the sensor’s window.

If the IR-3000 Particle Board Moisture Sensor has to be installed close to dryer outlet where it will be susceptible to extreme heat conditions, it may be necessary to cool the sensor with either air or water.

Benefits of Particle Board Moisture Control

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

Check out our other wood moisture applications to learn more.