Plywood Moisture
Is Moisture Control Essential?
Plywood is composed of grains glued together in alternating patterns, crossing the fiber grains to create one of the strongest types of wood on the market. This durable material is used for roofs, cabinets, floors, and other projects. When plywood retains moisture, the plies, previously fastened into varying patterns, may separate and ruin the product. Mold may grow and cause damaged goods and health concerns. Moist plywood is useless plywood. Controlling the moisture during the manufacturing process is key to:
- Producing a Quality Product
- Increased Productivity
- Decreased Production Costs
It is not enough to merely measure only the outside moisture index of plywood – the moisture content inside the material is most important. The sensor specially designed for the MoistTech IR-3000 is ideal for wood materials in all stages of production. The MoistTech product database enables pre-calibration of the moisture sensor.
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non-contact
Our equipment never comes into contact with the product, allowing for less waste
zero drift
Our sensors are guaranteed not to drift over time – which saves time and money
closed loop
Create a closed-loop process by tying a moisture sensor into your PLC. Full control over the line!
no recalibrations
We’ve mastered the art of moisture sensors – your unit will never need to be recalibrated for the same product twice!
MoistTech’s IR-3000 Series
The IR-3000 moisture sensor uses MoistTech’s Near Infrared (NIR) technology to measure the moisture of plywood and its raw materials, even in the severe environment of a manufacturing warehouse. No matter the size, height, color, or other variations of the plywood, the IR-3000 consistently offers reliable readings. The optical design is engineered to take thousands of accurate measurements per second. Operators can trust that this technology uses these measurements to make necessary adjustments, thereby simplifying the production process.
The IR-3000’s sensor calibrations, measurement wavelengths, algorithms, and sensor optical requirements to measure plywood moisture are pre-set at the factory. No further on-site or routine recalibration is necessary, making accuracy in the field nearly effortless.
Typical moisture accuracy is about ± 0.05%, with coating accuracy varying from 0.1 to 0.01 microns, depending on the coating type. The typical analog range is zero to ten percent moisture. The outputs can be adjusted to optimize PLC or recording requirements.
Installation Point
Installation is easy no matter how extreme the location — the IR-3000 just needs to be fixed a few inches above the plywood production line. Other services can be provided, including general data via Ethernet connections, operator interface, and digital displays.
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
With the IR-3000, you save money throughout production while maintaining top-quality products. At MoistTech, quality and savings go hand in hand, so you don’t have to compromise.