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AYRÍÍS

Getting rid of any user intervention and result interpretation whatsoever, our Ayríís uses groundbreaking technology for perfectly reliable QC checks of wettability. With just one click and in seconds, the 3D Contact Angle of water is measured and auto-validated with a simple passed/failed message using preset quality limits. The highly advanced 3D drop projection technique of Ayríís provides for automatic self-checking of consistency and plausibility of each result. As a mobile, stand-alone instrument with easy-to-exchange rechargeable batteries and prefilled cartridges, Ayríís is prepared to operate 24/7 on your production site.

Cold Finger cCF6

The Coaxial-Shear Cold Finger cCF6 is a high-performance laboratory device developed to analyze wax deposits and evaluate the efficiency of wax and paraffin inhibitors under realistic shear conditions. It features six rotating cold fingers housed in a temperature-controlled water bath, allowing for simultaneous testing and reproducible results.

A pneumatic lift system simplifies handling by enabling safe and quick access to samples and measuring sleeves—enhancing both safety and efficiency during operation.

With its compact, modular design, the cCF6 delivers exceptional ease of use, accurate measurement, and high flexibility. Its ability to control and replicate shear conditions across all measuring stations makes it ideal for advanced research and quality control in the petroleum and crude oil industries.

Cold Finger CF6

The Multi-Place Cold Finger CF6 is a laboratory instrument designed to analyze wax deposits and evaluate the effectiveness of wax and paraffin inhibitors. It features six measuring stations arranged in a conventional water bath, enabling simultaneous testing and significantly reduced measuring times.

Expanding the trusted PSL Cold Finger product family, the CF6 stands out with its compact, space-saving design and an integrated sample lift. This ensures precise positioning of the cold fingers in the sample bottles, offering users enhanced convenience, improved safety, and more accurate results.

Tailored for laboratories with low to medium sample volumes, the CF6 is an ideal entry-level solution for cold finger measurements in crude oil and petroleum product testing.

Cold Finger mCF2

The Mobile Cold Finger mCF2 is a compact, transportable device designed to test wax and paraffin deposits and assess the efficiency of inhibitors in crude oils. With two measuring stations and a minimal footprint, it is ideal for low-throughput laboratory testing or on-site use in the field, independent of a traditional lab setup.

For over a decade, PSL has set the standard in Cold Finger technology—pioneering methods that allow for multiple measurement intervals per sample and delivering highly precise results with weight-adjusted sleeves.

Now, the proven precision of PSL Cold Finger instruments is available in a mobile format. The mCF2 maintains the same level of comfort, accuracy, and reliability as its larger counterparts, making it the new standard for professionals who need mobility without compromising performance.

Mobile Differential Scale Loop (mDSL)

Faster, Easier, and More Flexible Inspection of Scale Deposits in Pipelines

The mobile Differential Scale Loop (mDSL) is an advanced tube-blocking system designed for on-site analysis of crystalline deposits from aqueous solutions—such as salts, carbonates, sulfates, iron compounds, sugars, and geothermal fluids. No longer confined to the laboratory, the mDSL offers the flexibility to conduct tests directly in the field or at the customer’s location.

Pendant Drop Method

Pendant Drop Method The pendant drop technique determines surface or interfacial tension by analyzing the shape of a drop suspended from a needle. The drop’s curvature results from the balance between gravity and surface/interfacial tension, governed by the Young–Laplace equation. As gravity causes hydrostatic pressure within the drop, the drop elongates into a pear-like shape. This distortion depends on the drop’s weight and the density difference (Δρ) between the two phases. Accurate measurements require the actual drop size, which is obtained by calibrating the image scale. The drop contour is extracted using greyscale video analysis. A shape factor (B) is varied numerically until the theoretical shape fits the observed profile. The interfacial tension is then calculated using Δρ and the optimized B value.

Q-Chain® LCM Gonio

The Q-Chain® LCM is a high-end, 3-angle color measurement device. It features a unique setup where the material is applied to a rotating disc, combined with a specially positioned colorimeter. This configuration enables highly precise measurement of effect colors and materials containing effect pigments.

Q-Chain® LCM Mono

The Q-Chain® LCM Mono is a 1-angle color measuring device designed for precise analysis of solid colors, pigment pastes, and color pigments. It features a rotating roller system that ensures consistent application of material for accurate measurement. Ideal for quality control and formulation tasks, the LCM Mono offers a reliable, user-friendly solution for industries requiring consistent color accuracy in non-effect pigments. Its robust design and focused functionality make it a dependable tool in laboratory and production environments.

Stood-Up Drop Method – Contact Angle and Surface Energy Analysis

We offer precise contact angle and surface energy measurements using the Stood-Up Drop method, performed on advanced optical Drop Shape Analyzers from the KRÜSS DSA series (e.g., DSA25, DSA30, DSA100). This method involves placing a liquid droplet on a solid surface and analyzing the droplet’s profile to determine how well the liquid wets the material. This technique is widely used in coatings, polymers, electronics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and many other materials science and industrial applications. All testing services include a comprehensive report with high-resolution droplet images, calculated parameters, and interpretation tailored to your material and testing objectives.

Washburn Method

The Washburn method measures the contact angle and surface free energy of porous materials like powders and textiles by observing how a liquid is drawn up into the material via capillary action. A glass tube filled with powder is dipped in a test liquid, and the liquid’s mass uptake over time is recorded. Treating the powder as many tiny capillaries, the relationship between mass squared (m2m^2m2) and time (ttt) is linear and described by the Washburn equation: m2=cσcos⁡θηρ×tm^2 = \frac{c \sigma \cos \theta}{\eta \rho} \times tm2=ηρcσcosθ​×t
  • ccc is a capillary constant related to pore size and packing,
  • θ\thetaθ is the contact angle,
  • σ,η,ρ\sigma, \eta, \rhoσ,η,ρ are the liquid’s surface tension, viscosity, and density.
To find ccc, measure with a fully wetting liquid (contact angle 0∘0^\circ0∘), then use this to calculate θ\thetaθ for other liquids. Notes:
  • Powder packing must be consistent since ccc depends on bulk density.
  • Angles above 90° cannot be measured (no wetting). For these, drop shape analysis is used instead.

Wilhelmy Plate Method – Surface and Interfacial Tension Testing

We offer accurate surface and interfacial tension measurements using the Wilhelmy Plate method, conducted on KRÜSS K20 tensiometers. This method involves the immersion of a thin, typically platinum plate into the liquid, where the force due to wetting is precisely measured. It is a well-established, reliable technique suitable for a wide range of liquids. As part of our service, we provide a comprehensive test report detailing all relevant parameters and observations, tailored to the specific requirements of your application.

MOBILE SURFACE ANALYZER (MSA)

KRÜSS MSA measures surface free energy with two liquids, fully automatically and mobile using our new “One-Click SFE” method. The MSA doses two parallel drops with one click, followed by the direct analysis of the contact angles and the derived results of the surface free energy. All steps are automated and happen within a second. The precise measurement and scientific evaluation are performed with a single button click. Thus, measurement errors due to incorrect operation are virtually ruled out.