IMKO TRIME-GW

* direct measurement of moisture in the material
* continuous data logging of the moisture level
* optimum and precise process control throughout all cycles
* lower product value losses as the result of over or under-drying
* save in heating costs and power consumption

With TRIME®-GW you can directly control the product moisture even during the drying process without taking any samples. Problematic, indirect measuring techniques, such as via extracted air or temperature, are now things of the past. TRIME®-GW directly measures the water content of the product being dried regardless of the grade, temperature or mineral content of the goods being measured. That way, you can continuously monitor the water content of the goods being dried and optimise the process control.

Whether it’s a continuous/roof dryer, float dryer, feed-and-turn drier or a belt dryer – TRIME®-GW with rod, surface or wedge probes is your inspection window for every dryer. Thanks to the trouble-free connection to the programmable logic controller (PLC) or the limiting value switch, it is possible to have an automatic operation free of any problems.

The TRIME® probe series offers optimal probe designs for many different applications. Every probe also has an integrated temperature sensor, thus offering the option of measuring material temperature.

GR PROBE
The standard GR probe can be installed up to a depth of 150 mm directly in the grain dryer’s wall. At temperatures of up to 127°C and a measuring volume of approximately 2 liters, the GR probe offers optimal conditions for all materials that can be easily poured. With the temperature sensor attached to the tip of the rod, you can easily measure the correct temperature directly in the goods. The body of the probe is made of temperature-stable PEEK plastic which has been approved for use with food products. It thus guarantees the trouble-free operation of the moisture probe under the most extreme environmental conditions.

WS2 and WS3 PROBES
Due to their wedge-shaped designs, the WS2 and WS3 probes can be inserted directly into the material to be measured without any significant compaction occurring. The wedge-shaped probe can be used wherever medium-to-high moisture levels or high conductivity and high mineral contents are expected in the materials being measured. For instance, in malt houses and malt-extracting plants. With the WS3 probe, moisture levels of up to 70% can be detected.

GS1 and GS2 SURFACE PROBES
The GS1 and GS2 surface probes are especially suitable for applications in which an optimal flow of material has to be guaranteed, and where rods could have a negative influence. The dripping property of the goods being measured (e.g., flour, middlings, wood shavings, etc.) is unaffected by the surface probes. The large measuring volume of the GS1 guarantees precise measuring results, even with goods that are very difficult to measure, such as wood shavings with a density of < 0,2 g/cm3. Belt dryers constitute another area in which the surface probe is widely used.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply: 9V..36V DC

Power: 150mA@24V DC respectively 250mA@12V DC

Measuring range: Probe GR, WS2, GS1 & GS2 0..45% gravimetric, based on wet mass
Probe WS3 0..70% gravimetric, based on wet mass

Repeating accuracy: +/- 0,3%

Transducer temperature range: -10°C..60°C advanced temperature range on request.

Probe temperature range: 0..127°C; short-time up to 150°C

Measurement interval: constant mean calculation over adjustable period (20s to 20min)

Interface: IMP232 MICRONET or RS232/V24

Analog output: 0 or 4..20mA = 0 .. 100% grav. moisture (max. working resistance: 300 W)

Probe cable-length: standard 2.5m

Case: weatherproof, robust aluminium diecast IP65

Probe body: waterproof sealed PEEK IP68