Viscometers and Rheometers for On-Line Process Control Applications

When you need the very best in viscosity measurement and control in your production process, you can rely on Brookfield Engineering (USA). For over 80 years Brookfield Engineering has been the world's leading manufacturer of Viscometers and Rheometers for on-line process control applications. When you use a Brookfield Viscometer, you are using the World Standard of viscosity measurement.

For on-line viscosity measurement and control, Brookfield rotational viscometers provide accurate and repeatable data, which correlates to laboratory tests when necessary. On-line Process Control Viscometers include Probe, In-Tank, In-Line and flow through models. Brookfield has been providing viscosity solutions where defined shear rate is required for a broad range of industry processes including; oil and gas, petro chem, lubrications, chemical, adhesives, ceramics,  coatings, auto, food, paint etc. primarily with their laboratory inline TT-100.

The TT-100 In-Line Viscometer is designed to provide years of trouble-free service in closed loop systems which require constant monitoring and associated control of product viscosity. Continuous measurement eliminates need for "Grab" sampling and allows for prediction and constant control of final product properties. The TT-100 will provide you with; Concentric cylinder geometry (Couette type) provides viscosity measurements at defined shear conditions; Defined shear means agreement with Brookfield Laboratory measurements at equivalent shear rates; Constant or variable speed motors available; 4-20 mA output signal provides a variety of display and control capabilities; Capable of a wide range of pressures, temperatures, viscosities, flow and shear rates; Measurement "Zone" is protected from main flow, allowing accurate, repeatable measurement under variable conditions; Mounts in-line supported by connections: Available in 1", 1½", 2", or 4" pipeline connections; sanitary, threaded or flanged; Easy to check and maintain calibration; Can be operated at shear rates of 511 sec-1 as required by the Standards of the American Petroleum Institute (API); Explosion-proof FM and ATEX approved design; 3A approved food grade design STT-100; Variable speed motor; and Computer controlled variable speed viscometer.

The AST-100 is the world's most innovative means of viscosity control. The AST-100 is a versatile instrument that is excellent for customers who are looking for viscosity control (i.e. maintaining the viscosity of the product) in their process more than the measurement of an exact number (ex. 23.5cP). It is easy to install, cleans-in-place, and has no moving parts, so maintenance is minimal. With available options it is suitable for explosion-proof applications or 3A food-grade applications as well. The AST helps save you on time and money while increasing your production with numerous benefits; no moving parts to wear, bind or contact process materials, simple Clean-In-Place design, rugged 316 SS construction, continuous, reliable 4-20 mA output, easy installation, and a digital display.

The new AST Single Station and Multi-Station Viscosity Controllers are designed for use with Brookfield AST-100 Systems to accurately measure and control viscosity, and offer precise, programmable, on/off dosing control, intuitive screen layout, quick selection of setup and menu items, at-a-glance set point and alarm status, displays viscosity in cP, mPa•s, cSt or cup-seconds, current pH value a temperature in °C or °F, viscosity and pH data trending, pH and pump interlock, multi-level password protection, viscosity high/low alarms.