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Fumed Silica, also known as Pyrogenic Silica, consists of microscopic droplets of amorphous silica fused into branched, chainlike, three-dimensional secondary particles. The powder has very low bulk density and large surface area. It is highly versatile and is used in a variety of applications including: 1. Defoamers & Antifoams Defoamers & Antifoams usually contain a suspension of hydro-phobic or hydrophilic precipitated silica in mineral oil, soy-bean oil or in silicone oil. However, precipitated silica has a tendency to settle, which can lead to other issues. Adding fumed silica either completely prevents or significantly reduces this effect. In many defoamers, fumed silica is used as the active silica component instead of precipitated silica. 2. Adsorbent Due to its high specific surface area, fumed silica is able to adsorb gaseous, liquid or solid materials. The substance will preferably adsorb those materials, which are capable of forming hydrogen bond li...

Temperature data loggers are equipment that are used to monitor shipments in a supply chain and to gather temperature data from diverse field conditions. The data loggers are equipped with the best in class sensors which provide results with accuracy levels that rivals that of many higher priced, computer-based data acquisition systems. However, not all data loggers are created equal, and with are so many choices available today, it can be challenging to find the right one for your needs. Here are 5 things you need to know to choose the right temperature data logger for you: 1. Know Your Accuracy Requirements You should know beforehand how accurate you want the data logger to be, no matter what you need to measure. For example, an air conditioner might require +/-1 ⁰ C accuracy whereas monitoring conditions in a research lab require far greater accuracy. Accuracy can vary depending on the type of the data logger, a good understanding of specific accuracy requirements...

Desiccants are compounds or agents, such as Montmorillonite Clay or Silica Gel that are used in facilitating low-humidity environments by adsorbing moisture content from the air. They are typically used in transport, storage, or maintenance of materials and products, desiccants are used to keep everything from gym shoes to military munitions dry. Tips on How to Choose the Right Desiccant For Use What do You Need to Know before Using the Desiccants? Where to Start? 1. Know the Product that You’re Going to Use the Desiccant for 2. Know the Environment 3. Know the Packaging Examples of Desiccants What do You Need to Know before Using the Desiccants? Desiccants are designed to prevent four sources of water contamination in a closed container or package, such as water vapor in the air inside the package, moisture contained in the materials inside the package, moisture in or on the walls of the package and moisture entry into the ...

Precipitated silica, derived from quartz sand, is a crystalline form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide. The substance is used in various industries including rubber and plastics, oral health care, food processing, pharmaceuticals additive, and many more. Here are some of the most common uses of precipitated silica: 1. Rubber: Precipitated silica is used in manufacturing of Tires, Industrial Rubber, Silicone Rubber and Footwear. Tires manufactured using the substance provide a great mileage and enhanced performance of the vehicle. Precipitated silica extends the shelf life for uncured rubber. 2. Food: Precipitated silica is used as an anti-caking agent in the food industry. The substance is also used to optimize the flow characteristics of any food products. The substance also imparts uniformity to irregularly shaped particles and absorbs ambient moisture and oils from food particles. 3. Animal Feed: Precipitated silica used as carriers to convert liquids into fr...

One of the main issues gripping the packaged food industry is the increase of mold in the products. This happens due to the presence of oxygen in the surroundings. One of the best solutions to this problem is oxygen absorbers. The absorbers don’t allow the bacteria to grow in this environment in an effective way than the vacuum packaging and other methods. Use of oxygen absorber packets doesn’t affect the taste of food items or cause any other problems. Here are some tips on how to use oxygen absorbers: 1. Quantity: Not all foods need the same amount of oxygen absorber to keep them fresh. The more dense the product, the less amount of oxygen absorbers they need. Foods like dried pasta and beans require more amounts of oxygen absorbers as compared to packaging grains, flours, and rice. 2. Salt and Sugar: You should not store oxygen absorbers with sugar as it can turn sugar hard as a brick. Salt is a preserver itself and doesn’t require oxygen absorber to preserve it. Salt c...

Calcium propionate (Ca (C2H5COO) 2 ), is formulated by neutralizing propionic acid with calcium hydroxide. It is used as a preservative in bread and other baked goods. It is an anti-microbial agent commonly used in bread. It is effective in preventing mould growth and helps extend the shelf life of edible items. Apart from these common uses, Calcium Propionate is also used for other purposes including: 1. Pharmaceutical: Calcium Propionate is used as an anti-microbial agent in Pharmaceutical products. It can also be used to improve patient’s health by inhibiting the growth of fungi and preventing the mould growth. 2. Animal Feed: To prevent the growth of mould and other microorganisms in them, calcium propionate is added animal feeds. It is also added to cow feed to prevent milk fever and provide extra calcium to cattle. 3. Cosmetics: Calcium propionate is used to prevent and thus protect cosmetic products from spoilage. It is also used to control the pH of cosmetics ...

Water can cause major issues in various industries especially electronics and packaged food industries. It can cause failures in electronic devices and destroy packaged foods as well. That’s why there is an increased needs for substances which can absorb water in their vicinity. One such kind of substances is desiccants. Desiccants are chemical substances that sustain a state of dryness by absorbing water from surroundings. Some of the most commonly used desiccants include activated alumina, molecular sieve, Benzophenone, Calcium chloride, Calcium oxide, Magnesium sulfate, Potassium carbonate, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium chlorate, Sodium chloride, etc. Here are some common applications of desiccants: 1. Water Treatment: Many desiccants especially activated alumina are considered as the best and cost effective water treatment solutions available in the market. The desiccants are used in the removal of arsenic and fluoride from drinking water. 2. Desiccant Air Dryers: Desicca...

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Moisture has been one of the major causes of degradation and reduced shelf life for goods, ranging from food and agricultural products to machinery and equipment. Whether it’s a truck carrying fresh food items or a shipping container filled with machines and equipment, all products share common threat of moisture during transport. In general, all containers contain moisture from the time of loading, which moves in and out during transportation, resulting in substantial losses. From operational costs to brand reputation, moisture can have direct impact on your profitability. There are experts who say that this issue can be resolved by performing moisture analysis tests at various points of production, right from the intake of raw materials to the end product. But, major losses occur during transportation. There are a lot of methods that are used to reduce moisture damage in packaging, but Humidity Indicator Cards are the most effective ones. Humidity indicator cards efficient...

Industries that use temperature monitoring data system mostly produce products that are vulnerable to temperature fluctuations and require constant temperature during manufacturing. Further, there are some products, such as medicines and perishable food items that require temperature monitoring devices, throughout manufacturing to delivery, for ensuring their shelf life.   Not only this, temperature data loggers are also widely used by service technicians, and engineers responsible for monitoring indoor environmental conditions, evaluating HVAC/R (Heating/Ventilation/, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration) systems, and many more purposes. Temperature data loggers are the important tools for research scientists, ecologists, and hydrologists who need to continuously monitor soil, air, and water temperature without having to be onsite. Thereby, the importance of temperature data logger can’t be overlooked at any cost. Nowadays, temperature data loggers are available in a varied t...