Antom Technologies
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Ionode
Discontinuous Flow Analyzer for Automated Chemical Analysis.
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The instrument is
fully automated, and includes an integrated sample changer and interchangeable
mixer/detector modules. An indication of the compact size may be obtained
by comparison with the notebook computer used to operate the instrument.
With the sample changer removed, the instrument may be used for on-line
process control analysis. The instrument as shown was outfitted for acid-base
titrimetry, using an optical indicator and a photometric mixer/detector
module. Speed of analysis was 180 determinations per hour, although other
titration applications at speeds up to 720 determinations per hour have
been reported. Photometric, pH, ISE, conductometric and thermometric sensors
have been developed, as well as a turbine mixer and a patented electromagnetic
reed mixer. Multiple analytical methodologies including titrimetry,
photometry and potentiometry can be run on the same instrument. It
is ideal for on-line analysis of industrial process streams, as well as
in the natural environment. The
technology is covered by a network of patents.
Discontinuous
Flow Analysis (DFA) is superior to other flow injection analysis technologies
such as Flow Injection Analysis (FIA) and Air Segmented Flow Analysis (ASFA).
DFA can offer auto-calibration of AAS and ICP spectrometers, as well as
ISE's (before or after every sample if required), essentially without loss
of analytical productivity. DFA also offers auto-diagnostic capabilities,
in that the internal consistency of measurement can be assessed in real
time. This addresses the core of analytical quality control objectives.
More on-line information
on DFA may be found at the dedicated
DFA website established by Latrobe University.
Inquiries concerning
DFA are welcomed, especially companies interested in realising the excellent
commercial opportunities offered by this unique technology.
Contacts for DFA:
Ionode Pty Ltd
PO Box 52, Holland
Park, Qld 4121
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: +61
7 3848 1660
Facsimile:
+61 7 3848 1428
e-mail:
sales@ionode.com.au |
Antom Technologies
Pty Ltd
15 Tarpon Street,
The Gap, Qld 4061
AUSTRALIA
Telephone &
Facsimile: +61 7 3300 2614
e-mail:
antom@globec.com.au |
