ROBESONIA, PA — Leading brand measurement of data logging systems Reading Thermal announced the release of the SCORPION 2 Digital Air Velocity Sensor Array, which improves accuracy, expanded temperature performance and extended battery life.
The machine conveys a precise picture of the airflow inside of an oven dryer or cooling tunnel, from side-to-side and end-to-end. With this new accurate and consistent sensor, snack manufacturers are able to monitor and maintain product quality
“Our new Digital Air Velocity Sensor sets the industry benchmark for accuracy, consistency and repeatability,” said Andrew Rosenthal, general manager of Reading Thermal. “Using the latest digital technology means better response times, higher accuracy, wider operating conditions and extended battery life — giving bakers the best equipment for maximizing oven performance.”
This sensor utilizes the latest thin-film platinum RTD chips to reduce sensor-to-sensor variation and maximize consistency and repeatability. With the RTD chips, there is a 37% improvement in response times compared to previous elements. A 91% improvement for battery life is also seen when connected collection data from a 1.2m Air Velocity Array thanks to the redesigned circuitry. Additionally, combination of the dedicated 24-bit A-D converters and Smart Temperature Compensation featured in the sensor can lead to a 36% increase in accuracy at 300°F in contrast to other air velocity sensors.
The new Digital Air Velocity Sensor Array will be displayed at the International Baking Industry Exposition this September at the Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) Booth #3425. This solution is also available for testing at the RBS Science & Innovation Center.
