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Smart Spectrophotometers Help the Coffee Industry Increase Accuracy of Color Measurements
Posted on by Ken Phillips
A smart spectrophotometer can measure the color of hundreds of coffee beans simultaneously. Image Source: Unsplash user Jason Wong The United States is home to some of the most avid coffee drinkers in the world. About 64 percent of adults in the U.S. say that they drink at least one cup of coffee every single […]
Grey Change and Grey Stain Scales Help the Textile Industry Create Durable Colors
Posted on by Ken Phillips
The Grey Change scale can help detect the amount of fading that occurs in different textiles after they’re washed. Image Source: Max Pixel A homeowner decided to wash a set of red living room curtains for the very first time, carefully following the cleaning instructions listed on the label. He avoided bleach products and washed […]
Using Spectrophotometric Color Measurement to Optimize Quality and Efficiency in Rice Production
Posted on by Ken Phillips
With growing cost of rice production, quality control is becoming more important than ever to improve yields and optimize efficiency. Image Source: Shutterstock user WR.SISI There are about 482 million metric tons of rice produced globally every year and even relatively small farms typically have high output.1 The average rice farm contains about 600 acres […]
Analyzing the Color of Transformer Oil Using Spectrophotometric Instrumentation
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The color and clarity of transformer oil can tell electrical engineers a great deal about the oil’s age and quality. Image Source: Shutterstock user ifong An engineer working for a power utility company is asked to check whether the electrical transformers in the field are working properly. Rather than looking closely at the transformers’ hardware […]
Spectrophotometers Ensure Efficacy of UV Sensor Products to Protect Consumers From the Sun
Posted on by Ken Phillips
UV sensors are offering consumers an innovative and simple way of protecting their health. Image Source: Unsplash user Giammarco Boscaro Photochromic color change—where a product changes color due to UV exposure—isn’t just a novelty as seen in products like color changing t-shirts or cosmetics. A growing number of companies are harnessing the power of photochromic […]
When Is Sample Averaging Appropriate in Color Measurement?
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Carpet samples can be challenging to measure because the texture may make the product appear lighter or darker than it really is. Averaging your sample measurements can help you overcome this challenge. Image Source: Shutterstock user Alena Ozerova Some textiles are more difficult to test for color consistency than others. A textile manufacturer can easily […]
Spectrophotometers Can Ensure Color Quality in High-End Oil Paint Manufacturing
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Artists seeking out high-quality oil paints are driven by a desire for consistent, predictable results. Image source: BigStock user Art-World When artists are seeking out a new color to put on a canvas, they tend to gravitate towards machine mixed paint from manufacturers they trust. While in many cases, handmade items are in high demand, […]
How to Avoid Metamerism in Color-Coordinated Household Appliances
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Interior designers typically match the color of kitchen appliances in order to make a kitchen appear more cohesive. Image Source: Pixnio A few years ago, an appliance manufacturer sent out a shipment of color-coordinated washers and dryers to a major retailer. But when the shipment of products arrived, the retailer noticed a serious problem: the […]
How to Accurately Analyze Carpet Color Using the UltraScan VIS Spectrophotometer
Posted on by Ken Phillips
The Ultra-Scan VIS can accurately measure carpet color because it takes texture into account. Image source: Pixabay user Frantisek_Krejci A hotel chain has hired an interior designer to replace the old carpet design in every guestroom with something that looks more sleek and modern. After sifting through a number of swatches, the designer finds the […]
Car Paint Color Matching After An Accident Using A Spectrophotometer
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Being able to match a vehicle color perfectly is the mark of a high-end auto body repair shop. Image Source: Unsplash user Josh Rinard When a consumer turns to a body shop for car repairs after a crash, their goal is to get their vehicle back in the best condition possible. Ideally, they want it […]
Using the Gardner Scale to Enhance Quality and Create Color Consistency in Edible Oils
Posted on by Ken Phillips
The Gardner color scale is frequently used to measure color consistency in naturally yellow products, such as olive oil. Image Source: Unplash user Joanna Kosinska To a gourmet chef, a fine bottle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil is a thing of beauty. Many of these high-end oils are deep gold in color, with an […]