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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 […]
Spectrophotometric Testing of Site-Mixed Cement Color Ensures Accuracy and Predictability
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Today, cement offers extraordinary possibilities for modern, beautiful, and durable designs. Image Source: Unsplash user Todd Quackenbush Construction contractors often choose to mix cement on-site as it allows them to gain a better end result for a lower overall cost. However, this can pose significant challenges for manufacturers of such mixes, particularly when it comes […]
Using Spectrophotometers To Develop Multifaceted Colors in Duochrome Cosmetics
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Duochrome cosmetics are helping consumers create dramatic new looks. Image Source: Unsplash user Bernard Osei Duochrome may sound like something one would find in the automotive industry, but in recent years, it’s made its way into makeup bags around the world. Duochrome refers to a type of color changing makeup that doesn’t actually change color. […]
Analyzing the Color of Scarce and Expensive Pharmaceutical Materials via Small Sample Testing
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Many pharmaceutical companies choose to test small sample sizes when the cost of the product is especially high. Image Source: Shutterstock user Iryna Imago In an ideal world, drug manufacturers could test large batches of any material for color consistency and quality. However, this isn’t a reality for many pharmaceutical companies. Often, the active ingredients […]
Using Spectrophotometers to Eliminate Variations in Right-First-Time Yarn Manufacturing
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A renewed interest in knitting has ushered in an increase in demand for yarn. Image Source: Shutterstock user Studio ART Knitting, once imagined to be a pastime solely for older generations, is undergoing something of a renaissance. Driven by YouTube, Etsy, and lifestyle bloggers, young people are increasingly learning how to knit, creating everything from […]
The Benefits of Simulating Daylight Using UV Control
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UV control allows you to test the color of your products as they are seen under daylight conditions. Image Source: Unsplash user Breather Have you ever noticed that printer paper appears even more brilliantly white when you view it outside in the direct sunlight than it does inside under the the warm glow of an […]
The Benefits of Portable Spectrophotometers for Eliminating Production Line Waste
Posted on by Ken Phillips
Production uniformity is necessary for everything from low-cost products to high-end items. Image Source: Shutterstock user Dukesn The key to eliminating mistakes in any process is eliminating unnecessary steps in the process. This is one of the principles of Kaizen business practices, one of the cornerstones of the Six Sigma approach to manufacturing.1 Designed to […]
Using Spectrophotometers in the Development of Microblading Inks
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Microblading gives thin brows more definition. Image Source: Unsplash user Soroush Karimi Avid tweezing was once all the rage in the 90s and early 2000s. Today, however, fuller eyebrows have come back into style and given birth to a new trend; microblading. Whether it’s aging, long-term hair removal. or simple genetics, some now find their […]