With the new Application Note No. 67, HERZOG presents an innovative method for real-time condition monitoring in the HP-MCSA mortar crusher. In many laboratories, crushing cycles are run for fixed times. This often results in unnecessary machine runtime when samples are completed early or carries the risk of insufficient fineness when additional time is needed.
The new approach uses a 3D accelerometer to precisely capture the phases of the crushing process – from filling and maximum load to complete emptying. The system automatically detects when the target fineness has been achieved and only terminates the cycle once a stable return to the baseline state has been confirmed. This ensures consistently high quality while eliminating the risk of oversize particles.
At the same time, the dynamic adjustment of cycle duration significantly improves efficiency. Short runs end earlier, reducing energy consumption and wear, while more demanding samples are given the necessary time to reach full comminution – without operator intervention. This leads to better utilization of the equipment and predictable turnaround times in the laboratory.
Another key advantage is full transparency. All phases, thresholds, and decisions are documented in PrepMaster Analytics and are available for internal and external audits as well as for continuous process improvement. Thanks to seamless integration into existing PLC/SCADA infrastructures, the system provides laboratories with a reliable and future-proof solution for modern sample preparation.
Read Application Note No. 67 now and discover how the HP-MCSA uses real-time condition monitoring to deliver higher efficiency, process reliability, and consistently high sample quality.
