Precise material analysis closer to the process
Lisco Analytical offers the Polispec series from ITPhotonics: a range of advanced spectrophotometers for rapid material analysis directly in production, process environments and agriculture.
Where traditional analysis often requires sampling, preparation and laboratory processing, Polispec is developed to move measurement closer to the point where decisions need to be made. This means companies can analyse the chemical and physical composition of materials in seconds, without destroying the sample and without unnecessary interruption of the process.
Polispec can be used to measure water, protein, ash, salt, fat and other composition parameters, depending on the application, material and calibration.
Spectrophotometry for practical use
ITPhotonics is an Italian company specialising in spectrophotometry and applied electronics. The company develops and manufactures Polispec, a series of compact multifunctional spectrophotometers with an industrial design, intended for portable use, laboratory use and direct integration into industrial processes.
The technology is based on the interaction between light and the material being analysed. When light hits a material, parts of the light are reflected or absorbed depending on the material’s chemical bonds and physical structure. These signals can be converted into data used for both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
This makes Polispec relevant in environments where rapid analysis can provide better process control, faster quality control and more consistent production.
From sample bottle to real-time data
In many production environments, manual sampling is still a necessary part of quality work. However, it also has a limitation: it only shows what was true at a specific point in time.
If the raw material varies, the process changes, or the product moves outside the desired range between two samples, the deviation may be detected too late.
With Polispec, analysis can be moved closer to the process. The instruments can be used portably for spot measurements or integrated directly into the production line, where they can provide continuous measurements and real-time data. ITPhotonics describes Polispec as a series for both portable and online measurements of raw matrices and directly in process environments.
This gives companies a better basis for responding quickly, adjusting the process and reducing the risk of faulty production.
Several models for different needs
The Polispec series consists of several models that can be selected according to the measurement task, wavelength range, installation type and material.
The models include:
- Polispec LITE
Compact reflection spectrophotometer with internal illumination system and automatic reference functions - Polispec NIR
Robust NIR spectrophotometer for both manual use and in-process installation - Polispec NIRe
Model for more advanced NIR applications and extended measuring ranges - Polispec VIS-NIT
Compact sensor solution for integration with fibre optics, probes and external light sources
Polispec LITE is developed for both portable use and in-process installation. The model is particularly relevant for analysis of macro elements and is built in anodised aluminium with heat dissipation from the internal illumination system.
Polispec NIR is also designed for both manual use and direct installation in the process. The model is compact, robust and can be configured for different measurement geometries depending on the application.
Non-destructive analysis without sample preparation
One of the key advantages of Polispec is that analysis can be carried out non-destructively. This means the material does not need to be destroyed, dissolved or altered in order to be measured.
This is particularly relevant in production environments where rapid decision-making and minimal process disruption are important. Instead of sending samples away or waiting for laboratory results, operators and quality managers can access measurement data closer to the process.
For companies, this can support:
- Faster quality control
- Better raw material control upon receipt
- Continuous process monitoring
- Less waste and fewer delayed deviations
- More consistent product quality
- A better basis for documentation and optimisation
The technology is relevant for industry, agriculture, food production, chemical applications, research and development.
Software for both portable analysis and process integration
Polispec is not only about the measuring instrument itself. The software is a central part of the solution because data must be collected, processed and used in the specific process.
The Polispec series comes with software solutions for different needs:
- Polidata for portable data collection and analysis
- Poliprocess for process control, continuous measurements, alarms and PLC integration
- CMM and CME for development and standardisation of chemometric models
- SP3 Manager for data management, conversion and real-time analysis
ITPhotonics highlights that Polispec instruments are equipped with software developed for portable, offline and process-integrated applications.
This makes the solution relevant for companies that do not only want to measure, but also use the measurements actively in quality management, process control and continuous optimisation.
Relevant applications in agriculture and industry
Polispec can be used across many different materials and production environments. In agriculture and food production, the technology can be used for analysis of feed, crops, raw materials and processed products. In industrial environments, it can be used for process control, quality verification and material analysis.
The central point is that measurement can be moved closer to reality: the raw material, the production line, the process equipment or the finished product.
For Lisco Analytical’s customers, this means access to a technology that can contribute to faster decisions, more precise process control and better documentation in environments where waiting time and manual analyses are often a limitation.
ITPhotonics at Lisco Analytical
With ITPhotonics Polispec, Lisco Analytical can offer a flexible platform for advanced spectrophotometry, where measurements can be carried out quickly, non-destructively and close to production.
This makes the solution relevant for companies working with materials where composition, moisture, concentration or raw material variation has a direct impact on quality, operation and economy.
Contact Lisco Analytical to learn more about ITPhotonics Polispec and the possibilities for portable or process-integrated spectrophotometry.
