The “Drying 4.0” Revolution Begins with Moisture Meter™ by Moretto

16.01.2017

Massanzago, Italy based Moretto S.p.A. recently announced at the K 2016 trade fair in
Düsseldorf, Germany that their patented Moisture Meter device is now globally available
for purchase.

Moisture Meter forms the final part of the “Drying 4.0” project started by Moretto to
create a true closed-loop and precise drying system capable of automatically adapting
to changing conditions and optimizing energy consumption. The Moisture Meter project
is the culmination of a nearly decades long research and development project
conducted by Moretto to revolutionize how companies approach drying for precision
and technical applications.
This project represents the cap-stone in Moretto’s continuing quest to meet the
requirements laid out by the larger Industry 4.0 initiative. At its core, Moisture Meter is a
system of instruments for the detection of the residual moisture content of resin after
being treated and before the transformation phase. The system is being targeted for
technical applications where precision in confirming the residual moisture content of the
production resin is paramount. It is the only device on the market today that is able to
provide customers:

- In-line process
- Real-time control
- Certified resin production quality
-Optimized energy consumption

Moisture Meter utilizes patented Moretto “Power Peak” technology which allows the
system to read the real-time moisture content of both untreated and treated virgin
resins.
Moisture Meter is comprised of two components:
• BOX = The primary detection instrument, typically mounted on the injection
molding machine and under a drying hopper. This unit measures the residual
moisture content of the resin after being treated.
• MDC = A mountable control interface that allows for control of up to six (6)
Moisture Meter devices.
When installed, Moisture Meter is immediately able to provide customers process
verification, early warning detection, and certified resin quality. While typically machine
mounted under the drying hopper, a variety of additional installation options are also
available including both portable and mezzanine mounted configurations.
For customers looking for a complete closed-loop drying solution Moretto also offers the
Moisture Meter Plus, which integrates an optional CROWN accessory. The CROWN unit is
mounted on the top of the drying hopper and measures the entering moisture content