KUSTA-QC
The KUSTA-QC is a high-speed hyperspectral imaging system designed for automated analysis and identification of plastic and WEEE flakes. The system uses advanced NIR spectroscopy to provide a detailed breakdown of material composition, ensuring thorough quality monitoring for recycling streams.
Technical Features
- Pushbroom Imaging Technology: Images the measuring area onto an entrance slit to maintain spatial integrity across the sample.
- Broad Spectral Range: Covers a spectral range from 1.3 µm to 1.9 µm, specifically for precise plastic identification.
- Versatile Measurement Setup: Supports various background configurations, such as black or white PTFE foils, to optimise contrast for different flake types.
- Precision Resolution: Delivers a spatial resolution of approximately 2.7 mm x 5.4 mm for flakes ranging from 2 mm to 12 mm in size.
Key Benefits
Advanced Material Identification: Accurately differentiates between various polymers, including PET, PVC, PE, PP, PS, ABS and many more, with pre-configured application routines.
High-Speed Processing: Supports a maximum framerate of 570 Hz, allowing gapless detection at belt speeds up to 25 m/s.
Objective Data Acquisition: The system records both the exact location and the unique chemical fingerprint of every single spot it measures.
Automated Quality Control: Features “Adapted Statistics” that allow for customised “Pass/Fail” evaluation based on user-defined material groups and limits.
Non-Contact Analysis: Performs rapid, non-destructive evaluation without requiring any sample preparation.
KUSTA-QC Components
- (1) KUSTA 1.9 Hyperspectral Camera
- (2) Mounting Bridge
- (3) Illumination Unit
- (4) Touchscreen Interface
- (5) Vibrational Feeder
- (6) PTFE Conveyor Belt with driver system
- (7) Control Cabinet including Industrial PC
- (8) Collecting Tray
- (9) System Frame with lockable wheels
Supported Materials
PE / PP / PET
PS / PA / PVC
PPE + SB
ABS / PC / PMMA
POM / PUR / EPDM
PS + TBBA (ep)
PC + ABS
PVC + ABS
ABS + TBBA (ep)
Specification
Wavelength range
1.32 – 1.9 nm
Minimum detection size
2 mm
Precision accuracy
99.5%
Distortion
no Keystone or Smile effect
Field of View (FOV)
450 mm
Illumination unit
Double-sided halogen-based source
Protection level
IP67-sealed camera and illumination
Downloads
For more information on the KUSTA-QC System, please download the brochure resource.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can the KUSTA-QC analyse samples?
It operates at a frame rate of 570 Hz, allowing it to analyse samples moving at speeds from 0,5 m/c to 1,25 m/c
What types of polymers can the KUSTA-QC identify?
PVC, PP, ABS, PMMA, PC, PS, PET, PBT, PE, PA, PUR, POM, and Silicone.
Blends: PC+ABS, PVC+ABS, and ABS+TBBA, as well as materials like paper/wood and EPDM.
How does hyperspectral imaging differ from standard NIR sensors?
Standard sensors only provide point measurements, whereas our hyperspectral system uses a line-scan camera that captures both spectral and spatial information from adjacent pixels along a line.
Can the KUSTA-QC differentiate between PE and PVC in a single scan?
Yes, it can differentiate between PE and PVC in a single scan, along with other technical polymers.
What is the minimum flake size the system can detect?
2 mm
What spectral range does the KUSTA-QC cover?
1.32 to 1.9 nm
Can the system identify clear or transparent flakes?
Yes, the system’s illumination unit is specifically designed to handle semi-transparent and only partly reflecting materials, in addition to non-transparent materials.
Is the system suitable for in-line integration?
The KUSTA QC is a complete solution for at-line quality control and process development. For in-line integration, check our KUSTA-System.
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