The Asia Nonwovens Exhibitions (ANEX) 2021 is held at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center from July 22-24, 2021. Palas®, the expert of filtration efficiency test from Germany, showcased a variety of products at booth 1J10. Linus Wang, Sales Unit Manager Industry & Science at Palas® China, gave a keynote speech on “ISO 29463-3 and ISO 16890 Media Testing Solutions – Palas® MFP Series Filter Tester”. At the exhibition, Palas® focused on a big variety of products. Visitors could get detailed information about: MFP 3000 series filtration media tester, MFP Nano plus 4000 filtration media tester, PMFT System for Respiratory Mask Testing, SMPS Scanning Mobility Particle Size Spectrometer, Promo® 3000 Aerosol Spectrometer for Particle, AGK 2000 Particle generators for suspensions, solutions and biological agent particle generator and Oil Generator PLG 1000. The booth attracted the attention of many audiences and industry experts.
Nonwoven filter testing to safeguard daily needs
In recent years, the production of nonwoven materials in Asia has grown rapidly. The market size has expanded, and the epidemic has created further demand for filter media. As a platform for technical exchange and business negotiations, ANEX covers the entire nonwoven materials industry chain for R&D, production, purchasing and management personnel.
With the recurrence of the pandemic, people have become inseparable from the protection of masks in their daily lives. As the core material of a high-quality mask, melt-blown nonwovens are attracting public attention. As a result, higher demands are placed on their filtration performance. Palas®, the expert of filtration efficiency testing, responded positively by bringing a range of products and equipment to the show to discuss emerging technologies with industry experts.
Palas® Advanced Technology Supports Filter Media Efficiency Testing
During the exhibitor technical presentations, Palas® shared the knowledge on testing standards for nonwoven materials to a large audience.
In the afternoon of July 22nd, Linus Wang, Sales Manager of Palas®, gave a keynote speech. The topic is “ISO 29463-3 and ISO 16890 filter media testing solutions – Palas® MFP Series Filter Tester”. In his presentation, Linus highlighted the superior performance and reliable test results of the Palas® instruments. With data attached, Linus introduced the accurate measurement performance of the Palas® MFP 3000 G filtration media tester and the Palas® MFP Nano plus 4000 filtration media tester under ISO 29463-3 and ISO 16890 standards. He also explained in depth how Palas® provides strong technical support for the field of filtration media testing in China and abroad.
With the MFP 3000 G the user benefits from a high-performance and flexible solution for measurement of fractional separation efficiency and dust loading in high and low Aerosol concentrations. The pre-programmed measurement routines with defined test parameters allow producible international comparison of test results. Palas® MFP 4000 has two Promo® aerosol spectrometers for concurrent determination of separation efficiency. The MFP 4000 had an integrated mass flow controller for volume flow control.
Professional instruments, live appearance
In addition to the products shared in the presentation, Palas® had a variety of products on display at the booth, including: SMPS Scanning Mobility Particle Size Spectrometer, Promo 3000 Aerosol Spectrometer for Particle, AGK 2000 Particle generators for suspensions, solutions and biological agent particle generator and Oil Generator PLG 1000.
SMPS Scanning Mobility Particle Size Spectrometer
Palas® SMPS Universal Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer is an advanced nanoparticle measurement system for measuring aerosol particle size distribution from 4nm to 1200nm. Not only does it provide accurate and reliable particle size analysis and counting capabilities, but also up to 256 raw channels enable high particle size resolution.
Advantages：
·    Particle size distributions from 4 nm to 1.2 µm
·    Continuous and fast-scanning principle of measurement
·    High resolution in up to 128 size channels/decimal
·    Suitable for concentrations of up to 108 particles/cm3
·    Universally connects to DMAs and nanoparticle counters from other manufacturers
·    Graphic display of measurement values
·    Intuitive operation using 7″ touchscreen and GUI
·    Integrated data logger
·    Supports multiple interfaces and remote access
·    Low maintenance
·    Reliable function
·    Reduces your operating expenses
Applications:
·    Filter test
·    Aerosol research
·    Environmental and climatic studies
·    Inhalation experiments
·    Interior and workplace measurements
Promo® 3000 Aerosol Spectrometer for Particle
The Promo® series is an aerosol particle size spectrometer for measuring particle number concentration and particle size distribution information, and can be equipped with all Welas® sensors. The Promo® 3000 is known for up to 128 size channels per measurement range.
Advantages：
·    Measuring range of 0.2 to 100 µm (4 measuring ranges selectable in one device)
·    Up to 128 size channels per decimal
·    Concentration range of 1 particle/cm3 to 106 particles/cm3
·    Calibration curves for different refractive indices
·    External control by RS 232 or Ethernet
·    Low maintenance
·    Reliable function
Applications:
·    Emission monitoring of installations
·    Control of grinding and classification processes
·    Monitoring of production processes in the food, pharmaceuticals and chemicals industries
·    Testing of complete filters, inertial and wet separators or electrostatic precipitators
AGK 2000 Particle generators for suspensions, solutions and biological agent particle generator and Oil Generator PLG 1000.
The AGK 2000 suspension, solution and biologics particle generator allows for repeatable adjustment of the particle size spectrum in the range of approximately 5 nm to 15 µm depending on the concentration of the solution. The AGK 2000 can be used for straight or curved column drying with optional pressure resistance up to 10 bar. The PLG 1000 oil mist aerosol generator is a cold fogger for air-conditioned rooms. The mass flow rate is adjusted using the volumetric flow rate through the nozzle. The volumetric flow rate is controlled by a pressure regulator and a manometer on the device.
AGK 2000 Particle generators for suspensions, solutions and biological agent particle generator
Advantages：
·    Excellent short-term and long-term dosing constancy
·    Wide adjustable particle size range
·    Easy filling of the reservoir
·    Large reservoir (500 cm3)
·    Robust design, proven in industrial applications
·    Easy to operate
·    Reliable function, high reproducibility
·    Little maintenance required
·    Reduces your operating costs
Applications:
·    Filter industry:
·    Car interior filters
·    ASHRAE room air filters
·    Engine air filters
·    Respiratory filters
·    Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
·    Generation of tracer particles
·    Flow visualization
·    Aerosol research
Oil Generator PLG 1000
Advantages：
·    Excellent short-term and long-term dosing constancy
·    Best reproducibility with respect to particle size distribution and particle concentration
·    Large mass volume range (very low and very high)
·    Robust design (optionally resistant against chemically aggressive liquids)
·    Compact and light
·    Easy to operate, proven in industrial applications
·    Reliable function
·    Low maintenance
Applications:
·    Filter industry/oil separators
·    Determination of separation efficiency
·    Determination of fractional separation efficiency
·    Loading test – HEPA/ULPA filters
·    Test of cooling lubricant separators
·    Comparison of particle measurement devices
·    Tracer particles
·    Flow visualization