Zero Carbon Farms run a microgreens salad and herb growing operation in the most unusual of places, in former WWII air raid shelters located 33m below ground in central London. Through their sustainable growing and on-site packaging practices and supply…
So many popular products are made from wood, and the transformation involves a considerable number of processes. One particular element that is common in most wood manufacturing is drying. Drying wood in a wood dry kiln is a crucial stage…
Cheesemaking is the production of cheese by using bacterial culture, enzymes and stabilizers to condense the milk proteins and fat and to preserve the cheese. It is a multi-step process which culminates in the ripening stage; storage in a cool…
Measuring the moisture in oil is essential to the smooth running of many processes. The presence of free moisture can cause corrosion, oxidation or acid formation, which may lead to particle contamination and reduced life of the equipment or compromised…
Monitoring and controlling moisture content is vital for comfort, efficiency and safety across various industries. It is essential to measure humidity accurately for optimal storage and production. A humidity sensor detects, measures and reports moisture and air temperature. To maintain…
It is crucial to maintain quality when 3D metal printing, as environmental conditions directly impact a product’s finish. The critical aspects to control in the printer chamber are gas flow and moisture content which you can monitor with sensors for…
A museum conserves and exhibits historical, artistic, cultural or scientific artifacts. Objects deteriorate over time to a greater or lesser extent dependent upon their composition, the ageing process can be minimised through optimising the display and storage environment. Humidity and…
You may have recently read or heard on the news about the use of CO2 sensors to monitor ventilation levels indoors to enable action to be taken to reduce transmission of covid, improve health and concentration. Increasingly, the likes of…
In simple terms, a gas sensor is a device capable of responding to the presence of gas defined by certain parameters. Detecting gas is based upon the concentration of gas present in the atmosphere changing a property of the sensor’s…
In this article we will discuss how accurate humidity and temperature control ensures salami quality and yield. Quality product results from a tightly controlled and carefully monitored manufacturing process. Although completely uncooked, salami is not raw but is cured and…
When cultivating edible mushrooms, certain climatic conditions must be observed to ensure a maximum yield of the highest quality. From compost preparation through the growth phase to harvesting the mushrooms, it is important to ensure the optimum temperature, humidity and…