HWM-1800
Free Release Monitor
Features
- Fully Automated Measuring Process for Very High Throughput
- Fixing Points for Standard Containers on the Conveyor Allow Fast and Easy Loading and Unloading of Different Items
- Reduced Dead Zones: > 70% Coverage (Inner Chamber to Detector Size)
- Intuitive Operating Software that is Easy to Use
- Export of Measurement and Parameter Data in XML Format via USB
- Energy Filter Settings to Track Measurement Result Compared to Nuclide Vector Information
- Access to Previous Measurement Data via Integrated Database
- Access to Ludlum Test Tool Software for Detector Analysis
Free Release Monitor for Gamma Detection in Large Items and Containers
The HWM-1800 offers clearance capacity in real industrial dimensions, for measuring goods of up to 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) and a chamber of more than 1,800 L (63.5 ft3).
The standard unit is equipped with the following features:
- 24 gamma plastic detectors for complete 4π coverage
- 50 mm (2 in.) lead shielding
- Built-in weigh scale for up to 1,000 kg (2,200 lb)
- Powder-coated steel frame with easy to clean stainless steel lining inside and outside
- Electrically driven double-wing doors including safety devices to protect people accessing the moving door area
- Electrically driven chain-conveyor with jigs to fix standard grid-boxes and barrels
- Stand-alone control terminal including touch-screen display, PC, and keyboard
- Fully automated measuring process with user guidance
- MCEA – Multichannel Energy Analysis
- Spectrum Comparison Module – Checks if there are different energy spectra at different locations within the material being measured
- Network capability for remote monitoring and supervision
- Integrated UPS to protect controllers and electronics
The HWM-1800 provides fast and reliable detection of gamma radiation on a very large scale. Equipped with the latest measuring electronics and a built-in maintenance module, the system can be optimized to ensure consistent peak performance.
Specifications
| Standards | The monitor is compliant with the following standards: CE, CSA / UL or EMC, ISO11929 |
|---|---|
| Detectors | 24x gamma plastic detectors Detector volume: > 319 L (11.3 ft3) Direct connection of each detector to the PC via USB |
| User Software | Intuitive operator software with touch screen display, fully automated measurement process with user guidance, indications of results and measurement material position on the display. Web based for RPO remote access. |
| Electronics | Integrated illumination in the chamber, status-LED, interlock-relays with interface to external units |
| Housing | Steel frame with stainless steel lining, electrically driven front-door incl. area-safety control, electrically driven chain-conveyor |
| Ext. Dimensions (H x W x D) |
2,223 x 1,913 x 1,765 mm (87.5 x 75.3 x 69.5 in.), without conveyor |
| Chamber Volume (H x W x D) |
1,210 x 1,120 x 1,380 mm (47.6 x 44.1 x 54.3 in.) 1,870 L (66 ft3) |
| Shielding | Standard: 50 mm (2 in.) lead Option: 75 mm (3 in.) lead |
| Sensors | Door-sensors, surrounding area scanner, integrated weigh scale |
| Weight | Standard: approx. 11,500 kg (25,350 lb) With 75 mm lead: 15,500 kg (34,170 lb) |
| Power Supply | 230 V / 16 A / N / PE Uninterruptable power supply (UPS) to bridge loss of mains electrical power for controllers and electronics |