TUBE NEWS TN December 2017 | Page 19

The EcoMet 30 family of grinder-polishers from Buehler includes manual or semiautomatic, single or twin
versions. These machines reduce labor and enhance productivity for routine sample preparation tasks
– without compromising the consistency and quality of results. © ITW Test & Measurement GmbH
In the case of the semiautomatic models, this
function is provided by the machine head, which is
equipped with a separate drive unit. Loaded with up
to four round samples with diameters of 25, 30 or
40 mm, its contra-rotating sample holder rotates at
a speed of 30 to 200 rpm.
Matthias Pascher, Product Manager Hardness
& Image Analysis at Buehler said: “The name
EcoMet 30 stands for maximum dependability and
time savings in grinding and polishing processes. In
the Auto versions, for example, the sample holder
is extremely easy to install and remove. Combined
with the swing-out head, this saves a lot of time
when handling the samples between the different
preparation steps. All models allow easy removal of
the platen, which is very useful for deep-cleaning to
avoid cross-contamination, as is the straight drain
system. With these user-friendly features, and above
all, with the optional intuitive touch-screen user
interface, the systems from the EcoMet 30 family
make a valuable contribution towards increasing
sample throughput and thus enhancing productivity
in a test laboratory.”
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