Precision Moisture Meters for Sand & Aggregate: Proven TRIME® Technology
Patented TDR TRIME® Technology
About Our Technology
Patented TRIME® Technology
TRIME® stands for time domain reflectometry with intelligent micro-module elements. Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) is a non-destructive technique used for moisture measurement in materials such as soil, sand and aggregates, and any bulk material. It operates based on the principle that the electrical properties of a material change with its moisture content.
In TDR, a high-frequency electrical pulse is sent into the material and the time it takes for a portion of the pulse to reflect back to the instrument is measured. The time taken for the reflection to occur is proportional to the moisture content in the material. The amount of moisture can be calculated using the known electrical properties of the material and the speed of light.
TDR offers several advantages over other moisture measurement technologies, including:
- High accuracy: TDR provides precise and repeatable moisture measurements with a high level of accuracy, as it takes into account the electrical properties of the material being measured.
- Fast and real-time: TDR allows for fast and real-time moisture measurements, providing immediate results.
- Non-invasive: TDR is a non-destructive method of measuring moisture, making it suitable for use in sensitive environments such as heritage sites or in materials that cannot be damaged.
- Versatile: TDR can be used to measure moisture in a wide range of solid materials, including soil, grain, wood chips, sand, and aggregates.
- Cost-effective: TDR is a cost-effective solution for moisture measurement, especially when compared to other technologies such as infrared thermography or nuclear moisture gauges.
Overall, TDR is a superior choice for moisture measurement in solid materials due to its accuracy, speed, non-invasive nature, versatility, and cost-effectiveness.
Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) to measure sand and aggregate moisture.