ABB MB-Rx in-situ Reaction Monitor

ABB has introduced the MB-Rx in-situ Reaction Monitor for research laboratories and pilot plants in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries.

The plug-and-play device is designed around the concepts of analytical performance, reliability and simplicity. This robust analyser provides real-time insight into chemical reaction dynamics. Key parameters - such as kinetics over different phases, reagent consumption and the synthesis of products and by-products - can be assessed in real time.

The product features a rugged Hastelloy ATR probe and an intuitive software interface that also allows for rapid set-up of experiment templates. The analyser’s compact footprint allows it to fit inside crowded fume hoods, providing convenient access to reactors.

Permanently aligned optics and a light source with an average lifespan of 10 years make the product virtually maintenance-free. In addition, it does not use hygroscopic optics or a cryogenic detector, thus eliminating the need for optical purging, desiccant cartridges, liquid nitrogen or Stirling coolers.