X-Rite-Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals Industries
Colour solutions for the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals Industries
VS450 Non-contact spectrophotometer with gloss sensor
Cosmetic Applications
Cosmetic products range in material from powders to pastes, all of which are difficult to measure with traditional contact based Instruments. Sample presentation methods such as glass barriers often distort the appearance of the material. VS450 eliminates this surface distortion with its unique ability to measure without contact, yielding truer results more representative of what the eye sees.
Special ‘Non-contact I-View’:
This makes it possible to measure foundation creams, nail varnishes, powders, lipsticks, monochromes and other pasty or mass care products directly. The spoons can be manufactured at different depths, with white or black bases as the user chooses.
The principle is as follows:
1. A spoon is filled with the product concerned and is leveled with a spatula.
2. The spoon can then be placed in the I-View support.
3. Once positioned, acquisition can then take place in very good conditions for reproducibility.
Product Features:
• Non-contact colour measurement allows sample measurements from a distance, eliminating surface distortion caused by contact based measurement methods
• Full system LED illumination provides years of reliable performance
• Line of SightTM visibility to the sample enables technicians to quickly and easily position the sample for measurement
• Active Visual TargetingTM projects a prominent illuminated target ring onto the sample for precise and accurate measurements
• Dual measurement spot sizes, 6mm (1/4”) and 12mm (1/2”) which can quickly and easily be switched without the need to recalibrate
• Integrated gloss sensor provides 60° correlated gloss values
• Versatile design improves measurement capabilities on two and three dimensional objects
• Best in class colour accuracy and repeatability
MA98 Portable Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer
PARTICULAR EFFECTS
Cosmetic applications are characterized by their chromatic attributes on the one hand, i.e. tonality, saturation and clarity, but also by their
geometrical attributes, brilliance, luster, veiling and flash. As a result, we note a major variation in the proposed effects, which are
characterized by differences in the spatial distribution of the reflected light.
As examples, we observe:
• Effects due to transparency
• Effects due to diffusion (soft focus effects, etc.)
• Effects due to pigments with effects (pearlescent, interferences, etc.)
• Effects due to variations in brilliance, flashes, veiling and glittering
The specialist’s analysis:
• Measurement technologies permit access to dimensions that characterize brilliance such as measurement of the DOI, the specular
brilliance, and contrast brilliance.
• Verification of these effects can also be performed with digital imaging technologies.
• The multi-angle spectrocolorimeter will offer the most
• Complete information on variations in spatial distributions.
Our selected solution:
• A multi-angle spectrocolorimeter with 20 different geometries for selecting the relevant variable.
Special ‘Non-contact Multi Angles’:
This makes it possible to measure foundation creams, nail varnishes, powders, lipsticks, monochromes and other pasty or mass care
products directly.
The principle is as follows:
1. A spoon is filled with the product concerned and it is levelled with a spatula.
2. The spoon can then be placed in the MA support (at 3 different angles).
3. Once positioned, acquisition can then take place in very good conditions for reproducibility.
X-Rite Ci™52 Versatile Spectrophotometer
PARTICULAR EFFECTS
Cosmetic applications are characterized by their chromatic attributes on the one hand, i.e. tonality, saturation and clarity, but also by their
geometrical attributes, brilliance, luster, veiling and flash. As a result, we note a major variation in the proposed effects, which are
characterized by differences in the spatial distribution of the reflected light.
As examples, we observe:
• Effects due to transparency
• Effects due to diffusion (soft focus effects, etc.)
• Effects due to pigments with effects (pearlescent, interferences, etc.)
• Effects due to variations in brilliance, flashes, veiling and glittering
X-Rite Ci52 Advantages
Versatile. Provides for both handheld or benchtop applications; remote read switch adds convenience
Easy to Operate. Close-and-play operation, supported by visual (LED) and audible status indicators
Measurement Integrity Enhanced. Dampened, flip back targeting shoe and remote measurement trigger make it easy to measure difficult-to-handle samples
Accommodates Wide Range of Samples and Sizes. Measurement capability of 14mm or larger on materials such as paper, plastic, fabric, and a variety of hard surfaces
Quick, Accurate Reads. Measurement time of 2 seconds on standard flat samples as well as complex shapes
Reliable Performance. Simultaneous measurement of both specular-included (color) and specular-excluded (appearance) to determine influence of specular component
Consistent Measurements. Superior agreement capabilities ensure integrity of multiple-instrument color control
NetProfiler®3 Enabled. On-board system optimizes instrument performance and allows for remote certification
Seamless Transition. Operates in agreement with existing X-Rite spectrophotometers
Macbeth Lighting Color Viewing Technology
Daylight is the sole source of light which does not disturb our colour analysis.Daylight is not constant and varies depending on: weather conditions, the season and the time during the day
Colour control should be possible everywhere: in the workshop, in the laboratory and in offices, outdoors as well as indoors and in any location whatsoever.
A light booth is therefore needed
Quick Guide to Light Sources
Daylight
D5000K – Noon sky daylight for graphic arts applications.
D6500K – Average north sky daylight for industrial colour management, such as: automotive, consumer electronics, appliances, textile and apparel, home furnishings and others. Specified by industry.
D7500K – North sky daylight for graphic arts pressroom applications, sorting and grading textile white goods, and produce evaluations.
Horizon
This source simulates early morning sunrise and late afternoon sunset.
Commonly used in textile and automotive applications.
Cool White Fluorescent/TL84/U30/U35
Simulates office, in-store, or showroom floor lighting.
Incandescent
Simulates home and store accent lighting.
UV5X
Higher intensity (five times that of the sun) for detecting optical brighteners and fluorescent whitening agents in paper, textiles, and plastics.
UV
The amount of UV found in natural daylight for simulating the effects of optical brighteners and fluorescent whitening agents on color.
Note: Macbeth system lamps do not contain UV wavelengths.New Paragraph
Farnsworth Munsell 100 Hue Test
Do you know how well color evaluators can see color?
The FM100 Hue Test is an easy-to-administer test and a highly effective method for measuring an individual’s colour vision. Used by industry for over 40 years, the test is used to evaluate and rank colour acuity. This portable, 15-minute test analyzes how accurately you see colour. The easy-to-use scoring software indicates where you have a colour vision deficiency such as colour blindness.
About the Test
The Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test itself is used to separate persons with normal colour vision into classes of superior, average and low colour discrimination and to measure the zones of colour confusion of colour defective people. Some examples of its use are:
• Examination of inspectors of colour goods, colour graders and colour matchers
• Testing for type and degree of colour defectiveness
• Detection of poor colour vision in salespeople
• Selection of applicants for vocational training
• Design of specialized tests for colour vision
• Measurement of effects of medical treatments
• Independent control on validity of other colour vision tests.
Applications
• Examination of inspectors of colour goods, colour graders and colour matchers
• Testing for type and degree of colour deficiency
• Analysis of colour vision of in-house and field staff
• Selection of applicants for vocational training
• Measurement of effects of medical treatments
Test Details
• The test consists of four trays containing a total of 85 removable colour reference caps (incremental hue variation) spanning
the visible spectrum.
• Colour vision abnormalities and aptitude are detected by the ability of the test subject to place the colour caps in order of hue.
• The four trays are boxed in a handsome carrying case.
• The test must be administered under daylight conditions such as that provided by MacbethLighting SpectraLight® and Judge
viewing booths.
• FM 100 Hue Test Scoring Software included with test purchase.
• System requirements: MAC OS X, Windows 98, Windows XP or Windows 2000
• Test complies with ISO and other quality system requirements.
Farnsworth Munsell Dichotomous D-15 Test
The Farnsworth-Munsell Dichotomous D-15 Test is an abridged version of the 100 Hue Test for screening color vision defects only. The D-15 Test is intended for the detection of color vision defects such as red-green and blue-yellow deficiencies as opposed to color cuity. The test consists of a reference cap and 15 removable chips of incremental hue variation.
MetaVue VS3200 Imaging Spectrophotometer
Overview
For industrial applications in coatings, plastics, food, cosmetics and more, accurate, consistent color is vital. Whether measuring plastic parts, liquids, powders, or gels, this versatile, non-contact imaging spectrophotometer can speed up color formulation, production color checks and quality control operations, reducing waste and rework
while shrinking cycle time. This is especially important in environments with frequent production color changes.
Key Benefits
The MetaVue VS3200 non-contact imaging spectrophotometer delivers unmatched versatility and color measurement accuracy. Its unique capabilities streamline measurements in both lab and quality control operations. Manufacturers can take advantage of MetaVue VS3200’s non-contact imaging to measure difficult samples such as small and non-planar items as well as liquids, pastes, powders and gels without
contaminating the instrument.
• Features flexibility and ease of use, with aperture sizes ranging from 2mm to
12mm, enabling users to measure a wider variety of samples.
• Delivers precise digital targeting, allowing the user to quickly and easily select the
exact target area being measured.
• Provides stored image samples, ensuring users have a measurement audit trail and
easy retrieval of images for future reference.
• Integrates into existing workflows, eliminating the need to build new databases.
Backward compatible with X-Rite VS450 and 964 data.
Software:
NetProfiler 3.0
Software to maintain the accuracy and consistency of measurement devices
To your customers, you are the colour experts. They expect a lot and hold you to the highest standards. Shouldn’t the colour management instruments you use measure up to high standards as well? They will with X-Rite’s NetProfiler 3, an easy to use utility that allows you to verify, optimize, and certify the performance of your colour measurement devices.
Color iQC
Color Quality Control Software
Whether approving submits, production samples, or finished products, Color iQC adapts to your workflow making colour fast and easy. Color iQC is a document-oriented software solution that removes the guesswork from evaluating colours. It’s easy configurability and powerful feature set allow you to simplify processes and increase efficiency while ensuring accurate colour control. Color iQC is available in a variety of configurations for specific industry and colour communication requirements.
X-Rite
Experts in the art and science of blending colour
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, X-Rite is a global company with locations around the world. Experts in blending the art and science of colour, they focus on providing complete end-to-end colour management solutions in every industry where color matters.
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