Every measuring sensor contains the necessary measuring, control and monitoring technology for the respective application. Rheomix controls the data administration as well as the communication with the master unit via the data highway. All mixers are coded so that the master unit automatically senses which sensor is connected. The measuring sensor automatically informs the base unit and thus the operator of the configuration i. e. the number and position of the temperature control zones and measuring ports, unit-specific limit values as well as the possible sensor options.

A new concept simplifies handling in the laboratory and enables secure operation. This is characterized by:

• mobile measuring sensors avoid the necessity of handling of heavy and hot parts
• integrated heating and cooling circuits reduce the number of plug connections and thus the danger of making incorrect connections
• several peripheral units such as feeding and post-extrusion units are computer controllable thus meaning better reproducibility and documentation.