WILMINGTON, MA — KT-100TM KatanaTM, a laser induced breakdown spectroscopic (commonly known as LIBS) handheld analyzer, was selected in the Analytical/Test category as one of R&D Magazine’s top 100 innovative products introduced to the marketplace in 2016.
Developed and manufactured by Rigaku Analytical Devices, a leading pioneer of handheld and portable spectroscopic analyzers, KT-100 Katana is the only handheld LIBS analyzer certified rugged to United States Military Standard MIL-STD-810G. The KT-100 provides a new and improved way to identify elemental composition for both heavy and light alloying elements in metals. Primary uses include scrap metal sorting, quality assurance in metal fabrication and positive material identification in petrochemical operations.
The winners, chosen by both an independent judging panel and the editors of R&D Magazine, were announced last month at a ceremony at the Gaylord National Harbor & Resort in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
Following the win of Rigaku’s handheld Raman analyzer, ProgenyTM ResQTM, in last year’s R&D 100 Awards, the recognition for KT-100 Katana reinforces the company’s mission to deliver advanced handheld and portable spectroscopic analyzers that enable customers to achieve rapid lab-quality results at any time, any place.
“The ability to accurately classify metals and alloys is of paramount importance for a number of applications to ensure profitability and product quality. We developed KT-100 Katana to directly address the needs of the metal analyst, regardless of location or environment,” said Bree Allen, President at Rigaku Analytical Devices. “We are delighted to have won an R&D 100 Award, which confirms KT- 100 Katana as one of the most advanced and robust handheld analyzers on the market, identifying a wide range of metals.”
About Rigaku Analytical Devices
Rigaku Analytical Devices is leading with innovation to pioneer a portfolio of handheld and portable spectroscopic analyzers for use in the protection of public health and safety, aid in the advancement of scientific and academic study, enable the recycle and reuse of metal alloys, and ensure quality of key metal alloy components in mission critical industries. Our core goal is to be recognized globally for quality, reliability and expertise in all aspects of our business through our commitment to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing technologically advanced products. The foundation of our company is our talented team, dedicated to continual product development efforts that improve performance and functionality, resulting in reliable, cost- effective solutions for the end user. Our rugged products utilize integrated software that combines an open architecture platform with user defined settings, delivering unparalleled accuracy and extensive application support, empowering our customers to achieve rapid lab- quality results any time, any place.
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