Background  The Measurement Standards Laboratory of New Zealand (MSL) is responsible for providing uniform standards of physical measurement throughout New Zealand, which is achieved through development of measurement standards, and through commercial calibration, consultancy, and training activities. MSL is also heavily involved in carrying out research into improved measurement techniques, including research into the theory and practice of radiation thermometry.
 
One-Day Radiation Thermometry Workshop
 hosted by
 Measurement Standards Laboratory of New Zealand, Industrial Research Ltd
 in conjunction with
 Institute of Measurement and Control of New Zealand Inc
 
Venue: Angus Inn, Lower Hutt       Date: Tuesday 12 May 1998
 
Introduction -- Radiation thermometry is a very important tool for New Zealand industry, but is an area of thermometry known to abound with potentially serious errors and large uncertainties. Accurate radiation thermometry measurements can only be made through a good understanding of the principles involved and the appropriate practices for a given measurement environment.
This one-day workshop will assist users to solve practical problems associated with the use of radiation thermometers and engender confidence in their measurements. The workshop will be of value to all users of radiation thermometry, from beginners seeking an introduction, to experienced users needing advice on specific difficult measurement problems.
 
The specific aims of the workshop are to:  
Programme

The day will consist of a mixture of tutorial sessions and real-life examples of measurement problems from a variety of industrial users, ending with a problem solving session in which we will give advice on your specific problems.
 
  8:30 –  9:00 Arrival and Registration
  9:00 –  9:45 Tutorial I (Radiation Thermometry Principles)
  9:45 – 10:30 Invited Speakers
 10:30 – 11:00 Morning Tea
 11:00 – 11:45 Tutorial II (Radiation Thermometry Practice)
 11:45 – 12:30 Invited Speakers
 12:30 –  1:30 Lunch
  1:30 –  2:15 Invited Speakers
  2:15 –  3:00 Case Study: Reflection Errors in Petrochemical Reformers
  3:00 –  3:30 Afternoon Tea
  3:30 –  4:30 Problem Solving Session

Tutorials — These cover the principles and practice and radiation thermometry, including blackbodies and blackbody radiation, emissivity and reflectivity, spectral-band radiation thermometers, errors and uncertainties, reflection errors, instrumental emissivity effects, atmospheric scattering and absorption. Also included are methods of calibration, care and maintenance of radiation thermometers, and advice on choosing the best type of radiation thermometer for a specific application.
 
Invited Speakers — A number of invited speakers will give 15-minute presentations on their experiences using radiation thermometers in their particular industries, concentrating on solutions to specific problems and/or problems currently lacking a satisfactory solution. The petrochemical, steel, aluminium, metallurgy, plastics, and paper industries will be represented.
 
Case Study — An outline of the results of a special research project carried out by the Measurement Standards Laboratory will be given, dealing with the problem of reflection errors in the petrochemical industry. The study concentrates on techniques for minimising reflection errors, including the measurement of emissivity and reflectance of materials. The conclusions from this study are applicable to most other industries including some low-temperature applications.
 
Problem Solving Session — The day will be rounded off with an informal discussion of the particular problems identified during the day or in other applications of radiation thermometry. This session will be an opportunity to use the collective expertise and experience of all attendees to find solutions and identify topics requiring further research.
 
Contacts
For more information please contact either Rod White or Peter Saunders
Ph: (04) 569 0000
Fax: (04) 569 0003
e-mail: r.white@irl.cri.nz
or p.saunders@irl.cri.nz
 
Registration Fee
$120 (includes lunch, morning and afternoon teas, presentation material, and GST)

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Payment Options
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Please post completed form to:

Laura Mitchell
Industrial Research Ltd
PO Box 31-310
Lower Hutt
 


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