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One of the most regular causes of a coating’s failure, is moisture. It is not sufficient to simply ensure that the surface is dry, as often the surface of the substrate is the driest point – due to evaporation. Moisture Meters are therefore important in being able to measure the level of moisture.

Many substrates in industry today that are coated are porous and can absorb moisture. It is necessary to measure the moisture content within the substrate to reduce the possibility of subsequent coating failure.

When powder coating substrates which have a high moisture content – such as wood or MDF, steam will generate during the curing process damaging the new coating. Other substrates, which may have a high moisture content include concrete, fibreboard, plasterboard, gypsum and brick.

Meters that measure moisture can be used for many different applications. Each meter is trying to approximate an oven dried method of taking a reading where you measure the weight of a sample, dry it using an oven or a microwave, re-weigh it and keep drying it until the reading is stable. You then take the difference in the weight and divide it by the final weight to get a moisture percent. The meter is a hand held device that tries to approximate this reading as closely as possible. Most instruments will give you a moisture level as opposed to a percent and the moisture level that is most widely used is something called a Wood Moisture Equivalent or WME. This is the moisture level that would be present in Wood if the wood was in contact with the material that you are measuring. Ultimately, all materials will try and be in equilibrium.

17 Jun 2021

Tramex MEP Moisture Encounter Plus

The Tramex MEP Moisture Encounter Plus detects and evaluates moisture conditions within various building materials by non-destructively measuring the electrical impedance. A low frequency electronic signal is transmitted into the material via the electrodes in the base of the instrument. The strength of this signal varies in proportion to the amount of moisture in the material under test. The MEP determines the strength of the current and converts this to a moisture content value, displaying it on a large clear … Read More

17 Jun 2021

Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter 5

by Graham Duk | posted in: General Purpose Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Wood Moisture Meters | 0

The Tramex Moisture Encounter – ME5 is a Dual-depth, non-destructive, instant moisture meter for measuring and evaluating moisture content wood, plaster, drywall, brick, roofing. The Moisture Encounter detects and evaluates moisture conditions within various building materials by non-destructively measuring the electrical impedance. A low frequency electronic signal is transmitted into the material via the electrodes in the base of the instrument. The strength of this signal varies in proportion to the amount of moisture in the material under test. The … Read More

10 Jun 2021

Protimeter BLD5777 Reachmaster Pro

by Graham Duk | posted in: General Purpose Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters | 0

No more climbing ladders, or working on your hands and knees, like you would with conventional moisture meters! The ReachMaster Pro is a non-invasive moisture meter enabling the rapid assessment of moisture conditions in buildings. Typical initial moisture surveys can increase inspection time by up to 60%, but the ReachMaster Pro makes measurements of floors, hard to reach walls and ceilings quick, safe and easy. Along with unrivaled depth of measurement and sensitivity adjustment. All Protimeter instruments have a two-year … Read More

13 May 2015

Grainmaster i2 Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Agriculture Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

The Grainmaster i2 Moisture Meter is a highly versatile instrument to measure the moisture and temperature of crops. The meter is pre-programmed with 15 crop calibrations, each of which can be adjusted individually, if required, for matching with respect to commercially used instruments. It is supplied with an integrated grinder-compressor unit that enables the user to take moisture readings in ground samples very quickly and simply. There is also a range of optional probes for measuring temperature in stored grain and … Read More

13 May 2015

TimberMaster Basic Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Coating Inspection, Moisture Meters, Products, Wood Moisture Meters | 0

The TimberMaster Moisture Meter is an advanced moisture meter specifically designed for the timber industry. It is ideal for a range of quality control applications associated with moisture levels within all wood products. When precise wood moisture measurements are required, there is no substitute for the TimberMaster Moisture Meter. Features and Benefits Simple hand-held design Durable and rugged Built in wood calibration scales – 150 wood species Large LCD for ease of use in all conditions Hammer electrode for sub-surface … Read More

13 May 2015

Moisture Encounter Plus Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Building Materials Moisture Meters, Coating Inspection, General Purpose Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

The Moisture Encounter Plus Moisture Meter is an upgraded version of the world’s most popular and successful non-destructive moisture meter, The Moisture Encounter. The Moisture Encounter Plus incorporates all the features and benefits found in the original Moisture Encounter such as: Non-destructive moisture measurement of wood, plaster, drywall, block, brick, roofing and most materials found in the building envelope using 3 ranges of sensitivity. Deep signal penetration to detect elevated moisture through most covering materials such as Ceramic Tile, Drywall, … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Digital Balemaster Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Agriculture Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

The Digital Balemaster Moisture Meter is a simple to use hand held instrument which displays the results on a large LCD Digital Display. The probe is made from strong durable stainless steel and is 558mm long to reach the centre of big bales. Monitoring of moisture in hay and straw during bailing and before storage is important. High levels of moisture can lead to discolouration and will support the growth of moulds and fungi. This Digital Bale Master Moisture Meter … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Speedy Ashworth Calcium Carbide Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Agriculture Moisture Meters, Building Materials Moisture Meters, Coating Inspection, Concrete Moisture, Concrete Moisture Meters, Concrete Testing, General Purpose Moisture Meters, Hardness - Concrete Testers, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

The New Speedy 2000 series are used throughout the world by a diverse range of industries to measure the content of materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, sand and powders. Principal users include geotechnical engineers on civil engineering projects, building surveyors and restorers. Other substantial user groups include mining, steel production, foundries and ceramics. Features of the Speedy Ashworth Calcium Carbide Moisture Meter When compared with other moisture measurement systems, the Speedy Tester is often the most practical solution, especially … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Moisture Measurement System MMS 2 – BLD8800

by Graham Duk | posted in: Building Materials Moisture Meters, Coating Inspection, Concrete Moisture, Concrete Moisture Meters, Concrete Testing, General Purpose Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

Introducing the Protimeter MMS2, the world’s most advanced all-in-one moisture meter. The attachments aren’t just included, they’re built in. The Protimeter MMS2 is the industry’s most advanced all-in-one moisture meter. Its ergonomic, 4-in-1 design allows one handed operation to measure moisture on and below the surface as well as ambient air humidity. With an infrared thermometer to calculate the difference between dew point and surface temperature, this meter is designed to assess moisture in both new and refurbishing projects, … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Surveymaster Moisture Meter

by Graham Duk | posted in: Building Materials Moisture Meters, General Purpose Moisture Meters, Moisture Meters, Products | 0

Buy it online here The Surveymaster Moisture Meter can help building professionals such as contractors, surveyors, home builders and architects assess building moisture levels during new build and refurbishing activities. Excessive moisture in buildings can lead to decay and deterioration of components and decorative finishes. Professionals involved with the identification, management and remedy of moisture need tools that help them to: Identify the extent of the moisture penetration Diagnose the cause of the problem Monitor change in the moisture level Protimeter … Read More