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The Latest product launches and news from BAMR and Elcometer
Dive into the latest product launches, innovations, and news from BAMR. From cutting-edge coating inspection tools to industry-leading blast, spray, and non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment, explore our full archive of updates and announcements in our Publications section. Stay informed with the stories driving quality and performance across Southern Africa and Africa!
Elcometer Webinar: Profiled Surface Calibration
presented by Craig Woolhouse, Elcometer Craig Woolhouse Bio Craig, a qualified Mechanical Engineer, joined Elcometer 18 years ago as Sales Manager for UK and Europe. 2009 saw the addition of India and Africa as regions within Craig’s area of responsibility. Elcometer view both areas as key growth regions and thus
News: Elcometer Webinar Recordings
News: Elcometer Webinar Recordings Elcometer have run 6 webinars. You can access the Elcometer Webinar Recordings below. The first minute is just a count down so you can start at 1 minute. You can access these videos at the following links: Profiled Surface Calibration: (24.41 minutes) https://youtu.be/6CxB8Nj3_BM Make the most
Webinar Recording 2: New Developments in Chloride Contamination Measurement on pre coated surfaces
News: Webinar Recording 2: New Developments in Chloride Contamination Measurement on pre coated surfaces Elcometer ran their second Webinar for distributors entitled Developments in Chloride Contamination Measurement on pre coated surfaces which they recorded. If you are interested in watching the 41 minute recording including questions and answers then please click on
News: Webinar Recording 1: Calibration on Profiled Surfaces
News: Webinar Recording 1: Calibration on Profiled Surfaces Elcometer recently ran a Webinar for distributors entitled “Calibration on Profiled Surfaces” which they recorded. If you are interested in watching the 18 minute recording followed by the 6 minutes of questions and answers then please click on the following Youtube clip:
Infrared Thermometer
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What Moisture Meter for Flooring?
Watch this informative Video on Moisture Meters… With special thanks to Flooring Africa for the production of this video!
News: Changes to the Elcometer 224 Digital Surface Profile Gauge
Since the launch of the Elcometer 224 Digital Profile Gauge in 2012, many questions and queries have been received regarding the correct use of the gauge. The correct measurement technique is for the user to usually take 10 or more readings on the profiled surface and record the mean/average (x̅)
Electro Magnetic Induction vs Hall Effect – Choosing the correct DFT gauge
Electro Magnetic Induction vs Hall Effect – Choosing the correct DFT gauge All DFT gauges are not created equal, that is why when comparing different instruments from different suppliers it is always a good exercise to check that you are comparing apples with apples; and that where possible, you are
Elcometer Launch Range of Abrasive Blast Equipment
Elcometer, a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of inspection equipment to the coatings, concrete and metal detection industry, has announced the launch of a complete range of abrasive blast equipment, which includes dry abrasive blast machines, precision media valves, blast hose, blast nozzles and personal protection equipment.
Distributors across the Globe Attend Elcometer World Conference
From 5th – 8th November 2017, distributors from across the globe traveled to Manchester, England for a world conference, hosted by Elcometer to celebrate 70 years in business. The Elcometer World Conference, which was held at the Renaissance Hotel in Manchester, gave Elcometer distributors a chance to meet each other, network and
New Elcometer 500 Concrete Coating Thickness Gauge
November 2016
The new Elcometer 500 Coating Thickness Gauge for coatings on concrete has revolutionised the measurement of dry film thickness on concrete. You can now non-destructively measure the coatings on concrete and the gauge is now more accurate, faster and much easier than ever before.… Read More
New Elcometer 130 SSP Soluble Salt Profiler
November 2015
The NEW Elcometer 130 SSP Soluble Salt Profiler is the first gauge on the market to provide a 2D and 3D profile reading of salt distribution on a surface. It effectively gives you “salt goggles” to determine peaks of salt which will ultimately be the areas of concern. The NEW Elcometer 130 Soluble Salt Profiler produces Bresle equivalent readings faster and more accurately.… Read More
New Elcometer MTG Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge
August 2015
Elcometer has revolutionised the NDT market with their new range of Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauges. Features include: Ergonomic, rugged design, Accurate (1%) and easy to use menus, Firmware upgradeable through the Internet, High speed scan mode allowing 140+ readings per minute. The Elcometer MTG Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge range is ideal for measuring and recording material thickness up to 500mm and sound-velocity on a variety of substrates in a wide range of industrial applications. … Read More
News: New Elcometer 456 Ultra Scan Probe
April 2013
When connected to the latest Elcometer 456 coating thickness gauge, the newly developed Elcometer 456 Ultra/Scan probe has a reading rate (in scan mode) in excess of 140 readings per minute – further enhancing the speed and accuracy of field based dry film coating thickness measurement on Ferrous (F) and non-Ferrous (NF) substrates.
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News: Elcometer 506 Pull Off Adhesion Gauges
January 2013
The Elcometer 506 are lightweight, portable and easy-to-use adhesion gauges are available in analogue or digital versions and are suitable for measuring the pull-off adhesion of coatings up to 50MPa either on-site, or in the laboratory.
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News: Elcometer 145 Dust Tape Roller
May 2012
The Elcometer 145 Dust Tape Roller is used in conjunction with the Elcometer 142 Dust Tape Test kit to assess the quantity and size of dust particles on surfaces prepared for painting.
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News: Elcometer 224 Digital Surface Profile Gauge
May 2012
Following the successful launch of the new Elcometer 224 Digital Surface Profile Gauge earlier this year, Elcometer are pleased to announce the addition of a new separate probe for measuring on convex curved surfaces.
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News : Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge FREE product upgrade
March 2012
Elcometer’s team of engineers have developed this latest free product feature update to include:
– A new live reading trend graph
– The doubling of memory on the Elcometer 456 Model S and T gauges
– A calibration pin code lock
– A tap awake feature
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News: Elcometer 280 Pulsed DC Holiday Detector
August 2011
Using state of the art electronics to safely generate the required high voltage DC pulses, the Elcometer 280 detects holidays in coatings without the need to ground the gauge to the substrate – ideal for pipeline, and large surface, porosity inspection.
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News: Fully Automatic Krebs 2250 Viscosity Test from Elcometer
May 2011
Elcometer are pleased to announce the launch of the new Elcometer 2250 Krebs Viscometer. Featuring a unique automatic test mode, the Elcometer 2250 measures the viscosity of paints, varnishes, adhesives, pastes and liquid inks at the touch of a button.
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News: Elcometer 550 Non-Contact Powder Thickness Gauge
April 2011
Using third generation proven airborne ultrasonic technology, the new Elcometer 550 accurately predicts cured coating thickness by non-contact measurement of coating powders.
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News: Introducing the New Elcometer 456
March 2011
Incredibly fast, accurate and powerful coating thickness measurements!
After 3 generations and over 10 years of the best-selling Elcometer 456 digital coating thickness gauge, we are pleased to announce the launch of the next generation.
Fast, reliable and accurate, the new Elcometer 456 sets new standards in coating thickness measurements.
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