Water activity and moisture measurement instruments as well as laboratory analysis for food, pharma and cosmetics
AQUALAB by Addium Inc.
USA (headquarters, laboratory & production)New on Amplifa
About AQUALAB
AQUALAB by Addium Inc. develops and manufactures instruments for measuring water activity (a_w) and moisture content, including the AQUALAB 5TE with simultaneous a_w and MC measurement in one minute, the AQUALAB 4TE (chilled-mirror dew point), the AQUALAB TDL 2 for samples containing volatile compounds, the VSA sorption isotherm analyzer, and the ROS 1 moisture analyzer. The portfolio is complemented by the portable PAWKIT, the SKALA Dry moisture control system for spray and flash dryers, and a WVTR testing cell for packaging testing. In addition to its instrument business, the company operates its own moisture research laboratory offering services such as water activity testing, moisture and solids analysis, DDI and DVS isotherms, shelf-life predictions and packaging optimization, as well as sensory evaluation in partnership with the Washington State University Sensory Science Center. Customers come from food, pharma, cosmetics, pet food, tobacco and ingredients manufacturing. The company builds on over 40 years of experience in applied moisture science and distributes worldwide through a global distributor network with international offices.
- Site
- USA (headquarters
- Processes
- Water activity testing (a_w measurement, chilled-mirror dew point), Water activity testing for samples with volatile compounds (TDL, tunable diode laser), Moisture content and total solids analysis (0.1 % MC accuracy), Moisture sorption isotherm investigation (DDI and DVS methods), Shelf-life prediction and packaging optimization (Moisture Analysis Toolkit), Sensory evaluation (partnership with WSU Sensory Science Center), Regulatory compliance consultation, WVTR testing (Water Vapor Transmission Rate Testing Cell)
- Materials
- Food, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Pet food, Tobacco, Cured meats, Baked & snack foods, Nuts / dried fruit
- Certificates
- 21 CFR Part 11 (product compliance, not a company certification), 21 CFR Part 11 (product compliance)
- Industries
- Food (baked goods & snacks, meat products, dried fruits/nuts, coffee), Pharma, Cosmetics, Pet food, Tobacco, Animal feed
- 01
R&D in applied moisture science
- 02
Development and production of the measurement instruments
- 03
Instrument sales via a global distributor network
- 04
Laboratory analysis and consulting (Lab Services)
- 05
Training, certifications and support
Sample Materials & Applications
Food
Baked goods, snacks, meat products, dried fruits, nuts, coffee and sugar are tested for water activity and moisture.
Pharmaceuticals
Stability and compliance analyses for pharmaceutical products.
Cosmetics
Moisture measurements for stability and quality control of cosmetic products.
Pet Food & Animal Feed
a_w measurements, e.g. for pet food and DDGS as a feed additive.
Tobacco
Moisture management for tobacco products.
Ingredients
Ingredient manufacturers use water activity data for formulation and specifications.
Locations
Addium Inc. Headquarters
USHeadquarters, laboratory & production
- Materials
- Food, pharma, cosmetics, pet food
- AQUALAB 5TE
- AQUALAB 4TE
- AQUALAB TDL 2
- AQUALAB VSA
- ROS 1
- PAWKIT
- SKALA Dry
- WVTR Testing Cell
Products & Systems
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water activity testing (a_w measurement, chilled-mirror dew point)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Water activity testing for samples with volatile compounds (TDL, tunable diode laser)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Moisture content and total solids analysis (0.1 % MC accuracy)Testing | 0.1 % MC | – | – | – | – |
| Moisture sorption isotherm investigation (DDI and DVS methods)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Shelf-life prediction and packaging optimization (Moisture Analysis Toolkit)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Sensory evaluation (partnership with WSU Sensory Science Center)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Regulatory compliance consultationTesting | – | – | – | – | – |
| WVTR testing (Water Vapor Transmission Rate Testing Cell)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| SKALA Dry moisture/dryer control (real-time spray & flash dryer control)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
9 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water activity meter (chilled-mirror dew point + moisture content) | AQUALAB / Addium AQUALAB 5TE | – | a_w 0.030–1.000; MC 0.00–100.00 %; 15.00–50.00 °C | – | – |
| Water activity meter (chilled-mirror dew point) | AQUALAB / Addium AQUALAB 4TE | – | 0.030–1.000 a_w | – | – |
| Water activity meter (tunable diode laser, for volatile samples) | AQUALAB / Addium AQUALAB TDL 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Moisture sorption isotherm analyzer (DDI/DVS) | AQUALAB / Addium AQUALAB VSA | – | – | – | – |
| Moisture analyzer (thermal evaporation) | AQUALAB / Addium ROS 1 | – | Results to 0.1 % MC | – | – |
| Water activity meter | AQUALAB / Addium AQUALAB 3 | – | 0.030–1.000 a_w | – | – |
| Portable water activity meter | AQUALAB / Addium PAWKIT | – | – | – | – |
| Moisture/dryer control system (spray & flash dryer) | AQUALAB / Addium SKALA Dry | – | – | – | – |
| WVTR testing cell (Water Vapor Transmission Rate Testing Cell) | AQUALAB / Addium WVTR Testing Cell | – | – | – | – |
Additional services
Reference customers
Quality & Compliance
The AQUALAB instruments meet the 21 CFR Part 11 requirements with searchable audit trails on the instrument and in the cloud, secure user access control, and BlockSwap calibration without downtime. Internal training and certifications for all instrument generations ensure reproducible measurement results across sites.
| Evidence | Addium Inc. Headquarters |
|---|---|
| 21 CFR Part 11 (product compliance) |
History
- ca. 1985
Start of over 40 years of experience in applied moisture science (own statement '40+ years')
Introduction of the AQUALAB 5TE with simultaneous a_w and moisture measurement in 1 minute, BlockSwap calibration and AQUALAB Cloud