36 DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT
Laboratory balance connectivity streamlines data collection
Connecting balances to other devices is imperative for many laboratories. It speeds up research processes, allowing faster data recording and conversion of the data into tables, charts, graphs or other formats. When a balance connects directly to another device, it decreases the chance of
security compromises. This is important in research laboratories, where workers tap into highly classified information and formulas. It can minimise or eliminate human error during manual data logging. These errors could lead to miscalculations or failed tests, experiments and trials.
Data collection
is accomplished by different devices, including computers or data loggers. A data logger is a
separate instrument that connects to the balance for the sole purpose of collecting and recording the figures provided by the balance.
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Fig. 1. Data collection from a precision balance via a data logger is possible with various types of network connections. Once it has been collected, the data can be downloaded to a computer.
collected by the data logger can be accessed and analysed
at a later point, or stored for compliance recording. Computer-based data collection
allows use of the computer’s processor, data storage, display and interfaces. Adam Equipment balances include
standard connection ports that enable data transmission to a computer, making them affordable and attractive choices for laboratories on a budget Some balance manufacturers
provide an interface only as an option. It is important to ascertain which features are included on a balance when considering data collection in the laboratory. Connectivity has opened the door for
companies like Adam to offer software such as Adam DU to accomplish the transfer of measurement data. Using Adam DU, users can quickly and easily capture data from any Adam Equipment balance having RS-232 or USB connection (Fig. 1). Adam DU collects information from up to eight balances simultaneously,
while monitoring, configuring and customising the data to the user’s requirements. Adam DU can provide basic remote
control of the balance, in addition to graphing data and exporting the readings to other applications, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Windows Clipboard. Laboratory users can perform statistical analysis on readings and capture custom data, since Adam DU supports up to six additional user- defined data fields. Adam DU also is capable of logging
calibration reports, allowing complete tracking of calibration records. Used in tandem with Adam
Equipment balances, Adam DU can provide users with enhanced data collection capabilities, along with analysis and tracking.
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Specifically designed tablet presses with software for formulation development.
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