MoistScan Online Moisture Analysis
Know your Moisture. Control your Operation.
The moisture analysis sensor for achieving Operational Certainty.
Real-time data, without the delay
The MoistScan delivers accurate moisture content, updating every second, reducing your reliance on traditional sampling and giving operators proactive decision making ability. It is a non-contact online moisture sensor based on advanced microwave moisture measurement. Designed for mining and bulk materials, it provides accurate, continuous analysis directly on conveyor belts.
Remote support at your fingertips
Dedicated workflows to help your team analyse technical issues means you can keep your sensors running optimally. For more difficult requests, our team is available 24/7 to assist you.
Real-time visibility, right at the scanner
MoistScan delivers instant moisture readings directly on its built-in HMI display, giving your operators clear visibility of material conditions as they happen. No delays, no waiting for lab results — just accurate, continuous data at the source. With real-time graphs and trend lines at the scanner, your team can make confident adjustments on the spot to keep operations efficient and product in spec.
Real Time Instrument is your partner for all Moisture Analysis solutions
Real-Time Instruments is your dedicated Material Intelligence Partner – bringing tailored moisture analysis solutions to your operations and ensuring every tonne is accounted for.
Avoid blockages, reduce downtime, and maximise yield with accurate online moisture sensors.
Reasons why moisture is costing mining operations millions
Unreliable Lab Sampling
Delays in batch sampling mean problems are detected too late, causing costly mistakes
Stockpile & train Loadout Variability
Inconsistent moisture creates penalties, blending inefficiencies, and handling problems.
Throughput Losses
Wet ore and coal slow conveyors, clog chutes, and reduce throughput.
Energy & Shipping Costs
Excess water means higher drying costs and penalties for shipping off-spec material.
Safety & Environmental Risks
High moisture content increases hazards, from haul road instability to dust control failures when it’s too dry.
Reduced Product Quality
Product grade can be negatively impacted by high moisture levels
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On-line/On Conveyor Microwave Moisture Measurement
The World Leader in Microwave Moisture Measurement Technology
The global leader in online moisture analysis. The MoistScan Moisture Analyser employs state-of-the-art microwave moisture measurement technology to accurately measure moisture in a wide-range of bulk materials.
MoistScan Moisture Analyser Technology Explained
Inside the MoistScan Moisture Analyser MA-500/600/700 Series
Each MoistScan model is tailored for specific use cases—like MA-500 for conveyor belts or MA-700 for slurry pipelines. All models utilise proprietary microwave algorithms that adjust dynamically for moisture, density, and material depth.
Integrating MoistScan into Conveyor Systems
Designed for flexible installation, MoistScan can be easily retrofitted onto existing conveyors or integrated into new builds. Real-time data feeds seamlessly into SCADA or plant control systems, allowing automated response to moisture fluctuations.
Microwave Moisture Measurement for Mining
Why Microwave is Ideal for Bulk Materials
Microwave moisture analysis penetrates deep into bulk materials, making it ideal for coarse ores, concentrates, and fine particulates alike. This non-invasive technology provides accurate, consistent readings even in high-throughput conditions common across mining conveyors.
Comparison: Microwave vs. Traditional Sampling
Unlike manual or lab-based sampling, microwave analysers deliver continuous real-time data without interrupting operations. This eliminates delays, reduces sampling errors, and provides a far more representative view of your material’s moisture profile.
Benefits of the MoistScan Moisture Analyser
Operators receive moisture readings every minute, enabling immediate adjustments to drying, blending, or material processing—maximising efficiency and preventing downstream bottlenecks.
Microwave-based measurement enables precise calculation of dry tonnage, essential for metallurgical reporting, contractual compliance, and financial accuracy in pit-to-port operations.
By detecting moisture levels near critical thresholds, the analyser allows well-timed water addition to suppress dust, aiding compliance with environmental and Occupational Health & Safety regulations
Monitoring moisture of sticky or clay-rich ores helps avoid hopper and chute hang-ups, reducing downtime, maintenance, and component wear across the conveying system.
Integrating moisture readings in PID control loops for dryers and calciners minimises over-drying—saving energy and reducing operating costs while reaching target moisture.
Maintaining tight moisture specifications ensures ore and concentrate meet saleability standards, preventing penalties, rejects, and variability in downstream smelting or shipping.