Process Instrument
The process instrument is designed for the identification and quantitation of multi­component
miscible liquids and solids insitu. Measurement is performed with a process Raman spectroscopy
instrument attached to a vessel sight glass. The instrument is easily installed and operated by
non­technical personnel.  Results are displayed in alpha­numeric and trending graphic form
continuously through a touch screen display while simultaneously transmitting these results
wirelessly through standard Ethernet protocols.

Handheld Instrument

Small, lightweight and ergonomic, the handheld Raman instrument is useful for qualitative
determinations of raw material identity and counterfeit identification.   The easy Yes/No ­ -
Pass/Fail software readout allows this instrument to be used by expert and novice alike.  Reduces
lab testing requirements and quarantine time, improves inventory turn and reduces manufacturing
lead time.   The accuracy of this instrument can detect even the smallest variances in similar
materials.  Simplified set up and connection to existing infrastructure including SAP and LIMS
systems completes the installation.

Selective not Destructive
Chemical compounds have a Raman "fingerprint" that can be used to identify the
material.  Raman is a highly selective technology offering ID with similar characteristics to
NMR, Mass Spec, and FTIR. The term selective refers to the instruments ability to differentiate
between similar chemicals. Raman can easily detect differences based on functional group
position and substitution, counter ion difference as well as conformational differences such as
stereo­isomers. Raman offers a selectivity that is based on bond vibration fundamental to the
chemical’s basic structure. This capability makes use of the fingerprint’s universality and
independence from most physical characteristics that interfere with other technologies. Raman is
very similar to Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) in its identification ability, but
differs in that Raman employs non­contact analysis, enabling the probe to be positioned outside
the container or pipe. The laser is simply focused through a sight glass simplifying set up.

Brains in a Box
Mustard Tree has embedded the knowledge of a PhD spectroscopist into the core of the
instrument to take all the guess work out of quantitation and identification set­-up.  Mustard
Tree’s innovative user interface automatically applies the correct mathematical algorithms to get
the best answer possible from the data.  This enables the user to "plug and play" and reduces set
up time to days instead of weeks or months.  By enabling immediate instrument usage, the return
on investment becomes exponentially quicker.

Safe and Secure
Mustard Tree instruments are design for the regulated and hazardous duty environments.
Intrinsically safe and certified for use in hazardous locations, they also meet the demands of
21CFR cGMP.  Sporting several marks allows use in Canada, Europe and the USA. The
instruments have multiple data output modes available including the ability to transmit digital
data wirelessly via standard Ethernet or the more secure Hart or Modbus protocols to the control
room, a network data location, or to a Web­-based repository. Instruments are intended for wash
down and cleaning with standard sanitizing agents, and can be installed in non­-environmentally
controlled locations.