The color measurement ecosystem can benefit from this mobile app-based solution, as a compliment to traditional methods. Portability and speed, coupled with device accuracy, make this emerging technology worth looking into.
For manufacturers of paint and painted products alike, then, it is important to not only measure both wet and dry samples, but to establish standards for both.
Having a sound understanding of color measurement geometry is essential to get the most out of your color measurement system. The improper application of measurement geometry can lead to large discrepancies between color assessments of visual color differences compared to measured differences.
The spectrophotometer enables accurate color measurement of painted surfaces, plastic parts, packaging labels, automotive parts, furnishings and other manufactured goods. Measurements check the visual impression of the color, gloss level and effect of the surface texture.
BYK-Gardner, a manufacturer and distributor of quality control instruments for color, appearance and physical properties testing, is hosting its 7th BYK-Gardner User Meeting, “Color and Appearance Harmony,” June 11–12, 2013, in Plymouth, MI.
