Polispec VIS Inline Contact
Inline contact VIS analyzer (400–700 nm) designed for inline color quality control through continuous, objective, and repeatable measurement. It represents the ideal solution for process analytics and real-time monitoring in the food, chemical, cosmetic, and industrial sectors.
Operating precisely within the 400–700 nm spectral range (the visible spectrum), the system performs objective, continuous, and non-destructive color measurements directly in-process.
The contact configuration ensures maximum stability and repeatability of the analytical data, even under variable operating conditions. The sensor is designed for direct integration onto pipelines, reactors, tanks, or blenders, enabling seamless process analytics without any interruption to production workflows.
Thanks to a modular platform and the availability of various optical probe types, the instrument adapts perfectly to any plant architecture and product type. It is highly recommended for the food, chemical, and industrial sectors where color control is a key quality parameter.
| Spectrum | VIS-NIR (400-700 nm) |
| Measurement mode | Contact |
| Installation | In-line |
| Measurement | Reflectance |
| Sensor | CMOS 256 pixels |
| Measurement geometry | Diffuse/0° |
| Protection rating | IP68/IP69K |
Direct integration with machine or plant.
The system can be equipped with an internal computing unit that allows direct connection to automation systems (dryers, mixers, process lines, or control rooms).
The module, featuring Ethernet or CANBUS connectivity (depending on the model), enables the device to communicate directly with the plant without the need for intermediate devices such as panel PCs.
In this configuration, no local graphical interface is provided: the system operates as an integrated sensor, exchanging data with the plant via standard industrial protocols, including:
Modbus TCP (client/server)
ISO over TCP / Siemens S7
OPC-UA Server
Analog output
Integration via external computing unit.
The system is equipped with an RS422 output and interfaces with an external processing unit (e.g., panel PC) installed near the measurement point.
This configuration allows the system to be managed through a dedicated graphical interface, offering data visualization and the possibility of direct interaction with the operator.
It is particularly suitable for contexts where local process supervision is required.
Every industrial process presents specific operating conditions: product type (liquid or solid), temperature, abrasiveness, pressure, and flow velocity.
For this reason, Polispec is designed as a modular platform, supported by a wide range of optical probes and installation kits engineered to adapt to diverse process conditions.
Polispec optical probes are based on a patented proprietary technology, which allows the interface geometry between the instrument and the plant to be adapted without altering analytical performance.
This approach guarantees:
Consistency of results across different installations
Maintenance of performance over time
Interchangeability between different configurations
For particularly complex applications, Itphotonics is capable of developing dedicated installation solutions, tailored to meet specific process requirements.
Every analysis, whether performed in the field, in the lab, or on the production line, gains value only when the data becomes understandable and actionable. This is why ITPhotonics developed a native software ecosystem, engineered as an integral part of the hardware rather than a mere accessory.
Our modules — Polidata, Poliprocess, CMM/CME, and SP3Manager — are distinct yet complementary solutions designed to meet specific operational needs: from portable in-field measurements to in-line process control and advanced spectra management.
Instrument and software thus form a single technological hub, working in synergy to provide a concrete and immediate operational advantage.
Polidata is the native software developed to guide operators through every phase of mobile or at-line workflows. From instrument configuration and sample collection to advanced reporting, it offers complete system control without requiring complex IT skills.
It manages two distinct operating modes: analysis mode, for immediate measurement and sample comparison, and sample collection mode, for building calibration datasets and structured management of measurement sessions.
All analyses are stored in a searchable local database, featuring a complete history by product, batch, and operator. Reports are fully customizable in both content and layout, and data can be exported in major formats (CSV, DAT, PDF, XML) for seamless integration with other management systems.
Key features:
- Complete instrument control in analysis and sample collection modes
- Historical analysis database with search filters by product, batch, date, and operator
- Customizable reporting
- Multi-format export (CSV, DAT, PDF, XML)
- Intuitive touchscreen interface designed for practical field and laboratory use
Poliprocess is the software module developed for in-line applications and the seamless integration of Polispec instruments within production machinery and plants. Far more than a simple management interface, it operates as a true industrial connectivity platform, transforming spectral data into control signals directly actionable by automation systems.
It natively integrates major industrial communication protocols—Modbus TCP (client and server), ISO over TCP (Siemens S7), OPC-UA Server, ISOBUS, CANBUS, and Analog Output—guarantying full compatibility with PLCs, SCADA, and supervision systems present in the plant.
Dedicated datalogger modules enable continuous measurement recording with timestamps, alarm management, and the configuration of quality thresholds. It is the ideal solution to transform the spectrophotometer into an active, intelligent node within the process control network.
Key features:
- Modbus TCP (client and server), ISO over TCP / Siemens S7, OPC-UA Server
- ISOBUS, CANBUS, Analog Output, and additional protocols upon request
- Integrated datalogger with timestamp, alarm management, and quality thresholds
- Compatible with major PLCs, SCADA, and supervision systems
- Parameter configuration and calibration curves directly from the software
CMM (Calibration Model Manager) and CME (Calibration Model Editor) are the software packages dedicated to the management, standardization, and protection of chemometric calibration models.
A critical aspect in industrial spectral applications is the compatibility between models developed using third-party software (e.g., SensoLogic, Ucal, etc.) and the instrument’s operational software. The CMM/CME system solves this challenge: through specific ADKs for Polidata and Poliprocess, it makes calibration models directly usable within the Polispec ecosystem, regardless of the suite they were originally developed with.
In addition to full compatibility, the package manages model standardization strategies, data encryption to protect intellectual property, the implementation of calculated parameters, and multi-language support.
Key features:
- Compatibility with chemometric models developed using third-party suites
- Dedicated ADKs for seamless integration with Polidata and Poliprocess
- Management of model standardization strategies across different instruments
- Encryption of calibration models for intellectual property protection
- Implementation of calculated parameters and multi-language support
SP3Manager is the application dedicated to raw spectral data management. It serves as the reference tool for those working directly with spectra generated by Polispec systems, such as researchers, data scientists, and laboratory technicians, who need to access information in a flexible and structured manner.
The system enables the acquisition, visualization, and analysis of spectra, the construction and organization of calibration datasets, and the export of spectral files into the most common formats for processing with third-party chemometric software.
It is the essential starting point for developing new analytical models: from collecting reference spectra to creating balanced and representative datasets, SP3Manager supports the entire calibration development workflow, making the process perfectly reproducible and traceable.
Key features:
- Import, visualization, and analysis of spectra generated by Polispec instruments
- Construction and organization of structured calibration datasets
- Export in various formats (CSV, JCAMP-DX, SPC, etc.) for processing with third-party software
- Traceable workflow for the development and validation of new chemometric models
- Reference tool for R&D, laboratories, and product development teams
The mounting kits are engineered to ensure efficient and safe integration into various industrial plant configurations.
These are paired with specific accessories that expand the system’s operational modes, enabling its use close to the production line and portable configurations as well.
This modularity allows the solution to be tailored to precise operational needs, from continuous in-line monitoring to decentralized quality control.
All accessories are developed to maintain the highest standards of reliability, stability, and measurement repeatability, even under fluctuating operating conditions.
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