Laser Imaging

We are a specialist supplier of laser imaging products and services.

Providing Spray Characterisation, Droplet / Particle analysis – Size, Shape & Velocity systems.
A range of High Speed, Pulsed laser illumination platforms.
System Rentals & Lab Contract Service with ISO 17025 process (accreditation no. 20625) for Respiratory devices.

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OUR IMAGING PRODUCTS

We offer a range of image based scientific instrumentation.    

From droplet, particle and bubble size measurement to spray form characterization through the quantification of spray pattern and plume geometry. High speed imaging of welding and ballistics events to process optimization. What ever your area of interest we have a range of products and accessories to meet your project requirements.

 

Take a look at the specification and product sections below for individual product details, or contact us to discuss your requirements.   

Portable particle and droplet measurement - 'VisiSize P15'
for fast moving sprays - the 'VisiSize N60'
High power laser - the 'Firebird'
Versatile development tool - the 'Envision Pharma R&D'
Compact, high speed laser - the 'Firefly'
Quality control tool - the 'Envision QC'

Whatever your area of research and whichever product you choose, from our lasers for high speed imaging applications to our lab and field instruments, you can be assured of the Oxford Lasers high standard of quality across the entire range.

Safety

Many of the solutions provided are Class 1 laser safe.  This means there are no laser hazards and they are safe to use in an open lab or facility without the need for laser safety glasses.  

Stability

Dedicated system specific software for both the VisiSize and EnVision range of products enables, repeatability of results, rapid training for users and enhanced system stability. 

Functionality

Whether you choose a portable plug and play system or a lab tool, integrated solutions enable fast installation and easy application/transfer of the system to multiple sites. 
VisiSize P15Spray characterisation - Particle and droplet measurement
Completely portable The most compact of the VisiSize range of sizing systems, the VisiSize P15 is a complete integrated particle and droplet size measurement tool.
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VisiSize D30Spray characterisation – image based particle and droplet measurement
Versatile and configurable Our mid-range sizing system the D30 is a high speed imaging tool built for laboratory research.
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VisiSize N60Spray characterisation –particle and droplet measurement in fast moving sprays
Ultrafast The big daddy of the sizing systems, our VisiSize N60 is a high performance size and velocity measurement tool.
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FireFLY500 SNew, compact laser light source
The FireFLY500 S is one of our compact 500W lasers that has been designed for high speed back and front illumination applications.
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FireFLY500 LSThe Compact Light Sheet Laser
The FireFly 500 LS is the diode laser manufactured with Time Resolved and High Speed Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) in mind.
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Firebird 1000w LaserHigh power, high speed laser
The Firebird is our high power (1000W) laser designed for a range of high speed imaging applications including Flame penetration.
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EnVision Pharma R&DVersatile R&D tool for the development of pulmonary drug delivery devices
A fully integrated R&D solution, the Envision Pharma R&D system offers spray velocity, flow visualisation, spray pattern and spray plume geometry measurements for the development of pulmonary drug devices.
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EnVision Pharma QCQuality control tool for the production of pulmonary drug delivery devices
A purpose built Quality Control tool, the Envision QC Is the perfect addition to your pulmonary device production process.
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Specification Summary Table
Service
Offered		 Product
Solution		 Specification
Offered		 Options
Available
Droplet Size Distribution VisiSize  Size range
Velocity range
Optical Access
Field of View
Continuous or transient event		 System Purchase
In house testing
On site testing
Spray Pattern EnVision Frequency of data capture System Purchase
In house testing
Plume Geometry EnVision Cone angle
Frequency of data capture		 System Purchase
In house testing
Velocity Profile EnVision Field of View
Maximum Velocity
Droplet size applied
Frequency of data capture

 

 System Purchase
In house testing
On site testing
Visualization of
Bright Events		 VisiWeld Frequency of data capture
Field of View
Optical access
Light spectrum from event

 

 System Purchase
In house testing

 

Sample of Imaging Products
image showing lab equipment used for high speed imaging applications

 


 

IMAGING SERVICES

Providing analytical data to support the qualification and validation of spray devices.  UKAS ISO17025:2017 process (accreditation no. 20625) for medical devices, generating data to meet regulatory requirements.

 

Using our in-house imaging systems to provide a wide range of qualitative and quantitative data on devices including High speed Imaging, Spray Pattern and Plume Geometry, event duration and velocity.  Whether you are conducting feasibility studies, process analysis or device characterisation, we can help.  

 

We test pMDI, Softmist, & Nasal devices. For breath actuated devices, our unique process allows us to capture data on the performance and behaviour of BAI, DPI and SMART inhales device under co-flow conditions.

 

Our Imaging team have a wealth of experience in image capture and analysis and would be happy to discuss your requirements and how we align with regulatory requirements.

 

Contact us to have a chat or arrange a visit today. 

 

Contract Services Laboratory
Development of inhaled drug delivery devices
Spray atomisation development for cosmetic industry
Weld viewing
Contract services for Agrochemical applications
IMAGING SERVICES AT A GLANCE
Set Up Visual Output Service Output
Velocity Profiles High Speed Movie sequences
Velocity profile plots
Raw Images of sequences 

Plume Geometry

   High Speed Movie sequences
Raw Images of sequences 
Plume Geometry reports

Spray Pattern

 plot showing spray pattern result from pMDI device High Speed Movie sequences
Raw Images of sequences 
Spray Pattern reports
 
Droplet Size Distribution High Speed Movie sequences
Raw Images of sequences
Size distribution reports
 
Bright Events High Speed Movie sequences
High-Speed Imaging High Speed Movie sequences

 

DEDICATED LABORATORIES ON-SITE 

photo of laboratory
 

Imaging contract services lab
 

 

 
Spray Pattern and Plume Geometry Measurement
Measurement of spray pattern and plume geometry with laser imaging techniques.

 
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Particle Size Measurement
Real-time image-based analysis to measure the size and shape of particles, droplets or bubbles.
 
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Particle Velocity Measurement
Real-time image-based analysis to measure the velocity of particles, droplets or bubbles.
 
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High-Speed Imaging
Using laser illumination for enhanced high-speed imaging performance.
 
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Bright Event Imaging
Using laser illumination to eliminate glare enabling a clear image of a bright event.
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We provide contract services to customers from a wide range of industries including Pharmaceutical, Fire Suppression, Aerospace and Automobile to provide characterization of devices and processes.

Our imaging experts will work with you with you to get real answers about your particles, droplets, spray or flow.

Depending on the experiment, we can carry out the work either at your own site or our own Imaging laboratories. 

We also offer a system rental service should you need one off testing for feasibility studies and experiments.

Contact us today to see how we can help you.

spray pattern of generic softmist device
Contract services lab - for device development
Droplet impact captured using high speed imaging techniques
Weld viewing - seeing through the glare
system rental service available
Sizing individual droplets 'in-flight'
Visualisation of spray break up

OUR RANGE OF IMAGING APPLICATIONS

Imaging analysis is what we do, our tools and services have provided invaluable data to our clients across a range of applications for many years.   

Imaging analysis is used in a variety of industries for numerous reasons.  Here you will find an overview of a selection of those application areas.  Further information is detailed in the sections below.

If you would like further information or for details on any other applications please contact us.

Fast sprays
P15 – Infield education of Agrochemical applicators
Analysis of sprays in the development of pulmonary devices
IMAGING APPLICATIONS AT A GLANCE
Industry  Application System

AgroChemical

Crop Protection

Extension services

Nozzle characterisation

Drone spray characterisation

VisiSize 

Food Production

Spray Drying

VisiSize 

Manufacturing

Industrial Nozzle Characterisation

VisiSize 

Automotive

Fuel Sprays

Paint Sprays

Cavitation

VisiSize

Pharmaceutical

Device Screening

Envision

Ballistics

High Speed Imaging

FireBird
RANGE OF EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE


 
Using PIV to understand Marine LifeHigh Speed Imaging and PIV
Understand the environment around us has raised a wealth of questions to investigate in the natural environment. Once we descend below the surface of the water, Scientists investigate complex interaction in the water column and understand how fish and invertebrates propel themselves through this medium.
 
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In Field TrainingCrop Protection

Crop protection is a major challenge for the Agricultural industry. Controlling disease, reducing chemical application rates and minimising environmental impact are among the challenges faced.
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Medical Device Developmentfor Respiratory Conditions
COPD / Ashma and Respiratory conditions affect a significant portion of the Worlds population. The Pharma & Medical device industry continue to investigate device behavior and performance to optimize the delivery efficacy of their products.
 
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Spray DryingSize and Shape Formation
Droplet size and shape information are critical parameters within spray drying due to their impact on the physico-chemical properties of the final and the effect on the performance/behaviour of the final product
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Fuel SpraysDroplet size distribution
The droplet size distribution is critical for fuel efficiency and effective combustion development within compressed and spark ignition engines as this directly impacts the effective mixture preparation of the fuel in the engine.
 
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Separation and FiltrationProcess Optimisation
For the Food industry, “Quality” is critical. For the industry to survive and expand, at its’ core is the requirement to provide a product which is produced to the highest quality with quality ingredients and to ensure the process operates efficiently.
 
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Industrial NozzlesDroplet size and velocity
Droplet size and velocity are key characteristics of industrial sprays and represent the quantifiable characteristics that enable the optimisation of the conditions used to generate the spray for the specific application. 
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Shower Development
There are several factors that influence shower development; including disease prevention, environmental considerations and, of course, user experience.  
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Steel ProductionHot-rolled steel coil manufacture
It is the microstructural constituants of the material that define the mechanical properties of steel, namely the strength, hardness and dislocation density of the material.
 
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Automotive
Diesel Fuel Injectors
Paint Spray 
Cavitation
Cooling spray
plus many more
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Agrochemical
Extension services
Quantification of the driftable component
Nozzle characterisation
Crop penetration 
Drone spray characterisation
Adjuvant influence on driftable component
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Pharmaceutical
Rapid Screening of Devices
pMDi 
Nasal
Soft Mist
Dry Powder
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