- In May 2025, Anton Paar unveiled its Next-Level Density Meter series—DMA 4101, DMA 4501, and DMA 5001—setting a new standard in digital benchtop density measurement. These instruments feature ultra-fast measurement modes delivering results in just 20 seconds, viscosity-correcting Pulsed Excitation Method (PEM), and up to 6-digit accuracy for demanding applications. With a 10.1" high-resolution touchscreen, intelligent software, and automated filling detection (FillingCheck™), the devices are designed for high throughput, data integrity, and ease of use across industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food & beverage, and petroleum
- In March 2024, Rheonics partnered with the Modbus Organization to integrate Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP/IP communication protocols into its density and viscosity measurement instruments. This collaboration enhances the interoperability and automation capabilities of Rheonics’ devices across diverse industries, including food processing, oil & gas, printing, and pharmaceuticals. By supporting both RS-485 serial and Ethernet-based communication, the integration simplifies system setup, reduces implementation costs, and enables seamless connectivity with existing industrial control systems
- In March 2024, Rosatom and Nornickel signed a strategic agreement at the ATOMEXPO-2024 forum to deploy next-generation radioisotope instruments, including radioisotope density meters, across Nornickel’s industrial operations. These devices, developed by Rosatom’s Institute of Physico-Technological Problems, use directional radiation to measure density and fill levels through the walls of pipelines and tanks—without interrupting production or requiring sampling. The partnership aims to boost automation, accuracy, and speed in monitoring metal-containing liquids, even under extreme Arctic conditions, while reducing reliance on foreign equipment. It also reflects broader efforts to enhance technological sovereignty and modernize Russia’s industrial infrastructure
- In October 2023, Rhosonics introduced the SDM ECO, a next-generation non-nuclear slurry density meter that marks a significant leap in sustainable process instrumentation. Designed to replace traditional radiometric systems, the SDM ECO uses ultrasonic technology to deliver real-time, accurate density measurements of slurries in industries such as mining, dredging, and tunneling. It eliminates the need for radioactive sources, reducing regulatory burdens and health risks while lowering operational costs. With improved accuracy, response time, and sensor design, the SDM ECO reflects Rhosonics’ long-standing commitment to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility
- In May 2022, Emerson inaugurated a Gas Analysis Solutions Center in Cumbernauld, Scotland, focused on advancing sensor technologies and electronic systems for oil and gas applications. The 62,000-square-foot facility houses engineering, development, and manufacturing resources for mechanical, electronics, and software design, supporting Emerson’s Rosemount™ gas analyzers, gas chromatographs, and densitometers. These instruments are critical for precise mass and volume flow calculations, emissions monitoring, and process control across industries such as hydrogen, biofuels, and pharmaceuticals. This strategic investment enhances Emerson’s process automation capabilities, reinforces its sustainability goals, and contributes to the evolution of benchtop density meter technologies through innovation and localized production
