Yes, the data loggers of the EBI 25 series, which can be used for continuous monitoring of warehouses, refrigeration units, freezer units and ovens, can be read via radio waves. For this, at least one receiver station (IF 400) is required as well as software (Winlog.wave or Winlog.web).

If thresholds are exceeded during measurement, you receive notification in the software and an email on your smartphone, for example.

A manual measurement device can be used to measure temperature, relative humidity, pressure, pH value, conductivity, sugar content, salt content and alcohol content, oil quality and refractive index. In the private sector, it is primarily used as a thermometer for the ambient temperature as well as the core temperature of roasts and frozen items.

In the commercial sector, ebro manual measurement devices provide a highly comprehensive spectrum especially in the food industry. Thermometers in foldable or infrared versions are among the standard instruments here as well. Further varieties have exchangeable cable sensors. ebro provides both devices with factory calibration and with what is called conformity confirmation. The former can be used by authorities, experts and controlling bodies as their measurement accuracy is recognised during judicial proceedings if the case should become serious. For devices for measuring pH values and conductivity, the electrodes - depending on the various requirements - can be exchanged quickly and easily. For the measurement of pressure ratios, ebro provides high-quality vacumeters, even with EX approval upon request.

Refractometers from ebro measure the exact contents of certain ingredients in semi-solid foods and liquids such as alcohol, sugar or salt. They are used both in the food industry for quality inspections and in many laboratories. They differ from manual measurement devices primarily in their construction. Some models, for example, record measurement values using sensors that can be inserted in direct contact while others work with touchless infrared sensors.

For continuous measurement of values such as pressure, temperature, relative humidity, pH value and conductivity, ebro provides an extensive assortment of highly reliable and precise data loggers. Set up is similar for all devices no matter whether as a pressure gauge or a bottle logger. One or more sensors measure the desired value in certain intervals and transmit the measurement reading to a receiver unit. Because the interface is - without exception this day in age - set up digitally, the values can be transmitted directly via radio waves or saved to a USB data logger, for example. This is then evaluated later on a computer or laptop.

Data loggers with the appropriate software can send warning signals if the measurements prove that the current values either fall short of or exceed the standard values. This facilitates immediate reaction and/or correction such as when a cold chain is interrupted during transport.

So that the continued safe use of data loggers can be guaranteed, the devices should be calibrated regularly. As the manufacturer, ebro provides this service as part of its service features and also advises customers  which intervals should be observed regarding calibration.

The fundamental difference between a manual measurement device and a data logger is that with the former, current values are measured ad hoc. With the latter, there is constant measurement including the storage of data which can be processed and analysed with special evaluation software.

A manual measurement device is practical when, for example, the temperature of food such as fish or meat in the refrigerator has to be measured. For running processes in production which must be completed under consistent conditions and allow only slight fluctuations, a data logger is the better and more reliable alternative. ebro manufactures PDF data loggers, for example, which process the recorded values graphically or numerically without special software so that they can be quickly reviewed on a monitor or as a print-out.

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What is the difference between calibration and conformity assessment?

That depends on the application.

For use during transport, we recommend the loggers of the EBI 300/EBI 310/EBI 330 family as these can be read via USB port on any computer without an additional interface or additional software.

For routine checks in the hospital, we recommend the EBI 12 or the EBI 16 data logger for checking steam sterilisers, cleaning and disinfection devices, cleaning and disinfection devices for flexible endoscopes or bedpan washers or for electronic Bowie & Dick tests in autoclaves.

For validation, we recommend the data loggers of the EBI 12 or EBI 11 families as these are versatile and provide a very high level of accuracy.

For monitoring refrigeration units or warehouses, we recommend the loggers of the EBI 25 family as these check automatically whether the temperature limits are being adhered to and send an email in case of alarm. This means you are also warned at the weekend if any problems arise.

In the industrial sector, the EBI 40 is used first and foremost. Up to 12 thermal elements can be connected to it. Because of the various sensors that are available for the logger, it can be used for almost any application ( for example, surface measurement, measurements within products, liquids or gases).

The loggers in the EBI 10, EBI 100, EBI 16, EBI 11, EBI 12 and EBI 20 series are placed into an interface which is connected to a computer via USB cable. Software is also required for programming and reading.

The loggers in the EBI 300, EBI 310, EBI 330 series have a USB port and can be connected directly to a computer or a PDF-capable printer with a USB host interface. With this connection, they automatically generate a PDF report that can be saved and printed.

The radio wave loggers of the EBI 25 series require the IF400 interface. They send the data via radio waves (868 MHz) to this interface facilitating continuous monitoring of refrigeration devices, storage rooms, etc. virtually in real time. Moreover, software (Winlog.wave or Winlog.web) is required for programming and reading.

The loggers of the EBI 40 family can be connected to a computer either with the provided USB cable or they can be read using a USB stick. The measurement data is saved on the stick as soon as it is connected to the logger. After that, it is only necessary to connect it to a computer and evaluate it using software.

Yes, the EBI 12-T221/T421 can be used in the EBI TIB thermal insulation box as follows:

at 200 °C = 90 min.
at 250 °C = 65 min.
at 300 °C = 55 min.
at 400 °C = 40 min.

Following this application, it must be taken from the thermal insulation box and allowed to cool to room temperature. 

An alternative is to use the data logger EBI 40-TC01/TC02 together with the type TPN 1221 sensors. These can measure up to +1200 °C 
where the logger remains outside and only the sensors are inserted.

ebro^®offers a wide range of handheld instruments for different application areas. The largest segment are thermometers. In this field, the company’s portfolio includes core thermometers with different probes or to penetrate the materials to be measured, contact thermometers, folding thermometers with foldable probes as well as infrared thermometers with laser functions.

Other handheld instruments are hygrometers, pH meters, vacumeters, refractometers as well as a food oil monitor. For complete control during the preparation, storage and transport of food, ebro provides a food inspection case with rich equipment. It contains the food oil monitor, a laboratory and a dual infrared thermometer, a temperature data logger, a pH meter as well as useful accessories such as an electrode cleaner, buffer solutions, knife, scissors, tweezer, a magnifying glass and a flashlight.

Most ebro^®products are delivered with factory calibration and the corresponding certificate. They should, however, be recalibrated by commissioned experts at certain intervals in order to ensure constant reliability.

The thermometers are used to measure the ambient temperature or the core temperature of frozen or fried food. Thermometers with thermocouples are used in laboratories and in the industrial sector, such as in the areas of climate control and heating technology, for the measurement of air, gases and liquids, for injection moulding tools and motors.

The hygrometers are used to determine the humidity and the dew point calculation, and pH meters display the pH value of a solution. Using the vacumeters, the physical pressure of media such as liquids or gases is measured. In this segment, ebro also supplies models with Ex approval which comply with the European Directives on explosion protection.

With the refractometers, the concentration of certain substances in liquids are determined. In its range of products, ebro offers devices to measure the salinity (NaCl), seasoning and starch, sugar and salt in Grad Brix, the probable alcohol content as well as the concentration of seawater (PPT and SG) an.

The food oil monitor is used to check the quality of deep-frying oil. With its limit indicator (red/yellow/green), it displays immediately whether a deep-frying oil can still be used or has to be replaced. This device is used wherever food is cooked in oil.

It stands for 'Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points'. It is a concept based on the following considerations: What could go wrong, and how can we prevent it? First, we analyse what could negatively affect food quality (hazard analysis). Then, measures are defined to avoid these risks. This involves determining when, where, how often and by whom checks should be carried out to ensure the effectiveness of these measures (critical control points).

This term is particularly used in the food industry. In the EU, every company that trades in, transports or stores food is obliged to implement and regularly apply an HACCP concept. In principle, it is recommended that almost every company and industry considers how to avoid negative impacts on product quality. This principle is also applied in various forms outside the food industry. HACCP merely describes the specific procedure to be followed within the food industry.

Investigations revealed that the meat patties were not contaminated, which is a common problem in
previous incidents in the food industry. Instead, it was the chopped vegetables, specifically the onions, that were contaminated with bacteria. Many consumers are unaware that plant-based foods can contain pathogens as contamination is often invisible and undetectable by smell. This is in contrast to spoiled raw meat, poultry or fish, which are usually noticeable.

This incident is not an isolated case; there are currently reports of rocket salad contaminated with salmonella. At the end of July, the RKI reported the first cases of illness caused by the Salmonella Umbilo bacterium.

The contamination was probably not caused by an interrupted cold chain, but rather by inadequate hygiene. Nevertheless, strict adherence to the cold chain is crucial as this slows down the growth of microorganisms, significantly reducing the risk of disease. Various ebro measurement solutions are available to ensure temperature control.

• Data loggers, such as the EBI 20 standard logger, are ideal for reliably recording temperatures in cold rooms and refrigerators.
• Monitoring systems, such as the EBI 25 wireless data logger, use Winlog.web software to enable automatic near-real-time monitoring.
• Dual thermometers, such as the TLC 750i, enable fast and accurate incoming goods inspection.
• Bluetooth measuring devices, such as the TLC 750 BT, enable seamless documentation of temperature measurements and offer greater transparency when used in combination with HACCP-compliant software solutions.

These solutions help ensure compliance with strict HACCP requirements and guarantee food safety at all stages of the process.

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Different materials and surfaces have different abilities to emit infrared light, providing information about temperature (emissivity). Most products in the food sector, including liquids and food packaged in cartons or plastic containers, have an emissivity of u.

However, bare or metallic surfaces can lead to inaccurate measurements due to their ability to reflect light and heat rays. Such problems can be avoided by measuring blackened areas of the object (e.g. a barbecue) or by painting the surface matt black or covering it with matt adhesive tape. After covering, wait a while before taking the measurement so that the covering material can reach the same temperature as the object being measured.

Our thermometers are factory set to an emissivity value of 0.95. This value can be adjusted within the range 0.10 (display: 10E) to 1.00 (display: 100E).

Here you will find our selection of infrared measuring devices.

Tips for precise infrared measurement:

1. The diameter of the measured area (measuring spot) increases as the distance between the measuring device and the object being measured increases. You can also see this in the increasing distance between the two red laser points on the object being measured as the distance between the measuring device and the object increases. The ideal measuring distance is between 5 and 10 cm.
2. Ensure that the object being measured is larger than the distance between the two laser points.
        The smaller the object, the closer you need to get to it.
3. If measurement accuracy is crucial, the object should be at least twice the distance between the two laser points.
4. The device is not suitable for taking temperature measurements on shiny or highly polished metal surfaces (e.g. stainless steel or aluminium). The device cannot measure through transparent surfaces, such as glass. Instead, it measures the surface temperature of the glass. Steam, dust and smoke can interfere with accurate temperature measurement. The device cannot measure through transparent surfaces, such as glass. Instead, it measures the surface temperature of the glass. Steam, dust, smoke, etc. can interfere with accurate temperature determination.
5. If you want to measure liquids, make sure you stir them thoroughly during the measurement!

Which calibrations does ebro offer?

Factory calibration

In general, most ebro measuring devices are delivered with a certificate of factory calibration. This way, the function and the tolerances defined in the technical specifications are guaranteed. The factory calibration is performed with factory standards calibrated by the German national accreditation body (DAkkS).

1. The calibration is performed at special facilities.
2. Trained experts create the factory certificate.
3. Verification of the calibration-capable characteristics is provided by the factory calibration certificate.

Conformity confirmation

Measurements made by a measurement device whose conformity has been confirmed are legally binding. This means that measurement means of this type are ideal for state controlling bodies to use such as food authorities or official experts.

1. At this time, only boards of weights and measures perform conformity confirmations.
2. Measurement devices whose conformity must be confirmed must have a special design certification from the Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB, national metrology institute of the Federal Republic of Germany)
3. The conformity confirmation specifies display correction, certification error limits and the period of validity.
4. With the TFX 422C, ebro offers a thermometer with conformity confirmation.

Calibration in accordance with ISO 9000 ff.

Modern quality assurance systems such as ISO 9000 ff, QS 9000, GxP and FDA require inspection equipment monitoring and thus regular calibration of the inspection equipment. With the help of an ebro ISO calibration, this can be performed inexpensively, quickly and precisely.

1. Technical calibration experts perform the calibration in a special laboratory.
2. The detailed documentation of the results is made into what is called an ISO calibration certificate with the information of traceability of the reference device.
3. Manufacturer-independent calibration, third-party equipment can also be calibrated.
4. The calibration also includes adjustment of the devices as required (but only for ebro devices).

For temperature and pressure, we recommend performing calibration annually; for humidity semi-annually. Upon request, we can also integrate you into the free ebro calibration reminder service. The price for calibration in accordance with ISO 9000 ff including certificate includes 3 defined standard calibration points. Optional special calibration points between -90 °C and +250 °C are also possible for a small fee. For calibration of temperature / humidity loggers, 2 to 3 calibration points of humidity are included in the price. A temperature calibration in the range of -40 °C ... +75 °C can also be performed.

Accredited calibration according to DAkkS guidelines

Factory-standard measurement devices from technical experts and some measurement tasks in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors – i.e. everywhere a particular degree of safety is required – often require a DAkkS calibration. This is performed specially by the PTB-monitored DAkkS laboratories.

1. Accredited laboratories perform the calibration.
2. Internationally recognized and comparable measurement results.
3. Only specially certified individuals perform DAkkS calibrations.
4. Traceable calibration in terms of EN ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025
5. Determination and documentation of the measurement uncertainty
6. Calibration independent of manufacturer, third-party equipment can also be calibrated

For temperature, we recommend performing calibration annually; for pressure and humidity semi-annually. Upon request, we can also integrate you into the free ebro calibration reminder service. The price for a accredited calibration according to DAkkS guidelines including a DAkkS certificate includes 3 calibration points between -90 °C and +250 °C or 10% … 95% for humidity calibration that can be chosen freely. Additional calibration points are also possible for a small fee.

Winlog.basic

• Supports: EBI 20, EBI 300, EBI 310, EBI 330
• Basic software for programming and reading ebro Data loggers
• User friendly: self-explanatory and easy to operate
• Report generation, Graphic and numerical display of measurement data
• Searching and enlarging of measurement data
• Data export into Microsoft^® Excel and into PDF
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 functionality also possible
• Current version now also supports Windows 11 (x64 und x86)

WLX Logger Software

Software for data acquisition with data loggers

• Supports EBI 20 product series
• All measured data are automatically stored in the database
• Automated report generation
• NEW: Threshold Violation Report
• Supports working on two screens

Winlog.pro

• Supports: EBI 12, EBI 10, EBI 11, EBI 20, EBI 40, EBI 100, EBI 300, EBI 310, EBI 330
• The professional software for programming and reading ebro data loggers
• Contains all properties of Winlog.basic
• Enables real-time monitoring with radio wave data loggers
• Formula editor for calculating the F_O value, the absolute humidity, the PE value, etc.
• Display of the time axis either absolute or relative
• Customised definition of individual areas possible (with custom statistics and calculations)
• Includes calibration tool for the data logger
• Integration of images and diagrams into reports possible
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 functionality also possible
• Optional IQ-/OQ documentation also available
• Current version now also supports Windows 11 (x64 und x86)

Winlog.med

• Supports: EBI 10, EBI 12, EBI 11, EBI 16, EBI 20, EBI 40, EBI 100, EBI 300, EBI 310
• For routine checks
• User friendly
• High-precision measurements
• Automatic report generation
• Automatic user-defined calculations
• Automatic recognition of process cycles
• Creation of user-defined templates for specific devices and thermal processes
• Three-dimensional display of sensor placement
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 functionality also possible
• Current version: 3.71

Winlog.validation

• Supports: EBI 12, EBI 10, EBI 11, EBI 16, EBI 20, EBI 40, EBI 100, EBI 300, EBI 310
• For routine checks and validation
• High-performance report and evaluation software for the stringent requirements of validation and qualification in the pharmaceutical and medical sectors
• User-friendly
• Highly accurate measurements
• Automatic report generation
• Automatic user-defined calculations
• Automatic recognition of process cycles
• Creation of user-defined templates for specific devices and thermal processes
• Three-dimensional display of sensor placement
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 functionality also possible
• IQ- / OQ documentation available
• Automatic completion of validation processes
• Current version: 4.2

Winlog.web

• Supports: data loggers EBI 25 series, MODBUS IP devices
• Professional version for multiple users
• Web-based server solution: the measurement data can be read on all computers and smartphones which are connected with the network
• Very flexible and comprehensive alarm management: alarm notifications due to specified events possible: alarm notification via email, visual and acoustical alarm via the user interface
• Connection of the interface IF 400 via USB and Ethernet
• FDA 21 CFR Part 11 functionality
• Administration of large quantities of data
• IQ- / OQ documentation available
• Current version: 3.11

ebro^® offers exactly the right solution and the evaluation software you need for your application.

On the Software and Drivers page you will find the download link to the free evaluation software Winlog.basic.