As you might be aware, we test our pHit Scanner in a variety of samples to gather internal data. On occasion, we also measure these same samples using our 4 glass benchtop pH meters that we have in our lab. To provide you with an understanding of how well the pHit Scanner works, we then compile the data to compare the two and share this with all of you!

This week we have added three new samples:

• Barbecue Sauce
• Organic Salsa
• Pasta Sauce

We already have a wide variety of other samples listed on our Applications page ranging from cottage cheese to human urine to sodium acetate buffer.

Take a look around to see if we’ve compiled data for your application or request that we test it if you don’t see it!

The Berkeley Engineer magazine shows the creative design of a toilet that turns human waste into “safe sludge” that can be disposed of or processed into fuel or fertilizer.  The key to the “pHree Loo” is mixing of waste to create ammonia and then raising the pH of the ammonia to 12, at which point the ammonia becomes a disinfectant that acts on remaining pathogens.

Congratulations to Professor Kara Nelson and post-doctoral researcher Temitope Ogunyoku on this promising use of pH control which may provide great value worldwide!

You can read the full article with display model here on page 6.

The Applications tab contains data and information about the wide array of applications in which pH can be measured using the pHit Scanner.

• Map – We’ve created an interactive applications map that houses a simple breakdown of the various applications in which the pHit Scanner can measure pH. By navigating this map, you can also find pHit Scanner measurement data for specific applications such as Ground Beef, or request that we measure an application in our lab. This page is updated as new data is available.
• Briefs & Data – Briefs & Data is a text-based view of the Applications Map, allowing you view the various applications in which the pHit Scanner can measure pH. You can also find measurement data for specific applications or request that we measure an application in our lab. This page is updated as new data is available.
• Resources – As a hub for all things pH, we’ve compiled articles and websites that discuss the role of pH in a variety of applications. This page is updated as new data is available.
• Requests – This page allows you to request that we test the pHit Scanner in a specific application.

The pHit™ Plaform tab contains information relating to the technology behind the pHit platform, the pHit Scanner, and the future uses of the pHit platform.

• pHit Scanner – This page provides an in-depth look at the key features of the pHit Scanner, such as calibration-free and dry-storage. You can also see a brief video of the pHit Scanner in action.
• pHit Platform – This page details the technology behind the pHit Scanner and explains how we were able to achieve our calibration-free pHit handheld scanner.
• The Data – Using data gathered in our lab, this page supports the ability of the pHit Scanner to successfully perform in a variety of scenarios (i.e. ladder testing), temperatures, sample sizes (i.e. low volume), and sample types (i.e. solids). This page is updated as new data is available.
• The Savings – We’ve put together an analysis of how the pHit Scanner can reduce your costs and save you significant money. We even created a calculator that will allow you to calculate your estimated savings based on your typical costs (i.e. cost of your pH meter, calibrations per weeks, etc.).
• Use Experience – This page explains how the pHit Scanner has been designed to provide you with a great use experience, with features such as data transmission via Bluetooth® or USB, cordless design and rechargeable battery.
• The Future – This page discusses potential future variations to the pHit Scanner, which include the pHit Micro™ for microvolume measurements and the pHit Flex™ for hard-to-reach measurements.
• Sensor Integration – This page allows interested parties to reach out to Senova about working to integrate the pHit sensor into existing or new products to provide an enhanced user experience or to enable entirely new applications.

The News tab contains information about Senova Systems and the pHit Scanner in the news and media.

• Press Releases – This page contains every Press Release from Senova Systems.
• In The News – This page contains links and references to Senova Systems in the news, such as articles, blogs, and advertisements.
• Events – This page contains information about future events Senova plans on attending and past events that Senova has already attended.
• Press Resources – This page contains information for anyone in the press that would like to contact us or quickly learn more about Senova Systems.

If you have any questions about the website, don’t hesitate to email us at info@SenovaSystems.com!

Frost & Sullivan, a global research organization of 1,800 analysts and consultants who monitor more than 300 industries and 250,000 companies, also published a 9-page report  that explains how Senova Systems fared in each category and how the scores were determined.

You can find out more about Frost & Sullivan by visiting www.frost.com.

Frost & Sullivan ranked Senova Systems and competitors on five categories of equal weight: Innovative Element of the Product, Leverage of Leading-Edge Technologies in Product, Value Added Features/Benefits, Increased Customer ROI, and Customer Acquisition/Penetration Potential. Senova Systems received a weighted score of 9.1, with the second closest competitor receiving an 8.2. Frost & Sullivan noted that the calibration-free and wet-dry reversible “pHit scanner offers a number of benefits over the traditional pH electrode.”

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We are very excited to introduce our first product at PITTCON in Orlando, March 12-15.  Come see us at Booth #2482 where we will be showing our revolutionary new pHit pH scanner and showcasing our expanding portfolio of applications for our sensor technology platform. The pHit hand held pH scanner will deliver an enhanced user experience for routine pH analysis in the laboratory setting, and will open new horizons for partnerships through integration opportunities.