This company’s PAL Two (photo) is a new handheld spectrometer technology used for identifying various plastics and textiles, specifically in recycling processes. Designed with ergonomics in mind, PAL Two allows for single-handed operation, making it user-friendly and convenient. Additionally, it includes a built-in display that presents measurement results directly on the device, enhancing usability and accessibility for users. All of the company’s mobile near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy solutions can accurately identify over 30 different types of plastics, including common consumer plastics and engineering plastics, as well as quantify blends of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). In the realm of textile identification, the solution can detect a diverse array of fiber materials including acrylic, cotton, elastane, polyamides, polyester, silk, viscose and wool. It also has the capability to analyze textiles composed of multiple materials. The spectroscopy platform is accompanied by an app that leverages cloud-based data analysis, along with a user portal for managing results, reports and data. — trinamiX GmbH, a subsidiary of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany