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Brookfield : What instruments for measuring viscosité, rhéologie and texture?

Since 1934, Brookfield (part of the AMETEK group) has set the benchmark for measurement in R&D and Quality Control laboratories. Its viscometers, rheometers, texture analysers and Bostwick-type consistometers serve the food and drink, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, paints and chemicals sectors. With a complete ecosystem of accessories, traceable calibration oils and dedicated software, Brookfield solutions deliver reliable, reproducible results compliant with ISO/ASTM standards and data integrity requirements.

An industry benchmark since 1934

Founded in 1934 around its iconic dial-reading viscometer, Brookfield turned a simple idea — letting flow tell the story — into a universal language for laboratories. Based in Middleboro (Massachusetts, USA), the brand quickly earned the trust of the process industries thanks to instruments that are rugged, easy to calibrate and comparable from one site to another. Over the decades it expanded its expertise: rotational control and testing, advanced rheology, texture analysis and powder behaviour. In 2015, Brookfield joined AMETEK, accelerating innovation, industrialisation and global support. Today, with an international service and training network, the brand remains true to its founding values: precision, ease of use, repeatability and long-term metrological support.

Expertise and Areas of Specialisation

Recognised as “the world standard” in flow measurement, Brookfield covers every need from the laboratory to manufacturing.
• Viscosity and rotational rheology. Viscometers (LV/RV/HA/HB ranges) measure a wide span of viscosities using standardised spindles and the rotational method. Key accessories: UL Adapter for low viscosities, Small Sample Adapter for small volumes, Thermosel for high temperatures, DIN Adapter and Helipath stand for thixotropic materials. The rheometers from Brookfield (cone-plate, coaxial cylinder, parallel plates) characterise yield stress, thixotropy and flow behaviour in accordance with ASTM/ISO methods.
• Software and compliance. Software platforms (e.g. Rheocalc, Rheo3000) run tests, flow curves and statistical analysis with full traceability, user management and optional 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for regulated environments. Traceable calibration oils and IQ/OQ/PQ services ensure robust qualification and validation.
• Texture and mechanical behaviour. Consistency-measurement instruments such as the Bostwick consistometer (compression/tension, dedicated probes) quantify firmness, creaminess, crispness or extrudability. Essential in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to correlate perceived sensation with measured parameters.
• Bostwick consistometer: Measures the consistency of viscous products such as sauces, jams, chocolate, etc., by the distance travelled in a given time.

Why Brookfield? Proven robustness, high inter-site reproducibility, a rich range of accessories, and methodological know-how that sets the benchmark. From paints to creams and syrups, from gels to adhesives, the brand delivers reliable results, transferable methods and expert support that streamlines your decisions.

Brookfield products distributed by Dutscher

Brookfield brand FAQs

Are Brookfield instruments suitable for QC and R&D?
Yes. The ranges cover method development, analytical method transfer and routine QC, with ISO/ASTM-compliant methods and traceability options.

What guarantees and services does the brand provide?
Manufacturer’s warranty, technical support, calibration with traceable oils, and IQ/OQ/PQ maintenance contracts for regulated environments.

Are accessories cross-compatible between models?
Many accessories (UL, SSA, Thermosel, Helipath…) are available across the LV/RV/HA/HB families. Dutscher will advise on exact compatibility before you buy.

Do Brookfield software packages support 21 CFR Part 11 compliance?
Yes, certain configurations include user management, e-signatures and an audit trail to meet data integrity requirements.

Which quality and regulatory certifications apply?
Sites certified to ISO 9001, CE-marked instruments, and compliance with RoHS/REACH directives depending on model and region.

In which sectors does Brookfield excel?
Food & beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, paints/inks, chemicals and adhesives, from the laboratory to the production floor.