Introduction

This online manual provides a single, authoritative reference for all Rhopoint Instruments hardware and software, supporting users from initial setup through to advanced application and data reporting. It is designed for operators, quality and laboratory personnel, R&D teams, and system integrators using Rhopoint solutions in both production and laboratory environments.

About Rhopoint Instruments

Rhopoint Instruments is a UK-based manufacturer of quality control test equipment, specialising in the measurement of surface and material appearance. The portfolio has evolved from glossmeters to include instruments for gloss, haze, DOI, texture, defect analysis, shade, opacity, transparency, coefficient of friction, and packaging performance.

Responsibilities and prerequisites

This manual assumes that users are familiar with basic laboratory and production safety procedures, and that instruments are operated within the environmental and electrical conditions specified in each product section. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments or quality system documentation; rather, it is intended to be integrated into existing ISO-based quality frameworks and local operating procedures.