ASSESSING THE QUALITY OF RAW MILK

The BactoCount IBCm 3.0 from Bentley Instruments is an all-new, redesigned, semi-automated instrument for the simultaneous real-time analysis of total flora and somatic cells in raw milk at a speed up to 50 analysis/hour. Using a proprietary process based on the company’s third-generation flow cytometer, the IBCm3.0 produces highly accurate, reliable results, the company says. This simple-to-use instrument provides a rapid test for bacteria and somatic cells, making it the ideal solution for any processing plant or laboratory involved in the quality assessment of milk.

952-448-7600; www.bentleyinstruments.com

ANALYZING FAT WITHOUT CALIBRATION CONSTRAINS 

The Oracle Fat Analyzer from CEM is a breakthrough in fat analysis. It is the first ever rapid fat analyzer that requires zero method development. Utilizing AOAC-approved methodology, the Oracle delivers reference chemistry accuracy and exceptional repeatability in just 30 seconds, the company says. Existing rapid techniques require specific channels or methods, which must be calibrated against wet chemistry reference results. Oracle’s unique direct analysis technology is free from calibration constraints, providing the ability to accurately analyze fat in any unknown food sample. For customers seeking a rapid fat and moisture result, Oracle will pair with the SMART 6 Moisture/Solids Analyzer for analysis in minutes.

704-821-7015; www.cem.com

TESTING FOR HYDROGEN PEROXIDE RESIDUALS

Dairy packaging line operators needing to quickly and easily test for hydrogen peroxide residuals can rely on the CHEMetrics’ I-2016 Single Analyte Photometer kit featuring the company’s K-5543 Vacu-vials ampoules. Combined with its A-5505 NIST Traceable Hydrogen Peroxide Standard, analysts can be assured of fast, accurate test results administered right on the production floor or in the quality lab. Study results show that, when compared to test strips, CHEMetrics’ HP snap-and-read test kits in the critical 0-0.5 ppm test range deliver precise test results at low sub ppm levels without the need for test kit refrigeration, the company says. 

800-356-3072; www.chemetrics.com

MAXIMIZING LABORATORY EFFICIENCY 

Performing proper analysis of all dairy products is a critical step in maximizing laboratory efficiency and overall productivity. Analysis can be used to determine the identity and quality of raw materials throughout a processor’s laboratory, as well as to tighten targets and prevent out-of-spec products. Bruker Optics’ FT-NIR and IR analyzers are easy-to-use, reliable, and cost-effective final product verification units. Since each unit is based on the same FT-NIR platform, dairy processors can choose the right analyzer without compromising on precision and accuracy to ensure data integrity.

800-826-8302; www.nelsonjameson.com