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Dansensor CheckPoint 3 MAP headspace gas analyzer

August 18, 2017

The Dansensor CheckPoint 3 portable, battery-powered MAP headspace gas analyzer features an intuitive graphic interface and comes in 3 models to meet a variety of food processing data needs.

Regulatory Watch

FDA amends carcinogenicity testing requirements

Updated regulations eliminate requirement that a sponsor conduct oral, chronic, dose-type studies.

Casey Laughman

July 27, 2017

The Food and Drug Administration is amending the regulations governing carcinogenicity testing requirements for food-producing animals.

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Sentry IsoPure aseptic samplers

June 8, 2017

Used to sample liquids from closed systems, Sentry IsoPure 3-A-certified aseptic samplers integrate into aseptic and hygienic production lines.

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TOMRA FatScan fat analyzer

June 8, 2017

Offering the continuous analysis of composition and standardization for meat products, the TOMRA FatScan fat analyzer measures chemical lean content and displays the results.

Food Safety

Evolving pathogen testing methods offer better, faster alternatives

New technologies offer more speed, better accuracy and ease of use for pathogen testing.

Debra Schug

March 15, 2017

Silent and undetectable to the naked eye, pathogens are the nemesis of processors.

Engineering R&D

New equipment allows for sampling, testing water in real time

Testing looks at chemicals, turbidity, microbiological/organic contamination

Wayne Labs

February 22, 2017

The Fluidsens system can be used to monitor for contamination in continuous water flows in food and beverage facilities.

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Perten DA 7250 SD NIR meat analyzer

January 18, 2017

Designed for labs and production areas where sanitary designs are required, the Perten DA 7250 SD NIR IP65-certified meat analyzer uses open-faced, disposable dishes.

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ECD Application-Specific Industrial pH analyzer system

January 13, 2017

The ECD Application-Specific Industrial pH analyzer system includes plug-and-play S80 sensors with replaceable cartridges.

Engineering R&D

Speeding up the ATP detection process

ATP bioluminescence testing assures cleanliness before manufacturing process, when every second counts.

Wayne Labs

January 13, 2017

Shortening the result time can mean more samples tested, and more areas verified as clean.

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Pulsemaster Solidus PEF pilot-scale batch unit

January 9, 2017

The Pulsemaster Solidus pulsed electric field (PEF) pilot-scale batch unit determines the effects of PEF on the plant cell viability of potatoes intended for making French fries and potato chips.