Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 53 2024 | Page 10

Measurement & Control Solutions Maximizes Process Performance and KPIs

Nordson Measurement & Control Solutions ( formerly NDC Technologies ) allows international food companies to maximize process performance and KPIs through the measurement of moisture , fat / oil , protein and color .
The NDC Products brand from Nordson Measurement & Control Solutions features both at-line and on-line non-contact , NIR gauging solutions to meet the manufacturing challenges faced by the food industry .
InfraLab Series 9 Analyzers The InfraLab Series 9 family groups the benchtop analyzers to the Series 9 on-line gauge . It offers two instrument designs ( standard and the NEW Top-Loader ) to cover the full range of food applications , including powders , beans , grains , and semi-solid products . The InfraLab Series 9 analyzers are available in single- or multicomponent formats and allow for rapid color , moisture , fat / oil , and protein analyses ( only 5 seconds ) in process environments , replacing time-consuming laboratory methods or at-line instruments such as loss-on-drying or gravimetric moisture testing . With their greater processing power and measurement capability , the InfraLab Series 9 analyzers deliver deeper process insight into the operation , enabling a significant reduction in a company ’ s operational expenditure ( OPEX ).
Series 9 On-Line Gauge The Series 9 gauge is a nextgeneration process optimization solution for measuring color , moisture , and other key constituents on-line . It is specially engineered for 24 / 7 duty , helping manufacturers to meet product quality demands and efficiency goals . The Series 9 delivers
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The NEW Top-Loader facilitates sample presentation & reduces human error - it is ideal for powders , beans , grains and semi-liquids .
unparalleled measurement performance while maintaining simplicity and versatility in design and operation . The flexible , futureproof platform harnesses the full power of infrared spectroscopy . The user-friendly format requires no special operator skills or expert knowledge , yet it allows expert users to access the enhanced interaction capabilities as desired .
Overall , the Series 9 Color Gauge keeps you ahead with :
• Evolutionary technology that is flexible , adaptable and scalable to meet your changing needs .
• Enterprise-level intelligence compatible with Industry 4.0 .
• Easier operation and maintenance .
• Lower cost of ownership over a long lifetime of operation .
More information available on : www . ndc . com / food-bulk-materialsprocessing /