How to choose a Memmert Climate Chamber?
A climate chamber (also known as a test chamber, humidity chamber and environmental chamber) is used to simulate a range…
Tag: food testing
Measuring the pH of bread dough
In the food industry, pH monitoring may be required during the production or pre-production process for a number of reasons…
Using moisture balances to test food quality
Moisture and weight assessments provide critical information about content, quality and safety in food. Using a moisture balance will increase…
FOM Food Oil Monitor not reading correctly?
Q: My FOM Food Oil Monitor from Ebro is showing the total polar compounds % result going down, even though…
The Top 5 pH meters of 2016
We’ve rounded up the best 5 pH meters of the year – each has brilliant features and extras which have…
Which moisture balances are glass free for food manufacturing sites?
Moisture balances offer a fast way to analyse the moisture content of food samples, and are ideal for quality control…
Determination of Calcium in Milk using a Flame Photometer
The team at Jenway have described a method to determine calcium level in milk samples using their PFP7 Flame Photometer….
Penetration testing – consistency analysis in semi-solid products in food, cosmetics and more
Quality control tests in manufacturing environments are key to ensuring the finished product meets the agreed specification and is consistent…
Dissolved Oxygen analysis in Wine
The level of dissolved oxygen in wine is crucial in ensuring a long life, stable product which won’t spoil or…
A quick test for correct pasteurisation in milk
Pasteurisation (or pasteurization) is used in a range of liquid food and drink products to kill bacteria, making it less…
Arsenic Testing made Quick and Easy
Arsenic is a common element in nature found at low levels in soil, water and air and in residue from artificial pesticides…
How can I measure Salt in food?
Sodium is a mineral required by the body for normal functions, but excessive intake can cause high blood pressure and…