When fresh produce like salad products are processed, the disinfection is often performed by adding hypochlorite solution to the wash water.
Several standards state this must be maintained at 50mg/L or greater concentration - a very high level in terms of measurement for quality control.
Palintest offer two methods which are able to detect chlorine at such high levels for ongoing quality ...
Moisture balances offer a fast way to analyse the moisture content of food samples, and are ideal for quality control checks during production or before final product release.
However some of the balances contain glass parts, which presents a hazard in food manufacturing areas.
We've found two moisture balances that do not contain any glass, making them suitable for food production areas....
The team at Jenway have described a method to determine calcium level in milk samples using their PFP7 Flame Photometer. Calcium is usually present at about 120mg per 100ml milk, or 0.11%, but this varies with the type.
The method and equipment required are summarized below to test milk samples for calcium content.
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How can I measure the caffeine content in drinks? Caffeine is a naturally occurring molecule found in various plants worldwide, and found in beverages such as tea, coffee and soft drinks. [caption id="attachment_9540" align="aligncenter" width="290"] A wide variety of drinks contain caffeine - UV spectroscopy allows you to measure the amount present[/caption] The amount of caffeine present i...
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I came across your article about "DPD Tablets" on Camlab Info, and it's a valuable resource for anyone seeking information about water testing and analysis using DPD tablets. Your explanation of their usage and significance in water quality monitoring is quite informative.
This article on nanocolor tube tests is a gem for analytical enthusiasts. The idea of zero calibration is intriguing, and your detailed explanation makes it accessible. The step-by-step process helps demystify the technique for beginners like me. The use cases you've highlighted, particularly in...
Grant have introduced the new Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT), which is a liquid nitrogen and cryogen free controlled rate freeze and thaw system for cryopreservation in a wide range of applications. Cryopreservation is a process where biological materials such as cells, tissues...
A dipslide is a means of testing the microbial content of liquids. This is a common method of monitoring and measuring microbial activity within many systems and commonly cooling systems. Usually the use of a dipslide is the first line of defence for the testing of microbial issues that could be...
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Working with pressure/vacuum conditions in the lab is common but not all products are designed to withstand this. Products with appropriate geometry and wall thickness are suitable for working safely with pressure. For example, filtering flasks, desiccators, or flat flange vessels, as well as...
