Analytical solutions for the grain industry

Plant breeding The super grain that will save the world's food problems - unlikely to be found, but ongoing research in plant breeding is leading to higher yields and disease and pest resistance. FOSS analytical solutions provide convenient routine analysis options with either near infrared (NIR) or automated chemical analysis for reference analysis. On Farm What is the crop really worth? Should I segregate and blend before delivery? Where should we start harvesting and when? If it can't be measured it can't be managed. On farm testing with FOSS equipment gives accurate measurements in line with...

Final products At intake to crushing or milling virtually instant measurements of key parameters such as moisture and protein/oil content allow you to decide how to store and use raw material. In the process, continuous measurements keep you in the picture avoiding nasty surprises and helping to streamline your production for optimal results. At product release, rapid, reliable tests allow you to release shipments with confidence.

Plant breeding with near infrared (NIR) or automated chemical analysis for reference analysis FOSS solutions include the ability to present small and delicate samples without destroying the sample. In addition to protein, moisture and oil in grain, other ready-to-use application models are available such as extract for beer production and moisture in green malt. For the many additional applications, users can develop their own calibrations using FOSS calibration development software, just one example currently in use is the analysis of nitrogen in rice leaves as the taste of rice is deeply related...

Over 25 years of calibration development

On farm analysis with aligned near infrared The idea of giving farmers a portable instrument to measure grain in the field is nothing new, but until recently, getting the measurements in line with the measurements at the receival site has been problematic. On farm measurements with FOSS equipment (InfratecTM Sofia) are fully aligned with the results given by payment analysis at the receiving station (Infratec NOVA or Infratec Sofia). The Infratec NOVA has a number of approvals for trade purposes and is the official system used for payment by bulk grain handlers around the world. Deliveries can...

Receival and trade with rock solid near infrared analysis Rapid analysis at the weighbridge has become indispensible for modern grain receival. Today, over 10,000 InfratecTM grain analysers are in use for testing grain at receival sites. The Infratec is the official system used for payment by bulk grain handlers around the world and has a number of approvals for trade purposes. Grains, oilseeds and pulses can all be tested quickly, easily and accurately for payment and segregation. Most can be analysed directly without any sample preparation and, thanks to the Infratec stabilising technique patented...

A Test Weight Module allows rapid and accurate volume weight determination of the grain for milling potential and efficient silo management. Networked instruments Payment analysis must deliver unquestionable reliability and uniformity, regardless of location and operating conditions - a requirement that networked Infratec instruments have effectively addressed by giving identical measurements, wherever they are located. All major grain producing countries now use FOSS ANN calibrations and the Infratec system. Infratec networks have been recognised by both commercial and governmental authorities...

Ash is cash: new levels of accuracy provided by new NIR technology is helping millers to save thousands of Euros through better yield. FOSS solutions add significant value when acquiring grain for milling wheat flour, semolina, soy meal, ground wheat, middles, rice meal, corn meal, etc. Moisture and protein in entire batches of whole grain are measured as they arrive at the flour mill. This allows the perfect blend of grain for consistent quality products downstream in the milling process. It also helps to improve the tempering process by allowing the right timing, use of energy and water according...

Efficient milling with rapid NIR analysis in the process Rapid, routine analysis with FOSS instruments gives a higher level of knowledge in milling and is setting new standards for quality control in the ancient art of producing flour. With reliable information about moisture, protein, ash, gluten, water absorption and other key parameters, you can improve the consistency of end products and the entire milling process. For instance, new levels of accuracy in measuring critical parameters such as ash offers improved yield. The instruments are also highly robust complying with ISO 12099 standards....

Oilseed intake and crushing Take control Whether you work in oil-seed trading, crushing and refining, meal production or with traditional production of olive oil, reliable measurement results delivered in a simple, timely way give you more power to control production for optimal quality and profit. Analysis results for key control parameters are delivered in a fast, convenient way to help you simplify lab operations, avoid rework in production, ensure end-product quality and get the very best out of valuable raw material. The key to oil crushing starts by controlling the quality of the raw material...

Typical applications for FOSS solutions All in one, soy bean analysis The InfratecTM NOVA can be used to control soy beans for oils and moisture at intake. And with the sample transport module option you can use the same unit to test soy meal for moisture, fat, protein and fibre at the end of the process. Rapid analysis of oil composition Using rapid near infrared solutions such as the FOSS XDSTM Rapid Liquid Analyser you can analyse virtually any liquid or viscous suspension in both laboratory and at-line situations. Determination of FFA, moisture, Phosphorous, IV, K232, K270 and PV in less...

Technology overview Near infrared reflectance and transmittance FOSS solutions use either near infrared transmittance or near infrared reflectance technology all according to the job to be done. When measuring whole grain for instance, near infrared transmittance used in the InfratecTM NOVA grain analyser offers superior performance. Measurements are made in a lower wavelength range, 850 – 1050 nm. The higher energy level of the light in the lower range allows for deeper penetration into the grain kernels, so not only the surface, but also the inner part of the kernel is measured, giving a superior...