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Inline quality control in your food production

Inline quality control in your food production

Ensure product quality, avoid product loss and increase plant availability

Pressure on sales, margins and product quality, combined with a shortage of skilled labor, drive food processors to look at more efficient ways to increase productivity uptime and reduce product losses. By supplementing or replacing laboratory measurement with inline measurement instrumentation, production check steps can be greatly improved, thus increasing throughput and reducing hold times as well as the risk of off-spec product.

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Inline quality measurement enables processes to run with a higher level of control. Changes in the process, caused by raw materials, energy supply or operational influences, can be detected immediately. Inline quality control tracks the process every second to complement lab testing, completing the picture and facilitating continuous quality improvements. Endress+Hauser offers a wide portfolio of technologies and process instrumentation that help you:

  • Ensure product quality and protect your brand

  • Avoid product losses

  • Increase plant availability

  • Reduce raw material

Applications

pH measurement

More than 30% of all quality-relevant process measurements are related to pH. While this parameter is often used to monitor taste and consistency, the primary application is to ensure the correct pH levels in acidified foods for safety purposes.

Inline ph measurement
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Other examples include: monitoring the fermentation rate or determining when fermentation is complete, detecting trace CIP fluid contamination before packaging or bottling, monitoring the pH value to ensure the shelf life of the end product. Endress+Hauser offers a wide range of pH sensors, from glass electrodes and enamel sensor up to non-glass ISFET sensors.

  • Rely on glass sensors like the Memosens CPS61E for precise measurements and rapidly changing pH values.

  • For very sticky or viscous media such as mayonnaise, the Ceramax CPS341D enamel sensor meets the highest demands for measurement accuracy while providing optimal long-term stability and the lowest maintenance requirements.

  • The Memosens CPS77E non-glass ISFET sensor can be used with peace of mind for final pH checks or in production.

Density and concentration measurement

To monitor and control the consistent quality of a product, density must be measured accurately. To determine the concentration, the density values are converted to different units such as Brix, Baume, API, Plato or alcohol.

Monitor and control medium condition inline
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The medium density can be continually (inline) monitored and controlled in a wide range of applications, drastically reducing the effort involved in regular sampling and lab analyses. Endress+Hauser offers different physical measuring principles.

  • Measure density/concentration with superior accuracy using the Proline Promass Q 300. This flowmeter is optimized for liquid applications where entrained gas is known to be present.

  • Vibronic technology offers accurate density measurement in tanks. Hygienic design and cost-effective installation with up to 5 measuring points managed by a single FML621 density computer.

Color and turbidity measurement

Color and turbidity measurement are essential for quality and taste in edible oil, beverages, beer, wine and molasses. They are use in a wide variety of applications such as effluent monitoring, removing turbid substances in raw oil, product loss detection in dairies or simple phase separation.

Food production needs close monitoring of color and turbidity
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Ensuring each of these applications and processes requires permanent monitoring of the critical parameters color and turbidity. Endress+Hauser offers a wide range of optical sensors dedicated to the specific application need.

  • Precise inline color measurement in liquids in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum using our OUSAF22 color sensor, which measures the slightest color changes to ensure superior end product quality.

  • The OUSTF10 inline turbidity sensor is used for measuring suspended solids, emulsions and immiscible fluids in process liquids.

  • The OUSAF11 hygienic absorption sensor is used for phase separation or for ensuring that the right grade of milk is present. Also suitable for the immediate detection of product in CIP solutions and effluent or media leaking into chiller water lines.

Conductivity measurement

Conductivity measurement can provide early detection of contamination from improperly flushed lines or leaking valves. This facilitates early identification of the source of the issue and prevents contaminated products.

Installed sensor for inline quality measurement
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Endress+Hauser provides reliable and accurate instruments for all measurement ranges and conditions, such as CIP cycles or hygienic processes. Benefit from a wide range of sensors and transmitters.

  • Where speed of response or highest accuracy is needed, the Indumax CLS54D digital conductivity sensor is unmatched in the market.

  • Choose the compact conductivity device Smartec CLD18 for applications where the toroidal measurement is needed and an embedded transmitter is of advantage.

  • Use the Memosens CLS82E digital 4-electrode conductivity sensor for hygienic applications that need to cover a broad measuring range such as phase separation or fermentation.

Chemical composition measurement: Raman spectroscopy

Inline Raman spectroscopy measurements provide in-depth chemical composition knowledge about your process without the need to collect a sample for laboratory analysis. Raman spectroscopy can monitor multiple aspects of product quality with a single probe, around the clock, thus enabling in-process corrections and faster product release.

Measure chemical composition with Raman spectroscopy
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Incorporation of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) tools, such as Raman spectroscopy, into the process during early stages of process development helps deliver consistent product and process quality. With our proven reliability, repeatability, and compliance support, we have over 30 years of customer success in process improvements after implementing Kaiser Raman technology.

  • Would you like to learn more about Raman spectroscopy in the food & beverage industry? Then take a look in our application guide "Raman spectroscopy food & beverage".

Process insights

Click through these process maps and learn in detail where you can implement inline quality control in your processes. See the relevant critical process parameters and discover our product offering for specific measuring points.

Measure the product concentration inline and manage your process in real-time.

Measure and manage the color of your products inline

Inline pH Measurement in hygienic applications without glass

NIR/VIS-absorptiesensor voor bewaking van kleur en zuiverheid

De OUSAF22 NIR/VIS-absorptiesensor bewaakt kleur en zuiverheid in Ex-omgevingen en hygiënische processen.
  • Nauwkeurige kleur- en zuiverheidsbewaking voor een betere productkwaliteit

  • Snelle en directe inline-metingen voorkomen dure bemonstering en laboratoriummetingen

  • Waarden volgens de standaardkleurschalen (APHA/Hazen, etc.)

  • Laag-onderhoudssensor met een lange levensduur en stabiele werking

  • Uitstekende filterprestaties leveren maximale lineariteit

  • Geschikt voor reiniging ter plaatse (CIP) en sterilisatie ter plaatse (SIP)

  • Goedgekeurd voor gebruik in gevaarlijke omgevingen

Memosens-glaselektrode voor de chemische industrie en de life sciences-industrie

Ceragel CPS71D - digitale glazen pH-sensor voor veeleisende processen en hygiënische toepassingen
  • De sensor is bestand tegen sterke zuren, basen en zeer organische belastingen

  • Geschikt voor CIP/SIP en sterilisatie, waardoor een hoge nauwkeurigheid is gewaarborgd

  • Vrij van dierlijke materialen en van acrylamide

  • Optimale procesveiligheid dankzij contactloze, inductieve signaaloverdracht

  • Maakt voorspellend onderhoud mogelijk dankzij opslag van sensor- en processpecifieke gegevens

  • Lagere bedrijfskosten dankzij minimale procesonderbrekingen en een langere levensduur van de sensor

Wort boiling process in a brewery. Inline quality control of the parameter color and pH, take a closer look.

Toroïdaal geleidbaarheidsmeetsysteem voor hygiënische en steriele toepassingen

De Smartec CLD134 is een hygiënisch geleidbaarheidsmeetsysteem dat optimale procesveiligheid en -kwaliteit garandeert.
  • Uniek hygiënisch ontwerp voorkomt besmetting

  • Beschikt over alle hygiënische certificaten die vereist zijn voor hygiënische en steriele toepassingen

  • Gecertificeerde biocompatibiliteit volgens USP klasse VI

  • Voldoet aan EG 2023/2006 en 1935/2004

  • Geschikt voor reiniging ter plaatse (CIP) en sterilisatie ter plaatse (SIP)

  • Duurzaam dankzij ingekapseld, naadloos ontwerp

Innovative specialist for challenging applications with a compact, easily accessible transmitter

Picture of Proline Promass Q 300 / 8Q3B with flange connections and compact transmitter
  • Secured measuring quality – unmatched accuracy of mass flow, volume flow and density

  • Optimized performance for liquids with entrained gas – MFT (Multi-Frequency Technology)

  • Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature)

  • Space-saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs

  • Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and Ethernet

  • Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality

  • Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology

Meting van dichtheid, referentiedichtheid en concentratie van vloeistoffen in combinatie met een Liquiphant

Dichtheidscomputer FML621 - trillingsmeting
  • Metingen worden gedaan in tanks en leidingen zonder dat er extra leidingwerk nodig is

  • Groot aantal procesaansluitingen om uit te kiezen: universeel gebruik

  • Integratie van bestaande temperatuurmetingen voor temperatuurcompensatie

  • Geen mechanisch bewegende delen: geen onderhoud, geen slijtage, lange levensduur

  • Pompdroogloopbeveiliging kan worden gerealiseerd met dezelfde procesaansluiting

  • Aanvullende berekeningen, zoals voor de massa van het product, kunnen worden uitgevoerd in de dichtheidscomputer FML621

  • De geïntegreerde datalogger ondersteunt gebruikers tijdens de bediening en het onderhoud

Preparation and mixing of softdrinks. Density, conductivity and color are important parameters for quality - they all can be controlled with inline measurement.

Memosens-glaselektrode voor de chemische industrie en de life sciences-industrie

Ceragel CPS71D - digitale glazen pH-sensor voor veeleisende processen en hygiënische toepassingen
  • De sensor is bestand tegen sterke zuren, basen en zeer organische belastingen

  • Geschikt voor CIP/SIP en sterilisatie, waardoor een hoge nauwkeurigheid is gewaarborgd

  • Vrij van dierlijke materialen en van acrylamide

  • Optimale procesveiligheid dankzij contactloze, inductieve signaaloverdracht

  • Maakt voorspellend onderhoud mogelijk dankzij opslag van sensor- en processpecifieke gegevens

  • Lagere bedrijfskosten dankzij minimale procesonderbrekingen en een langere levensduur van de sensor

Benefit from our digital pH sensor Ceragel CPS71D in your sugar evaporation process.

Meting van troebelheid en zwevende stoffen door strooilicht en absorptie

De OUSTF10-sensor meet zwevende stoffen, emulsies en onmengbare vloeistoffen in procesvloeistoffen.
  • Nauwkeurige en zeer gevoelige zuiverheidsbewaking voor een betere productkwaliteit

  • Laag-onderhoudssensor met een lange levensduur en stabiele werking

  • Optioneel long-pass NIR-filter voor het minimaliseren van kleurgerelateerde meetfouten

  • Betrouwbare detectie van warmtewisselaarlekkages

  • Geschikt voor reiniging ter plaatse (CIP) en sterilisatie ter plaatse (SIP)

  • Goedgekeurd voor gebruik in gevaarlijke omgevingen

Discover our inline turbidity measurement in the process of edible oil neutralization.

Innovative specialist for challenging applications with a compact, easily accessible transmitter

Picture of Proline Promass Q 300 / 8Q3B with flange connections and compact transmitter
  • Secured measuring quality – unmatched accuracy of mass flow, volume flow and density

  • Optimized performance for liquids with entrained gas – MFT (Multi-Frequency Technology)

  • Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature)

  • Space-saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs

  • Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and Ethernet

  • Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality

  • Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology

Benefit from an accurate inline flow measurement with Proline Promass Q300 in the milk intake process.

Voordelen

Working together with numerous customers, our industry and application experts have achieved striking results in the implementation of inline quality control. Together we were able to ensure product quality and reduce product loss. Endress+Hauser guarantees you success from the very start. Our goal is to be a reliable partner in every aspect of your production.

  • 100%

    continuous real-time information

    from your production process.

  • 30%

    reduced risk

    of product loss by off-spec products with the elimination of blind spots between samples.

  • 40%

    longer lifetime

    of analytical sensors with Memosens technology.

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