Run production closer to specified targets. Consistent product quality. Optimise for key parameters. Reduced rework.
Butter, Fresh Cheese, Mozzarella, Greek Yogurt, Quark, Whey and Milk Protein Concentrates.
Fat, protein, moisture, total solids, solids non fat and protein-total solids ratio.
Get in touch with our specialists to discuss profit and quality improvement opportunities for your specific production.
The continuous flow of analysis data provided by ProFoss™ 2 allows you to shift production targets closer to fat and moisture specifications for immediate and lasting improvements to yield.
Each measurement is made up of high-frequency sub-scans. The frequency of measurement ensures that nothing gets missed and that you will always have a precise picture of any fluctuations in the process. Another aspect of the ProFoss™ 2 measurements is that they are made using near infrared transmittance, which penetrates deep into the sample. This avoids interference from moisture that can form on the surface of butter, cheese, yogurt or powders. Further, the ProFoss™ 2 measures directly in the process pipe with the patented 3rd generation FOSS lateral transmittance product interface. The new lateral probe gives a unique high-resolution signal for unprecedented accuracy. At the same time, the consistency of measurements ensures that all units can be relied on to always give the same high-quality measurements.
If you have multiple lines in your butter, cheese, yogurt or powders production, you will have full control of the entire production with our new multipoint solution. Measure process parameters across different production lines to ensure that each line produces according to the same specifications.
As any producer of butter, cheese, yogurt or powders knows, moisture can form on the surface, which is why it is important for the infrared light used in the measurement to penetrate deep into the sample. The lateral transmittance probe, as its name suggests, is positioned lengthwise in the pipe to measure from the core of the material in process. In addition, it uses a form of near infrared analysis called transmittance to penetrate deeper into the sample as opposed to so-called near infrared reflectance solutions which measure the surface of a sample.
The latest technology behind ProFoss™ 2 ensures consistent performance day in, day out and year after year. Building on the reliable measurements delivered by each and every analyser unit, software and digital connectivity services help to maintain stable high performance across whole populations of instruments.
Calibrations can be monitored and adjusted remotely from anywhere. Automatic instrument monitoring and alerts can be set up and maintenance schedules can be proactively planned for optimal uptime.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Measuring Technology: Lateral Transmittance | |
| • Analysis frequency | Real time: Average analysis time per result 2 - 3 seconds |
| • Wavelength range | 850 - 1050 nm |
| • Detector | Si Diode Array |
| • Spectral dispersion Si Diode Array detector | 1.0 nm/pixel |
| • Optical fiber protection: | Steel armoured (1, 3, 5 or 10 meters) |
| • Process line interface | Sapphire, 5 mm thick, with food grade FFPM O-ring seal. Fits into standard GEA Tuchenhagen Varinline Access Units with Ø68 mm opening or with Ø50 mm opening or FOSS Stainless steel welding |
| • Product temperature | Max 150°C (302 °F) |
| • Product pressure | Production pressure < 30 bar (< 435 PSI). Shock pressure < 75 bar (< 1088 PSI). Warning! Varinline access units higher than DN 80 permit a maximum pressure of 10 bar (145 PSI). |
| General | |
| • Technology | NIR technology |
| • Software package | ISIscan™ NOVA for instrument control |
| • Wavelength accuracy | < 0.5 nm |
| • Wavelength precision | < 0.02 nm |
| • Wavelength temperature stability | < 0.01 nm/°C |
| • Spectral Noise | < 60 micro AU |
| • Vibrations - require optical fiber fixation | 0.4 Grms |
| • Ambient operating temperature | Basic configuration -5 °C to 40 °C (23 °F to 104 °F) Cooling with a compressed air line allows use up to 65 °C (149 °F) ATEX configuration 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) |
| • Pressurised air – cooling (Amb. Temp. 45 - 65°C) | Cooling air Flow rate minimum 5 l/min, >99.9 % water free, >99.9 % free of oil and fine particles down to 0.3 μm |
| • Ambient humidity | < 90% RH |
| • Dimensions (W x D x H) | w x h x d = 420 x 420 x 135 mm ( 16.5 x 16.5 x 5.3 inches) + brackets to hold the unit |
| • Weight | 25 kg (20 kg) |
| • Cabinet / Housing materials | 1.5 mm (lid 2.5mm) Stainless Steel EN 1.4301 (SS2333) |
| • Mechanical environment | Process control equipment |
| • Degree of protection | IP 69* |
| • Approvals | ATEX & IECEx certified (dust explosion approved) |
| • Hygiene | 3A hygiene certified |
| • Communication | KEPServerEX (Ethernet, Analogue, Profibus/Profinet) to PLC/SCADA; FossManager™ |
| • Network | High quality, shielded LAN cable; minimum category 5e. RJ 45 (IP 67) LAN connections |
| • Power supply | 1 phase, 100-240 VAC (max ±10 % of the rated voltage), max. 40 VA, 50 - 60 Hx |
| • Operation | Indoor use or outdoor shielded from rain and direct sunlight |
| * IP69 is the highest protection for dust entering the unit. IP69 means protected against the effect of high-pressure water and/or steam cleaning high temperature | |
