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Cases “How the next step in NIR analysis was made ”

Engineers behind the FOSS NIRS DS2500 and DA1650 feed analysers explain the thinking behind the two new solutions and how they were developed.

Cases “The human face of networking ”

Thanks to developments in internet networking technology, users of certain near infrared analytical instruments can now choose to have them managed by experts located at a central control centre. But who are these experts and wouldn’t it be better to stick to traditional support with a friendly face calling in from time to time? Bob Schumann, Manager of the FOSS North America customer support centre provides some insights for In Focus.

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InfraXact quality control

Cases “Quality feed for quality food ”

The quality of the products from leading Latin American dairy producers, Dos Pinos, starts in their own feed plant, where all raw materials and finished feed for their cattle are tested in a sophisticated feed laboratory.

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stable and robust calibrations

Cases “Making stable and robust calibrations ”

The right calibration strategy and a focus on making robust calibrations are cornerstones in an effective and reliable NIR operation.

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RINA internet management

Cases “Feed analysis based on RINA internet management ”

The art of controlling multiple near infrared analysis instruments is something that leading European laboratory Materlab in The Netherlands is familiar with.
Read more about the philosophy behind it and how Masterlab have increased the number of NIR instruments, while maximizing the usage and minimising the costs.

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Cows

Cases “NIR does pay ”

"Costs and profit need to be monitored, NIR gives you power and security" says Paul Gerardy, General Manager of Provimi Research and Technology centre in Belgium.

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Cases “Security measures ”

A major aquafeed producer in China is making good use of RINA software to link instruments in a secure network where each one can be carefully monitored and measurement data are always kept safe. Administration of instruments and calibrations is also greatly reduced.

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Trouw using RINA

Cases “Trouw Nutrition has made a business out of providing services through networking ”

Users just need an internet connection, a PC and sofware installation. Joining a network club is that easy.

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Efficient nutrition

Cases “Efficient nutrient management using NIR ”

NIR simplifies and speeds up the process of manure analysis and in doing so helps to develop effective nutrient management and reduce environmental impact.

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Andel quality control

Cases “Focus on increasing the quality of feed and let FOSS handle the support ”

Leading Danish feed producer jumps straight into the quality control driving seat with ready-to-use near infrared analysis backed by internet support.

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