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The Benefits of Implementing a Reliable Color Quality Control Method for Limestone
Raw, solid limestone and loose powder samples can be challenging to test for color consistency because the texture of the sample is often uneven. Image Source: Shutterstock user photolike Limestone plays a major role in a number of industries and products, from building materials to cosmetics—limestone is even a key ingredient in certain pharmaceuticals and […]
Non-Contact Color Measurement Reduces Sample Prep Time and Improves Accuracy
Textured products may leave behind residue or crumbs on the surface of the sample holder. As a result, operators usually have to clean the surface thoroughly before testing a new sample. Image Source: Wikipedia user SCEhardt A popular food manufacturer has a huge number of different snack products in its line, from chips to cookies […]
Smart Spectrophotometers Offer a Better Way to Measure the Color of Cookie Samples
High-quality cookie products should be consistent in color from batch to batch. Image Source: Shutterstock user Natali Zakharova Few people can resist nibbling on a perfectly-baked cookie. Many find the mouthwatering, nostalgic aromas of caramelized sugar coupled with the rich golden brown crumbles downright irresistible. But if you’ve ever eaten an under or overbaked cookie, […]
Smart Spectrophotometers Help the Coffee Industry Increase Accuracy of Color Measurements
A smart spectrophotometer can measure the color of hundreds of coffee beans simultaneously. Image Source: Unsplash user Jason Wong The United States is home to some of the most avid coffee drinkers in the world. About 64 percent of adults in the U.S. say that they drink at least one cup of coffee every single […]
Using Spectrophotometric Color Measurement to Optimize Quality and Efficiency in Rice Production
With growing cost of rice production, quality control is becoming more important than ever to improve yields and optimize efficiency. Image Source: Shutterstock user WR.SISI There are about 482 million metric tons of rice produced globally every year and even relatively small farms typically have high output.1 The average rice farm contains about 600 acres […]
Using the Gardner Scale to Enhance Quality and Create Color Consistency in Edible Oils
The Gardner color scale is frequently used to measure color consistency in naturally yellow products, such as olive oil. Image Source: Unplash user Joanna Kosinska To a gourmet chef, a fine bottle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil is a thing of beauty. Many of these high-end oils are deep gold in color, with an […]
Monitoring the Color of Roasted and Cooked Nuts Using On-Line Spectrophotometric Instrumentation
The color of nuts can be an important indicator of taste and quality. Image Source: Pexels user Tookapic Nuts have served as an important food source across the world for thousands of years. While the consumption of wild nuts is believed to have been common in a number of ancient cultures, nuts were also “one […]
Color Measurement Solutions for Dark Roast Coffee Enhance Flavor
Color measurement solutions like spectrophotometers help you spot the difference between a dark bean and a burnt one. Image Source: MaxPixel user Nikon D7100 Although lighter roasts have a greater number of flavors than dark roasts, the reality is that many customers still prefer dark roast coffee. In fact, an estimated 42 percent of consumers […]
Rating Maple Syrup With Spectrophotometers Helps Producers Make the Grade
Maple syrup in the comb of a waffle. Image Credit: Unsplash user nabil boukala Growing up in New England, I was raised to pay attention to my maple syrup. We were allowed to eat as much “table syrup” as we liked, but when it came to the real stuff—the good stuff—we had to ration and […]
Spectrophotometers Help Orange Groves Produce Ideal Juicing Oranges
Growing conditions can significantly impact the color of juicing oranges. Image Credit: Unsplash user Brian Jimenez When you own an orange grove, your money actually does grow on trees. If you’re lucky enough to be in the orange business, this means it’s very important to know the best ways to keep your trees producing the […]
The LOVIBOND® Color Scale Improves the Quality and Consistency of Liquid Egg Products
Using the LOVIBOND® color scale, you can ensure that your liquid egg product is high in quality. Image source: Pixabay user Pexels An estimated 31 million people in the United States skip breakfast each morning, in part because the preparation process takes too long.1 Busy work schedules and hectic morning routines make cooking a full […]