Increasing your Products Shelf Life, Consistency, and Quality.

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1 Increasing your Products Shelf Life, Consistency, and Quality. Q U A R T Z A N A LY T I C S AC Making Science Simple ryst al Fi ltrat ion Com pany

2 Unsaturated and saturated fats, as well as nuts, chocolate, and other fat-filled foods are no longer being ridiculed in the world of food and nutrition. However, the health effects of rancid oils are becoming a hot topic. We monitor your products fat to increase your product s shelf life, consistency, and quality! What is FAT? Fats are molecules called triacylglercol and consist of a glycerol molecule and three fatty acid tails, connected via ester bonds. FAT is the new SKINNY! The fatty acid tails that are attached to the glycerol backbone are what make fats differ from one another. The fatty acids determine the nature of the oil from saturated to unsaturated, which also relates to an oil s stability. 2 3

3 What Makes Fat Go Bad? Not only do products containing rancid oils not taste or smell desirable, but they are also bad for your customers health. Effects are not immediate, but have been proven to lead to severe health effects down the road including: CC EXPOSURE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES NN VITAMIN E DEPLETION CC EXPOSURE TO OXYGEN NN CANCER NN HEART DISEASE CC PRESENCE OF METALS CC MOISTURE CC LIGHT Rancid Oil = s Disease 4 5

4 Complete Fat Molecule (Triglyceride) Breakdown via Hydrolysis Free Fatty Acids FFA s derive the broken acid chains from the parent molecule. This alteration occurs in unsuitable conditions for the processing and preservation of fats Represents a basic indicator of the integrity of the product Aldehydes Primary Oxidation Primary Oxidation Aldehyde content, specifically non-volatile aldehydes (principally 2, 4-dienals and 2-alkenals), is measured by para-anisidine Aldehydes are the result of peroxides decomposing during secondary oxidation The lower the AV, the better quality the oil Aldehydes are what give a product a rancid smell or taste Very harmful for human consumption Secondary Oxidation Peroxides Lower PV typically means the oil is healthier and of higher quality Low PV can also be caused by extensive secondary oxidation in aldehydes/anisidines PV is a primary indicator that the product will go rancid quickly A value to use that can easily indicate a product s shelf life 6 7

5 Keep Your Customers Safe and Happy! By testing and monitoring free fatty acids, peroxide values, and p-anisidine values, you can assure your customers that your products do not contain carcinogens or other unhealthy rancid fats. In addition to this, your product will taste better and be more consistent. There are three methods in place by the American Oil Chemists society to monitor free fatty acids (FFA), peroxide value (PV), and p-anisidine value (AnV). Each method typically involves a skilled lab tech, large amounts of hazardous chemicals, and a large time investment. Tests can be performed in-house or off-site. cdr FoodLab analysis eliminates these issues to ensure fats and oils can be monitored safely, efficiently, and precisely. We help save you time, money, and logistical nightmares. Better Taste + Better Health = s Happy Customers & Increased Sales We ve Made Testing Fat s and Oil s Easier 8 9

6 The cdr FoodLab device takes up minimal space and does not require a technician with any training in chemistry. In addition to this, our device expedites the entire testing process allowing you to maximize productivity and overall profits. How cdr FoodLab Works The cdr FoodLab Analyzer is a pre-calibrated spectrophotometer that utilizes LED light sources. These light sources have fixed wavelengths in order to determine a multitude of parameters in fats and oils, dairy products, vegetable purees, flours, wine, beers, and more. Plastic disposable cuvettes come pre-filled with reagents specified to each test, decreasing chemical usage and disposal. In-House with Minimal Training 10 11

7 LED Light Source Each reading cell has an LED light source that is set to a specific wavelength. With our LED s, there is no need to adjust the lamp to a specific wavelength. Pre-Filled Cuvettes The cdr FoodLab works in conjunction with specific reagent kits for each test. You simply add your sample using a provided micropipette. Detector The detectors measure the absorbance. Unlike standard spectrophotometers, the FoodLab goes a step farther and calculates results automatically. cdr FoodLab vs Traditional Titration cdr FoodLab Titration Test Preparation Time 5 minutes minutes Time Per Test 30 seconds minutes Test s Per Hour Cost Per Test $1.89 $1.75-$2.50 Quantity of Oil Required 1-10 ul ml Waste Generate Per Test 1 ml 75 ml Error.02% Use dependent Use Friendly for all Types Yes Must have chemistry training How cdr FoodLab Works 12 13

8 Display 5.7 TFT color LCD touchscreen Connectivity 2 USB 2.0 to transfer the database of tests and update configuration/software 1 USB type B for technical service and PC connection 1 Ethernet (LAN) Storage of Results Internal memory to store thousands results of analyses in CSV and XML files, compatible with all database formats (e.g. :XLS, SQL) Photometric Module 6 different wavelengths in 4 reading cells Incubation Module 37 C thermostated block with 16 positions Number of samples you can analyze at the same time 16 Multitasking Mode (possibility to perform more analyses on the same sample) Yes Printer Graphic printer on board 80mm width Dimension and Weight 32 x 29.5 x 13 cm (W x D x H) 2.80 Kg Power Supply 24 V Configuration / Analyses Configuration with the full panel of analyses Display 4.3 Wide TFT color LCD touchscreen Connectivity 1 USB type B for technical service and PC connection Bluetooth 2.1 Storage of Results Internal memory to store thousands results of analyses in CSV and XML files, compatible with all database formats (e.g. :XLS, SQL) Photometric Module 6 different wave Incubation Module 37 C thermostated block with 3 positions Number of samples you can analyze at the same time 3 Multitasking Mode (possibility to perform more analyses on the same sample) No Printer Absent Dimension and Weight 15 x 22 x 8.3 cm (W x D x H) 0.80 Kg Power Supply 24 V or lithium ion battery (optional) Configuration / Analyses Configuration with tailored panel of analyses 14 15

9 Want to Learn More? Interested in learning how cdr FoodLab can help you save money and increase your products shelf life and quality? Let s talk! QUARTZ A Crystal Filtration Company ANALY TICS Making Science Simple Avon Industrial Drive, Rochester Hills, MI 48309