The Bentley DairySpec & SomaCount Combi simultaneously measures somatic cells and components, helping dairy laboratories to greatly enhance their operation’s efficiency. This system combines the analytically power of the DairySpec FT and the Somacount FC, two of Bentley Instruments most proven, reliable and easy to use systems. A single auto-sampler delivers samples to both systems, speeding up the analysis process. Optional bar code readers can also be used to monitor and track samples.
DairySpec FT (component analysis module) features
The DairySpec FT is a compact, highly accurate instrument for the analysis of milk and milk products.
- Analyzes dairy components including fat, protein, lactose and solids
- Up to 150 samples per hour
- Handles products of high viscosity
- Flexible data output options
- Optional Autosampler for fully automatic operation
- Available with Fat “A” and Fat “B”
- Optional freezing point depression (FPD)
- Low maintenance design
Accurate, compact, fast and reliable, the Bentley 150 is ideal for laboratories with small to medium testing requirements.
Technical overview & principle of operation
The DairySpec FT consists of a proprietary optical infrared analysis system and an integrated high speed computer. To measure specific components within milk products, the instrument measures the energy absorption at specific wavelengths in the mid-infrared region.
Operators use computer controls to vary the pump and analysis speed, directing the system to operate at a slower speed when processing products of high viscosity, such as cream.