Gain more from grain with in-line analysis
Video animation explains the concept of in-line analysis in the context of grain receival and shipping
Providing continuous measurements of moisture and protein in real-time, ProFoss™ 2 empowers you to achieve better business results when receiving and shipping grain.
New insight for improved process control. Track quality variations with real-time measurements. Lasting payback ensured by predictable high-performance.
Whole grain, wheat and barley
Moisture and protein
ProFoss™ 2 for whole grain is an in-line process analysis solution that provides continuous measurements of moisture and protein in whole grain in real-time.
By ‘in-line’, we are talking about doing analysis exactly at the spot where whole grain needs to be measured. For instance, this could be as grain is transported into the silo at receival, as it is blended before loading onto a ship, as it is recieved at the malting plant or as it is blended before heading into the flour milling process. The big advantage of in-line analysis compared to tests with a traditional benchtop analyzer is that measurements are taken automatically every few seconds. At the same time, the measurements are just as good as those you are used to with the well-proven Infratec™ grain analyzer.
ProFoss™ 2 whole grain can measure every three seconds (approx. 1200 data points per hour). This
provides unprecedented levels of control in grain receival, segregation and blending as well as in
flour milling and in malting.
The analyzer is housed in a robust cabinet for installation close to the point of measurement. The
measurement sensor is installed at the appropriate location in the process, for example, in the
transport pipe to a silo. It is connected to the analyzer via fiber optic cable. Measurements are
displayed on a computer screen and results can be fed into a regulation system for closed-loop
automatic control.
ProFoss™ 2 for whole grain gives you the real-time data you need to
match your targets more precisely.
For example, assume that you are building a 20,000 ton ship load of grain to a target of 10.5% protein.
You are using two grades of wheat and there is a price difference of EUR 10 between the grades. The
real-time data offers insight that allows you to use 15% more wheat from the lower grade wheat and save
15% high quality wheat. Given the 20,000 load, 15% equals 3,000 tons of grain at EUR 10 higher price,
resulting in a saving of EUR 30,000.
| 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 |
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| Product temperature |
Max 150°C (302 °F) | ||
| Product pressure | Production pressure < 30 bar (< 435 PSI). Shock pressure < 75 bar (< 1088
PSI). Note that Varinline access units higher than DN 80 permit a maximum pressure of 10 bar (145
PSI). |
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| 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 |
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| Ambient operating temperature |
ProFoss™ 2 |
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ProFoss™ 2 Ex. ATEX / IECEX: 0°C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F). cULus: 0°C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °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 (55.1 lb) | ||
| Cabinet / Housing materials | 1.5 mm (lid 2.5mm) Stainless Steel EN 1.4301 (SS2333) | ||
| Mechanical environment |
Process control equipment | ||
| Degree of protection | ProFoss™ 2: IP69* | | | ProFoss™ 2 Ex: IP6X |
| Approvals |
ProFoss™ 2: CE | | | ProFoss™ 2 Ex: CE, ATEX, IECEx and cULus certified (Dust explosion approved) |
| Hygiene | 3-A hygiene and EHEDG hygiene certified |
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| Communication | KEPServerEX (Ethernet, Analogue Profibus/Profinet) to PLC/SCADA; FOSS IQX™ | ||
| Network | High quality, shielded LAN cable; minimum category 5e. RJ 45 (IP 67) LAN
connections |
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| 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 |
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* 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
