QuickCheck™ -IV/GR Cryoscope (Page & Pedersen)

Accurate, Precise Screening for Added Water in Milk

This Page & Pedersen QuickCheck™ -IV/GR Cryoscope is a laboratory instrument used for accurate and precise testing of added water in milk and cream. Testing for extraneous water in accordance with internationally reviewed and recommended methods (AOAC, IDF 108:2009 & ISO 5764:2009), the QC-IV/GR ensures that incoming milk is not contaminated with added water for payment purposes. The QC-IV/GR also provides a critical control check for processed milk and confirms proper balance in cheese, yogurt, and ice cream recipes.

A practical rapid method for confirming the integrity of milk, the QuickCheck provides critical feedback throughout the supply chain, from confirming proper protocol in milking parlor maintenance to completion of system cleaning and/or product changeovers in the dairy plant:

Dairy Farmers: Confirm proper milking parlor maintenance (i.e. draining of lines) following cleaning. Screen for excessive condensation in bulk tank. Spot added water that may contain trace minerals that can cause off-flavors.

Cheesemakers: Obtain information essential to maintaining consistent quality and realizing optimal yields by testing incoming milk and/or confirming formulation of special milk blends.

Small to Mid-Sized Processors: Meet regulatory requirements regarding extraneous water in milk for payment and safety purpose. Ensure the integrity of milk from incoming QC to final QA.

The QuickCheck- IV/GR start-up kit includes: QuickCheck™ Milk Analyzer, Model QC-IV, Sample Tubes, Calibration & Control Standards, CryoCool™ Heat Transfer Fluid, Stainless Steel Sample Tube Rack

Key Features

• Facilitate confirmation of adulteration using this instrument-based test that works in conformity with the recognized reference methods (ISO/IDF/AOAC). Enjoy optimal records for payment or punitive action purposes
• Accurately assess water balance to a molecular level in milk blends and recipes for value added products like cheese or yogurt. Standardize recipes and ensure strong yields and profitability
• Rapidly screen to detect abnormal composition (i.e. minerals such as iron, sulfites or copper) or the possibility of elevated bacteria that can lead to off tastes
• Monitor automated milking tubes and bulk tanks, spot quality problems in raw milk due to improper drainage or maintenance in the milking parlor
• Monitor lactose hydrolysis for consistent outcomes
• The QC-IV/GR is compliant with AOAC 990.22-1993, IDF 108C:2009, ISO 5764:2009, and BS3095: Part 2:1998