Food & Nutrition

The ANKOM Total Dietary Fiber Analyzer creates a new standard for nutritional labeling, quality control, and research by automating one of the most tedious analytical methods, the ANKOM analyzer reduces labor and per sample costs, while increasing accuracy and precision. An advanced computer controlled multichannel pump automates the addition of chemical solutions, enzymes, and rinses. Temperatures and agitation levels are controlled throughout the process, eliminating the need for multiple water baths and freeing up precious lab counter space.

Advanced Filter Bag Technology increases filtering surface area which reduces the time needed to filter samples and eliminates the use of vacuum flasks and crucibles.

·         Automates AOAC 991.43/AACC 32.07.01

·         UPGRADE available to support AOAC 2009.01 and 2011.25

·         Faster, Technician-free Filtering

·         No Clogged Filters

·         Reduced Labor Costs

·         Reduced per Assay Costs

·         Three Runs - 9 samples in duplicate/day/shift

·         Eliminates Water Baths and Filtration Flasks

·         Computer Controlled Operation

The ANKOM²⁰⁰⁰ Fiber Analyzer has been subjected to rigorous testing over a broad range of sample types, and is used by ANKOM for the NFTA and AAFCO check sample programs. The ANKOM²⁰⁰⁰ Fiber Analyzer provides increased automation to enhance laboratory operations and reduce labor costs. Automation eliminates chemical and hot water handling. The Instrument requires very little space.

Fibre test results can be determined for Acid Detergent Fiber, Neutral Detergent Fiber, and Crude Fiber for all feeds and forages. The ANKOM²⁰⁰⁰ is accurate and precise when compared to conventional fibre methods. Most elements of technician variability are eliminated and there is no separate filtration step, so consistent results are achieved time after time.

Filter bags encapsulate sample which prevents error and allows filtration to occur passively. Filter bags also enable batch processing of up to 24 samples at a time.

Consider purchasing the optional chemical shelving system (A01) which supports and positions chemical cubetainers for seamless operation and flow. System requires a hot water connection for no less than 50°C for crude fiber analysis and 75°C for detergent fiber analysis. ANKOM can provide a low cost water heater, ask for details.

·         Crude Fiber, ADF and NDF determinations

·         Fully Automated Operation

·         Automatically Adds Solutions Rinses

·         Accurate and Precise Results

·         Batch Process up to 24 samples

·         Microprocessor Controlled with LCD Readout

The ANKOM^XT15 Extractor provides an Official Procedure for efficient and economical solvent extractions. The ANKOM^XT15 Extractor has been subjected to rigorous testing over a broad range of sample types. Fat ranges from 0% to 100% have been determined using this procedure. The XT15’s low cost provides an affordable high-volume solution. Batch processing allows for the extraction of up to 15 samples at a time and is capable of more than 150 samples per day. Also 90°C temperatures accelerate extraction kinetics, reducing most extraction times to under 40 minutes.  If using solvents such as diethyl ether please ask about seal upgrades.  There is no need to replace seals when using Petroleum Ether or Hexane.

Filter bags serve to simplify handling and enable batch processing. The XT15’s Automatic Solvent Recycling and Activated Charcoal Filter elminates the need for a vent hood and reduces costs.

Filter bags serve to simplify handling and enable batch processing. The XT15’s Automatic Solvent Recycling and Activated Charcoal Filter elminates the need for a vent hood and reduces costs.  If using solvents such as diethyl ether please ask about seal upgrades.

·         Official Crude Fat Extraction (AOCS Am 5-04)

·         Totally Automatic Operation

·         Up to 150 Extractions per Day

·         Microprocessor Controlled with LCD Readout

·         Solvent Recovery at a rate of ~97%

·         Solvent Usage per Sample ~ 0.5 ml

·         No Vent-hood Required

The DAISY^II Incubator has been subjected to rigorous testing over a broad range of sample types. Results can be determined for In-Vitro True Digestibility, Apparent Digestibility, Rate studies, Neutral Cellulase Gamanase Digestibility, and other related studies for all feeds and forages.

The DAISYII employs filter bag technology, which encapsulate samples and prevent filtration errors. Filter Bag Technology also enables batch processing of 100+ samples at a time.

·         Accurate Digestibility Studies

·         Efficient >100 samples per run

·         Economical - Reduces labor >50%

·         Filter Bag Technology

·         Eliminates Technician Variability

·         Small Footprint - Conserves Counter Space

The ANKOM^HCI Hydrolysis System provides an easy method for performing the hydrolysis step in total fat/oil analysis. Taking up little counter space, the ANKOM^HCIallows for batch hydrolysis of up to 15 samples at a time. The technician inserts up to fifteen samples into the vessel, adds the acid solution and follows the system screen prompts. this piece of hydrolysis equipment allows for batch hydrolysis of up to 15 samples at a time. Using Filter Bag Technology, total fat/oil hydrolysis is simplified. The technician inserts up to fifteen samples into the vessel, adds the acid solution and follows the system screen prompts. Once the program is selected the system automatically completes the process and rinses the samples.

·         Automated High Volume Hydrolysis

·         Includes ANKOM^RD Dryer w/acid neutralizing filter, H35 Blotter 100 - XT4's

·         Up to 15 samples at one time

·         Microprocessor Controlled with LCD Readout

·         Closed system

·         Automatic Rinse cycles

·         Small Footprint