Manages Flour Quality by Analyzing Starch Damage
Damaged starch impacts the quality of flour and functionality. The CHOPIN Technologies SDmatic2 (second generation) is a user-friendly and accurate instrument for measuring damaged starch in flours used in milling and baking. It helps millers ensure their flour meets customer specifications. For secondary processors, it provides a cost-effective way to assess raw material quality and maintain control over both processing and final product quality. It is the only instrument globally recognized for assessing damaged starch, the SDmatic 2 ensures that flour mixes are optimal for high-quality baking outcomes.
FEATURES
- Fully automated, enzyme-free analysis using the well-known amperometric method by Medcalf & Gilles.
- Results ready in just 10 minutes
- Requires only 1 gram of flour for testing.
- Provides results in different measurement units (AI%, Chopin Dubois units, AACC 76-31 equivalents, Farrand - alternative enzymatic methods).
- Built-in software allows for data storage and the creation of new testing protocols.
- Data can be exported to LIMS via USB or network (using Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable).
- Network connection for maintenance through Team viewer.
- Complies with international standards: NF EN ISO 17715:2015, ICC 172, AACC 76-33.01.
- SDmatic 2 results closely match those from enzymatic methods, allowing for custom calibrations to be developed and installed on the instrument.
SIMPLE AND QUICK
SDmatic 2 uses the enzyme-free amperometric Medcalf & Gilles method to measure iodine absorption in diluted flour samples. It gives reliable results in less than 10 minutes using just 1 gram of flour. Users can easily follow test instructions on the touchscreen and access new data like complete iodine absorption curves and graphical results. These results show the best flour composition, including damaged starch and protein content, suited for different finished products.
VERSATILE, ACCURATE DATA
SDmatic 2 software has many features, like a learning mode, customizable units, and a countdown timer. It also offers new analysis options, such as adjustable protocols for flour mass, iodine generation, and measurement time. This flexibility allows for developing protocols for non-wheat flours.
Results are shown on a touchscreen in Chopin Dubois units, AI% (iodine absorption), and Vabs, and can be correlated with enzymatic method units. Test data is stored on the device and can be accessed or exported whenever needed.
EASY TO MAINTAIN, LOW COST OF OWNERSHIP
The SDmatic 2 is easy to maintain and has low ownership costs. Its new probe is user-friendly, so you can install or remove it easily and safely without needing a technician, which reduces costs. The spoon, made from durable, high-quality metal, makes it easy to see when cleaning is needed to avoid cross-contamination or wrong sample sizes. Maintenance is also made easier with TeamViewer for remote troubleshooting.