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ProFat moisture, fat and protein analyzer for raw meat
The CEM ProFat is a rapid meat analyzer designed to determine moisture content and estimate fat and protein concentrations in raw meat and pre-blended meat products. Using microwave-based moisture determination combined with mathematical data modeling, the system provides results in approximately 2.5 minutes.
Suitable for raw beef, pork, chicken, turkey and lamb, ProFat supports routine quality control and formulation adjustments in meat processing facilities. Its compact design allows the instrument to be positioned at-line, providing analytical results close to the production process.
How does the ProFat meat analyzer work?Â
The ProFat combines microwave moisture measurement with data modeling to determine moisture, fat and protein content in raw meat and meat blends.
The system uses an AOAC-recognized method to rapidly determine moisture content. A curve-fitting program then uses the moisture measurement to estimate fat and protein concentrations.
For moisture determination, CEM specifies AOAC Official Method 2008.06. According to the manufacturer, the system delivers performance comparable to conventional oven-drying and fat-extraction methods for its intended applications.
This approach enables rapid analysis without the separate conventional fat extraction and protein determination procedures typically used in laboratory testing.
Dual-frequency drying technology
ProFat features dual-frequency drying technology, which combines microwave and infrared energy to accelerate moisture removal.
Microwave energy penetrates the sample and heats moisture-containing material, while infrared energy provides additional surface heating. The combination supports rapid and controlled drying while reducing the risk of incomplete drying or sample burning associated with less controlled drying processes.
This technology enables fast moisture determination, which forms the basis for the subsequent fat and protein estimates.
Rapid meat analysis for process and quality control
ProFat is designed for laboratories and meat processing facilities that require timely analytical results during production.
Its rapid analysis supports:
- Meat formulation: monitoring fat and moisture levels to support blend corrections and least-cost formulation.
- Raw material quality control: evaluating incoming raw meat and pre-blended materials.
- Production monitoring: providing analytical data for process adjustments and material release decisions.
- In-line analyzer verification: checking the performance of NIR or X-ray systems used for continuous meat analysis.
The instrument analyzes the prepared sample as a whole rather than relying on a localized optical measurement. This provides an alternative approach to NIR-based analysis for suitable raw meat samples.
Simple operation and workflow integration
ProFat comes with preprogrammed methods for raw meat and meat blends. The analysis procedure involves taring the sample pads, adding the sample and starting the measurement.
The system can be integrated into laboratory and production workflows, including connection to an existing laboratory information management system (LIMS). Its touchscreen interface also provides access to training videos to support routine operation.
Analysis of cooked or water-added meat products
ProFat is primarily intended for raw meat and raw meat blends. For applications involving cooked meat or products with added water, the CEM ORACLE fat analyzer is an alternative worth considering, depending on the sample matrix and analytical requirements.
