| Thermo's Nicolet™ Antaris™ FT-NIR Analyzer Achieves Simultaneous Analysis of Multiple Critical Components in Wine |
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September 14 2006 |
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Molecular Spectroscopy |
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MADISON, Wisconsin (January 3, 2006) - Thermo Electron Corporation announces a new application for wine analysis using its Nicolet™ Antaris™ FT-NIR analyzer. A newly released application note demonstrates how the Nicolet Antaris analyzer, which makes use of Fourier transform near-infrared technology, is able to achieve fast, accurate and simultaneous quantitative analysis of multiple critical components in wine.
Traditionally, wine quality analysis has been performed using chemical, physical and chromatographic methods, all of which can determine only one species at a time. The determination of ethanol content, for example, can be achieved by ebulliometry, hydrometric analysis or dichromate oxidation, while the acetaldehyde content can be determined by enzymatic analysis. FT-NIR is a rapid, accurate and precise alternative to traditional methods that is able to successfully and simultaneously measure multiple wine parameters non-destructively.
The Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyzer enables scientists and analysts involved in the wine making process to reduce analysis time from hours to seconds without sacrificing accuracy or precision. Other advantages of FT-NIR technology include high wavelength accuracy, high throughput and high signal-to-noise, making it an ideal spectroscopic methodology for analyzing chemically complex media like wine.
The application note details how the Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyzer is able to predict physical properties like density in addition to normal chemical parameters like ethanol content and Degrees Brix. Furthermore, the application note shows the prediction of nine additional quality parameters involved in wine analysis. Thermo's Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyzer features unparalleled stability coupled with easy-to-use analytical software for rapid wine analysis without compromising accuracy and precision.
For more information about Thermo's Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyzer or to obtain a free copy of the new application note, please call +1 800-532-4752, e-mail analyze@thermo.com or visit www.thermo.com/nir.
About Molecular Spectroscopy
Ideal for investigative analysis or quality control applications, spectroscopy systems from Thermo Electron are used to determine the molecular composition of a wide range of complex samples including liquids, solids and gases. Supported by an expansive range of applications, techniques such as infrared, Raman, UV/Vis and fluorescence provide a molecular fingerprint for both qualitative and quantitative analysis. For more information, visit www.thermo.com/nir.
About Thermo Electron Corporation
Thermo Electron Corporation is the world leader in analytical instruments. Our instrument solutions enable our customers to make the world a healthier, cleaner and safer place. Thermo's Life and Laboratory Sciences segment provides analytical instruments, scientific equipment, services and software solutions for life science, drug discovery, clinical, environmental and industrial laboratories. Thermo's Measurement and Control segment is dedicated to providing analytical instruments used in a variety of manufacturing processes and in-the-field applications, including those associated with safety and homeland security. Based near Boston, Massachusetts, Thermo has revenues of approximately $2.7 billion, and employs approximately 11,000 people in 30 countries. |
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