On-Line Standardizers

Standardization systems are unique to the dairy industry as the raw material entering a dairy plant from a tanker is not standardized in its fat, protein, casein or solids content. This variety is due to the non-standard nature of milk resulting from feed, breed and seasonal variations. In order to optimally produce fluid or cheese milk, processors need to standardize the raw milk during the production process. This typically occurs in close proximity to the pasteurization process.

The On-Line family of standardization systems feature complete closed-loop testing and control. Each pulls a small sample of a finished product on a continuous basis for component testing. Based on the component test result a control action is performed in order to establish and maintain proper component levels.

On-Line systems measure and control any number of components including fat, casein and total solids. Measurements are conducted via different analytical methods depending upon the system.

Typical manual standardizing operations can expect an 0.08% fat loss recovery as a result of installing a On-Line system. Open loop or semi-automated control systems can be improved by an average of 0.04% in typical operations. Investment payback is typically 12 months or less.

Features and Benefits

Accurate – On-Line measurement systems provide the lab quality accuracy that is required in order to optimize your investment payback.

Reliable – On-Line has been producing standardizers for over 30 years. Product designs have been refined over the years to provide highly reliable systems. Systems are designed specifically for in-plant use. They withstand a more rugged environment and are less sensitive to temperature changes and vibration than converted lab instruments.

Closed Loop Feedback – All systems continually measure the downstream finished product and close the loop by instantaneously relaying the information back to the controller. Immediate control actions establish and maintain the desired ingredient percentages.

Simple User Interface – On-Line systems are designed to be free from complex and extraneous information. This makes training and ongoing operation as simple as possible. Improved operator efficiencies allow a user to operate On-Line standardizers easily within their other responsibilities.

Independent Calibration Port – Most On-Line standardizers include a separate calibration port that allow for the independent calibration of the system so that production is not impacted.

Automatic Standardization