FOOD / MEAT
One device, every point in the meat chain
A handheld NIR device that measures fat, protein, moisture and more, from raw material and the farm, through trimming and blending, to the finished product, in seconds, without sample prep.
THE SOLUTION
Built for every meat operation
Pre-trained on a global calibration library spanning pork, beef, poultry and mixed-species products, immediate analytical capability from day one, without sample preparation.
Pre-trained across species
Pork, beef, poultry and mixed-species products, plus plant-based alternatives, out of the box.
No sample preparation
Scan raw meat or a ground sample directly. Nothing to extract or prepare first.
Instant results
Bluetooth-paired to the NIRStudio app. Fat, protein and moisture on screen in seconds.
Customizable to your product
Start with the global model, or our chemometrics team fine-tunes it to your formulation and process.
ONE SOLUTION, EVERY STAGE
Compositional analysis at every decision point
A single handheld device replaces fixed lab instruments and slow wet chemistry with an instant, portable answer, from the farm to the finished product.
01. Raw material and farm inspection
Live animal screening for fat, protein and other parameters to adjust feeding, reducing waste and improving product quality before intake.
02. Production process control
Hit target fat content, reduce lean-meat giveaway, and optimize moisture and protein levels during trimming, grinding and blending.
03. Final product quality assurance
Verify product specifications, improve batch consistency, and support regulatory compliance before the product ships.
LIVE RESULTS
What NIRStudio measures on meat products
One device, switching models by species, product type and stage of the process.
Raw material and farm inspection
- Fat content (chemical lean) 21.4%
- Total fat 18.9%
- Moisture 64.2%
- Protein 19.8%
Trim, grind and blend
- Fat content on target
- Moisture 62.7%
- Protein 20.1%
- Ash (bone indicator) within range
Final product, processed and cured
- Fat and protein spec match
- Collagen nominal
- Salt 1.8%
- Water activity 0.94
Illustrative values shown for format only. Your model parameters and thresholds are set during calibration, against your own reference samples.
BUILT FOR EVERY OPERATION
From ground beef to plant-based lines
The same device and workflow, tuned to what your line actually runs.
Ground beef & trim
- Fat content
- Chemical lean ratio
- Protein
- Moisture
Processed & cured meats
- Protein
- Collagen
- Salt
- Moisture
Plant-based alternatives
- Protein content
- Moisture
- Fat content
- Fiber content
WHY IT MATTERS
A result while the line is still running
Over-trimming just to be safe costs yield, and a spec miss caught after the batch ships costs more. Real-time fat and protein readings during trimming and blending let you hit target ratios precisely.
Every scan is logged, building a consistency record from intake to finished batch, not just a single pass or fail.
Day 1
Global model, ready to use
20 to 150
Samples for adjustment or custom build
1
Device, every stage of the chain
HOW IT WORKS
Three steps, seconds to a result
Once your model is loaded, testing is this simple.
1. Connect
Pair the device with the NIRStudio app on your phone.
2. Scan
Place the device on the raw or ground sample and press the button.
3. Result
See fat, protein and moisture in the app, in seconds.
CUSTOMIZATION
Customizable to your unique product
The global pre-trained model gets you started on day one. Our chemometrics team fine-tunes it to your formulation and process, or builds your own calibration from your reference samples.
01. Scan your samples
Scan your reference samples with the device.
02. Share the results
Send the scans to the NIRStudio chemometrics team for processing.
03. We build the model
Advanced modelling is applied. Once done, the model loads onto your device.
04. Validate and use
Validate the model in routine QC use, with further adjustment if needed.
ACCESSORIES
The right setup for every sample
Three accessories extend the same handheld device to liquid samples and to long, continuous scans on larger cuts.
Transmission Fixture
Fast, real-time analysis of liquid samples: rendered fat, dairy and other liquid ingredients. Integrated tungsten lamp, standard cuvettes (0.5 to 10 mm), and thin films or filters up to 3 mm thick.
Liquid Sampling Kit
A set of cuvettes and sample-prep tools for consistent, repeatable liquid-sample scans alongside the transmission fixture: brine, marinades and rendered fat.
Window Collar
A wide-aperture optical window that mounts on the device face for long, continuous sliding scans across larger cuts and product surfaces: whole-muscle cuts, trays and extended line scanning.
FAQ
Questions we hear from meat processors
What species and products does the global model cover?
Pork, beef, poultry and mixed-species products, plus plant-based alternatives, out of the box.
Do I need to prepare the sample first?
No. Scan raw meat or a ground sample directly, no extraction or preparation needed.
Can the model be tuned to our specific formulation?
Yes. Our chemometrics team fine-tunes the global model to your product with as few as 20 to 40 reference samples, or builds a fully custom model from 50 to 150.
What if I need to scan liquids or long cuts?
Accessories extend the same device: a transmission fixture and liquid sampling kit for brine, marinades and rendered fat, and a window collar for continuous scans across larger cuts.
What support is available?
Email, phone and video-call support, plus model updates as your formulations or suppliers change.
MORE OFF-THE-SHELF MODELS
Other validated models, ready today
FOOD
Olive & Olive Oil
Free fatty acid, peroxide value, polyphenols, and blend or origin checks.
Tell us about your product
Not sure the global model covers your formulation? Send us a few samples and we will confirm fit, or scope a custom calibration if you need one.