ProxiMate™
NIR instrument for the harshest environments
ProxiMate, a NIR instrument for the harshest environments, is designed for the food and feed industry. The compact system can be operated anywhere by anyone thanks to a simple interface and pre-calibration packages that ensure speed and quality.
Features
ProxiMate can be pressure-hosed down using the same procedures as other at-line equipment or machinery. The instrument is completely dust and waterproof and can resist detergents commonly used for sanitation in food production areas. ProxiMate has been assessed and endorsed by HALAG, the food hygiene agency, as complying with guidelines concerning Hygienic design.
Sample type variety can require different analytical approaches for optimum performance or practicality. ProxiMate allows you to capitalize on the best approach by allowing measurement from the top of the sample (down view) or from the bottom (up-view).
All ProxiMates are factory standardized. Calibrations copied between instruments work in exactly the same way. This is particularly important if multiple instruments are used in the same facility or in different factories producing the same product. Instrument standardization leads to improved product consistency irrespective of the location of manufacture.
Compare the ProxiMate™
ProxiMate™ NIR, UV, Std. IP, Large Carrier
- Optic setup:Up View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection / Transflection
- Spectral range:900 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Standard
- Sample carrier size:Large
- IP class:IP69
ProxiMate™
- Optic setup:Up View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection / Transflection
- Spectral range:900 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Standard
- Sample carrier size:Large
- IP class:IP69
ProxiMate™ Vis+NIR, DV, Adv. IP, Small Carrier
- Optic setup:Down View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection
- Spectral range:400 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Advanced
- Sample carrier size:Small
- IP class:IP69
ProxiMate™ Vis+NIR, UV, Adv. IP, Large Carrier
- Optic setup:Up View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection / Transflection
- Spectral range:400 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Advanced
- Sample carrier size:Large
- IP class:IP69
ProxiMate™ Vis+NIR, DV, Adv. IP, Large Carrier
- Optic setup:Dual View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection / Transflection
- Spectral range:400 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Advanced
- Sample carrier size:Large
- IP class:IP69
ProxiMate™
- Optic setup:Down View
- Measurement options:Diffuse Reflection
- Spectral range:900 - 1700 nm
- IP module:Standard
- Sample carrier size:Small
- IP class:IP69
"Thanks to BUCHI ProxiMate NIR we sped up our incoming raw material analysis, saving money and drastically reducing truck waiting time. The system is very robust and easy to use."Giuseppe di Martino, QA - Labor S.r.l., Italy
"Thanks to BUCHI ProxiMate™ NIR, we sped up our production controls, saving money with a faster reaction time. The system is very robust and easy to use. The Autocal ® function allows for a simple calibration process obtaining the best results."Fabio Zotti, Quality Manager - Gruppo Rummo S.p.A, Italy
Related Parts & Accessories
Transflectance Cover 0.3 mm
The Transflection Cover is an accessory for the BUCHI NIR products and allows to easily measure additional liquid samples in transflectance mode.
Small Sample Carrier
Used for presentation of solid samples on ProxiMate Up-View
Robust Cup
The Robust Sample Cup made of silicone rubber and hardened class prevents any possible damages during the sampling procedure with the BUCHI NIR products.
High Performance Sample Cup ProxiMate
Sample holder with optical glass bottom, to be used for dry samples measured with BUCHI NIR products.
Sample Carrier large
Is most suitable for inhomogeneous samples, providing larger sample area under the measurement spot. Comes also as a disposable option for use in glass-free environments.
Downloads
- Operation Manual ProxiMate en(pdf)
- Operation Manual NIRWise Plus en(pdf)
- Technical Data Sheet ProxiMate(pdf)
- Technical Data Sheet NIRCal(pdf)
- Technical Data Sheet NIR performance test standards(pdf)
- Product Brochure ProxiMate NIR en(pdf)
Related Courses & Trainings
All you need to know for successful NIR calibration development
Learn more about NIR calibrations development process together with BUCHI experts. After this webinar you will know how rapid analysis can improve productivity and reduce quality control and development costs.
Synergies between NIR and reference methods
How to use NIR, Kjeldahl and fat extraction as three methods that let you achieve speed and compliancy in food analytics.
Fastest quality control of palm & edible oil with NIR
Learn about how NIR is used for analysis and quality control of palm oil intermediates and final products. See how to optimize your workflows with our free webinar.
Results in seconds: quality control of food production with NIR
It is possible to obtain quality control results in seconds during production of food and beverage products. See how the NIR technique can support your production process with our free webinar.
Applications
Enhancing productivity and quality
Edible Oil
Common Sample types: Crude and refined palm and olive oil. Press cake and meals plus other vegetable oils and animal fats. Typical Parameters: Moisture, Peroxide value, Free fatty acids (FFA) and residual fat. Benefits: Check oil seeds before crushing, Monitor your production process, Check relevant parameters in final product.
Dairy
Common Sample types: Yogurt, Cheese, Butter and Milk Powders. Typical parameters: Moisture, Dry Matter, Fat, Protein and Lactose. Benefits: Measure finished products and intermediates. Optimize your processControl the quality of your finished product.
Feed
Common Sample types: Mixed and finished feed (ruminant, swine, poultry plus concentrates) plus ingredients such as oil seed meals, cereals and hulls bran. Typical Parameters: Moisture, Total Fat, Protein, Fiber and ash. Benefits: Check your raw materials to get the finished mix right. Conveniently, ProxiMate can be placed right at the incoming goods weighbridge.
Grain
Common Sample types: Typical products include whole cereals such as wheat, barley and maize (corn), ground cereals, wheat flour and semolina. Typical parameters: Moisture, Protein, fat, Ash, starch and gluten. Benefits: Decide which flours should be blended Control relevant ingredients in finished product.
Meat
Common Sample types: Typical products include Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish and Sausage. Typical parameter: Moisture, Protein, fat and connective tissue. Benefits: Rapid decisions in the slaughterhouse.Optimize formulation during productionInspect goods at the packaging stage.
