LACTOSCAN
Compared with the traditional chemical methods
In the following table are listed the benefits of Lactoscan, compared with a chemical fat testing method such as Gerber:
| Features | Lactoscan | Chemical fat testing |
| Analysis time | Approx. 90, 60, 30 sec. | > 12 minutes |
| Parameters | fat, protein, lactose, solids-non-fat, freezing point depression, added water, milk temperature, solids, density. | Fat only |
| Operation | Operator independent For non-skilled users |
Very operator dependent For skilled laboratory personnel |
| Measurement | Automatic | Manual |
| Stability | Simple and robust construction and no human errors | Includes many accessories in testing and human handling |
| Accuracy | 2% CV | ~ 2.5% CV |
| Sample handling | No sample treatment - analysis of cold samples | Centrifuging, water bath, chemicals |
| Reagents | No reagents | Hazardous chemicals — e.g.sulphuric acid |
| Technology | Ultrasonic technology | Approved reference method |
| Safety | Offers operator safety | Not safe to use |
| Value of ownership | Low cost per analysis and quick adjustment in production for optimal production economy. For Cost per Milk Sample Comparison click here |
Costs for glass bottles, butyrometers, centrifuge, chemicals, labor and longtesting time => delay in production adjustment |
