[DKSH Japan Co., Ltd.] Notice of Participation in the Food Safety Japan Exhibition

I will introduce the differences between moisture meters and water activity measurement along with specific examples.

To prevent the occurrence of food poisoning, which is a common issue in the food industry, it is essential to accurately measure the water activity (free water). Measuring only with a moisture meter does not provide sufficient assessment, as it measures both free water and bound water, meaning that even if the moisture content is low, it cannot be said that an adequate measurement has been achieved. So why can using a water activity measurement device solve the problems associated with measuring only with a moisture meter? This technical document addresses such questions! 【Contents】 ■ Why measure water activity? ■ Issues with using only a moisture meter ■ What a water activity measurement device can do ■ Voices from companies that have introduced water activity measurement devices 　・Soy sauce industry　　　　・Chocolate industry 　・Meat product industry　　　・Fish processing industry *You can view the technical document for free by downloading it below! We hope it will assist you in selecting a water activity measurement device for your company.

• Food Testing/Analysis/Measuring Equipment
• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

A strong ally in ensuring food safety. Moisture activity testing can be easily conducted at the production site.

Quality control in the lab, of course, can also be utilized as a check function to ensure food safety in production sites and other areas. Only Novacina complies with the Food Sanitation Act's Notification No. 54 regarding dairy products. We offer demo units and rentals, so please feel free to contact us.

• Other physicochemical equipment
• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments
• Analytical Equipment and Devices

It is ideal for measuring water activity in the production sites and quality control of the food industry.

It is a compact size ideal for measuring water activity on-site. Only Novasina complies with the Food Sanitation Act's Notification No. 54 regarding milk. We have demo units available! Rentals are also offered!

• Temperature and humidity measuring instruments
• Analytical Equipment and Devices

I will be active in the fields of research and development and quality control in the food industry and the pharmaceutical industry.

We measure the water activity of food and pharmaceuticals with high precision (±0.005 aw). Only Novasina complies with the Notification No. 54 of the Food Sanitation Act regarding milk. We have demo units available! Rentals are also offered!

• Analytical Equipment and Devices

Nitto Kohki will hold the "2024 Attack Fair in Ichihara" at the "Yume Hall" for two days from December 11 (Wednesday) to December 12 (Thursday), 2024. The Attack Fair is an exhibition where you can actually "see, touch, and operate" Nitto Kohki's products. Additionally, there will be wonderful souvenirs for visitors and many fun activities prepared. We look forward to welcoming everyone!

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