Maxfresh Multigas analyzer
The Maxfresh Multigas analyzer has been developed in collaboration with Radboud University to quickly and simultaneously measure multiple gases in a gas sample.
It is known that several gases are produced during fruit storage;
Using the Maxfresh analyzer, these gases can be measured simultaneously in real time at ppm level. Using the Auto Store (D)CA control, the data is stored and displayed in clear graphs via the ADM system. The trend of different gases provides information about the course of the maturation and the possible development of rot and fermentation.
The Maxfresh analyzer is currently being used for research. For more information, please contact Storex.
The Maxfresh analyzer has been developed in part thanks to funding from the Horizon 2020 framework program of the European Union.
Operating principle:
The laser uses a laser reflected in a closed tube. Cell air is pumped through the laser light beam, whereby the gases present cause a scattering of light. This scattering of light is analyzed by spectrography and the concentration of gases present can be determined.
Features of the Maxfresh Multigas analyzer:
- Rapid measurement of multiple volatiles (8 minutes)
- No cross-interference between volatiles (ethylene vs ethanol)
- Real-time measurement compared to alternatives such as gas chromatograph
- Easy to operate system compared to alternatives
- Subsystems easy to exchange (optical table / laser / gas treatment)
- Capable of detecting other species (gases) within 3.0 – 3.8 μm
- Suitable for measuring trending in CA chambers of various gases for analyzing development in maturation, rotting and fermentation
