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## [Maintain Quality with Automatic Nut Butter Sampling](https://532305.hs-sites.com/maintain-quality-with-automatic-nut-butter-sampling)
Posted by [Israel Gamboa](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/israel-gamboa) on 4/12/21 8:00 AM
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As consumers’ tastes change, nut butter producers and co-packers are optimizing their processes to meet this consumer demand. With the variety of options and process variability, it has become imperative to utilize proper sampling techniques to prevent cross-contamination.
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## [Maintain Your B1 Sampler: A Step-by-Step Video Guide](https://532305.hs-sites.com/maintain-your-b1-sampler-a-step-by-step-video-guide)
Posted by [George Buss](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/george-buss) on 3/15/21 8:00 AM
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Depending on what materials are run through a Sentry B1 point sampler, material can stick to the auger, sample tube and chute. Understanding how to disassemble and reassemble the sampler is critical to proper sampler maintenance and cleaning.
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## [Adapting Automatic Sampling to Produce High-Quality Edible Oils](https://532305.hs-sites.com/adapting-automatic-sampling-to-produce-high-quality-edible-oils)
Posted by [Israel Gamboa](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/israel-gamboa) on 2/22/21 8:00 AM
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Due to shifting tastes in the industry, edible oil companies must transform their manufacturing processes to keep pace. Automatic sampling systems easily adapt to these new products to optimize sampling accuracy, while minimizing the risks associated with updating production processes.
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## [Maintain Safety Throughout the Edible Oil Supply Chain](https://532305.hs-sites.com/maintain-safety-throughout-the-edible-oil-supply-chain)
Posted by [Nate Leonard](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/nate-leonard) on 2/8/21 8:00 AM
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The demand for edible oils – including vegetable, olive, palm and seed oils – continues to accelerate. Unfortunately, this can sometimes lead to accidental or deliberate malpractice within the supply chain, such as adulteration of raw ingredients or finished products, mislabeling of products, or environmentally unsustainable operations. That’s why [representative sampling](https://532305.hs-sites.com/ensure-high-quality-edible-oils-with-automatic-sampling) is critical to ensuring the safety and reliability of all edible oil products.
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## [Navigating the New World of Sampling Cannabinoid Oils](https://532305.hs-sites.com/navigating-the-new-world-of-sampling-cannabinoid-oils)
Posted by [Israel Gamboa](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/israel-gamboa) on 12/14/20 8:00 AM
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Extracting and refining the cannabis plant into medication and edible products is uncharted territory for many cannabis-producing businesses. Cannabis products need to be consistent in composition and free of impurities that could negatively affect users’ health. Automatic sampling can help optimize sampling accuracy and repeatability in every step of the cannabidiol (CBD), hemp and cannabis extraction process, while ensuring a safe final product.
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## [Properly Maintain Your ISOLOK MSE Sampler Seals](https://532305.hs-sites.com/how-to-properly-maintain-your-isolok-mse-sampler)
Posted by [Sentry Equipment](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/sentry-equipment) on 11/16/20 8:00 AM
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The Sentry ISOLOK MSE automatic point sampler is designed for sampling toothpaste, peanut butter, tomato paste, juice concentrates – even rocket propellant. Like any piece of equipment, it sometimes needs repairs and maintenance. But it can be challenging to know how to make strategic decisions around [maintaining sampling equipment](https://532305.hs-sites.com/repair-replace-equipment). Here’s how to keep your ISOLOK MSE sampler working properly.
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## [The Role of Training in Successful Sampling Startups](https://532305.hs-sites.com/the-role-of-training-in-a-successful-startup)
Posted by [George Buss](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/george-buss) on 11/9/20 8:00 AM
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Implementing a new sampling system within an established process requires rigorous startup procedures, complete with plantwide training for all operators. With this specialized training, plant operators will fully understand the intricacies of the sampling system and components so they can maximize the accuracy of measurements, support operator and equipment safety, and extend the life of plant assets.
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## [Think Transitioning to Automatic Sampling is Difficult? Think Again.](https://532305.hs-sites.com/think-transitioning-to-automatic-sampling-is-difficult)
Posted by [Israel Gamboa](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/israel-gamboa) on 10/26/20 8:00 AM
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Custody transfers, end use processes and waste byproduct management in the dairy industry all require precise data to ensure quality, safety and compliance with regulations. Representative sampling provides dairy farms and milk product producers with data regarding dairy processes such as microbial temperatures and butterfat and protein content. Automatic sampling helps ensure that quality is maintained with a higher level of confidence while maintaining ease of use for operators.
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## [The Importance of Automatic Sampling at Dairy Custody Transfer](https://532305.hs-sites.com/importance-of-automatic-sampling-dairy-custody-transfer)
Posted by [Israel Gamboa](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/israel-gamboa) on 10/12/20 8:00 AM
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In the dairy industry, it’s critical to maintain proper custody transfers of milk and milk products. To ensure quality and safety, milk and cream are often sampled at custody transfer points. Automatic sampling at custody points helps producers and processors comply with regulations, while maximizing product safety, quality and yield.
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## [Food Safety Is #1 For Animals and Pet Food Manufacturers](https://532305.hs-sites.com/food-safety-animals-pet-food-manufacturers)
Posted by [Tod Myers](https://532305.hs-sites.com/author/tod-myers) on 9/21/20 8:00 AM
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Like food meant for human consumption, pet foods are subject to contamination during the manufacturing process. Contamination can include ingredients with incorrect physical or chemical properties as well as contamination from toxins. Automatic sampling of animal food, including wet and dry dog and cat food, helps detect the presence of harmful bacteria such as *Listeria* and *Salmonella* to ensure quality and safety for people and pets.
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