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One Analyzer, Endless Possibilities: Streamlining Testing for Diverse Portfolios

Written by Nelson-Jameson Inc. | Jun 11, 2026 2:52:33 PM

Consumer demand for diverse dairy products is growing rapidly. Managing quality control for a wide variety of product consistencies—from liquid raw milk to solid cheese and viscous yogurts—requires meticulous organization and highly adaptable testing equipment.

To safeguard product consistency and streamline lab efficiency, modern QA/QC teams need flexible tools that go beyond single-application instruments.

The challenge of testing diverse consistencies

When a laboratory is tasked with analyzing everything from highly viscous condensed milk to grated hard cheese, standard FT-IR milk analyzers often fall short. Switching between different specialized instruments for liquid, semi-solid, and solid samples slows down the lab workflow, increases equipment maintenance costs, and requires extensive sample preparation, such as homogenization, which takes up valuable technician time.

The MPA III Dairy Analyzer advantage

At Nelson-Jameson, we recognize that managing multiple testing platforms is generally unsuitable for fast-paced, diverse production environments. That's why we offer the Bruker MPA III Dairy Analyzer. Designed as the ultimate workhorse for dairy and non-dairy analysis, it easily handles liquid milk, solid cheese, and semi-solid yogurts on a single platform.

The design of the MPA III Dairy Analyzer is centered on flexibility and maximum efficiency:

  • Unmatched versatility with the LSM II: The analyzer features a software-controlled Liquid Sampling Module (LSM II) with a dual module homogenizer and peristaltic pump. This enables users to switch back and forth between raw milk and thick, sugar-containing yogurt drinks without making adjustments to the hardware.
  • Minimal sample preparation: The flow cell boasts a comparably large pathlength of 1mm (1000 µm), meaning even highly viscous samples like concentrates and melted ice cream can be pumped through and analyzed without needing homogenization.
  • Comprehensive solid testing: Using the integrating sphere, solid samples like grated cheese or butter can be analyzed in disposable polystyrene or quartz Petri dishes using simple reflection measurement, simultaneously yielding fat, protein, and moisture results in seconds.

Streamline your lab with Nelson-Jameson

By implementing the MPA III Dairy Analyzer, food manufacturers gain a robust, all-in-one testing platform that addresses the complexities of modern dairy production. Consolidate your testing needs into a single, cost-effective platform and empower your lab to maintain the highest standards of quality. Partner with Nelson-Jameson to elevate the efficiency of your daily operations.