Market Information purposes . It can measure a number of parameters simultaneously , often eliminating the need for multiple instruments . The viscosity option provides continuous measurement to minimise off-spec product between lab measurements . The Promass I ' s highly accurate measurement of mass flow and density ( up to 0.05 % on mass flow and 0.0005g / cm3 for density ) makes it ideal for many process control applications . The flowmeter ' s density function can also be used to measure Brix and Plato for example , to ensure quality of batches .
Viscosity measurement with a Coriolis flowmeter
Of course Inline analysers are nothing new . Many of these measurements have been available for several years and used for traditional process control . What ' s new today is increased reliability , along with new features and capabilities : Improved Reliability : Experiences in the industry with analysers have been mixed . Trying to apply equipment designed for use in the lab directly in a process usually led to disappointments . Wash-down , high temperatures , aggressive cleaning chemicals and other environmental factors often resulted in equipment failures and maintenance nightmares . These problems have been rectified by designing analysers and other inline instrumentation from the ground up for use on the plant floor and in the field . Simplified Calibration : With the expansion of digital sensor technology , the lab can now take responsibility for calibration of quality-related measurements . For example , to calibrate a pH sensor in the past , calibration equipment had to be brought into the plant . Today , this calibration can be done in the lab in a controlled environment , and the precalibrated sensors can be easily placed in operation . Endress + Hauser Memosens ® technology make this possible for pH , DO , conductivity , turbidity , chlorine and many other parameters . Hygienic design : One of the limiting factors for inline quality monitoring has been the lack of instruments meeting hygienic design requirements and resistant to thermal processing and CIP chemicals . Today , most instruments meet with EHEDG or 3-A sanitary standards and are designed for use in the food industry . An example is pH measurement , which most people associate with glass sensors — a big problem in food processing as glass sensors can break and end up as foreign objects in the final product . Now there are reliable non-glass pH sensors that meet food processing requirements . Modern inline process analysers and instruments will provide you with increased product quality , more plant availability , reduced production losses and off-spec product . Moving from offline to inline measurement means a r e d u c t i o n i n r e s o u r c e c o s t s , consistency of product quality and availability of real-time information , which results in increased quality and greater throughput .
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Mobilising investment and finance for Africa ' s agri sector
The African Agri-Council in partnership with Wesgro and the Western Cape Department of Agriculture brings the African Agri Investment Indaba ( AAII ), to Cape Town , South Africa 28 – 30 November 2016 . The Indaba is a key meeting place for investment in Africa ' s agricultural and agroprocessing sectors attracting over 600 i n t e r n a t i o n a l i n v e s t o r s , b a n k e r s , governments , farmers , project owners . This unique mix of decision makers from across the African agri value-chain provides a convenient platform for effective deal making “ As the world looks to Africa as a solution to global food security concerns , the continents ' agri sector is fast becoming the panacea of the investment world especially with the recent decline in commodity investment returns . The agriculture sector is yielding exceptionally exciting opportunities and pipelines . Food security is now being translated into an investable option for investors and financiers . Agriculture has been identified as a long-term opportunity to increase investors ' allocation to real assets and the agribusiness value chain need to be ready to take advantage of the disruption .” says Ben Leyka , Executive Director of the African Agri Council who organises the event . Delegates will have the opportunity to hear from 40 world class Agri experts such as Dr . John Purchase the CEO of Agricultural Business Chamber ; Dr . Yemi Akinbamijo the Executive Director of Ghana ' s Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa ; Mohsin Cajee the Investment Principal of Old Mutual Private Equity , Old Mutual Investment Group and Stefan Sakoschek the Regional Director of EU Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Southern Africa and many more . In addition , attendees will get to participate in a number of interactive panel discussions as well as in the “ Investment Discovery Matchmaking ” sessions where project owners and directors looking for investors will get the opportunity to pitch a robust panel of investors - a highlight of the Indaba . Some of the heavyweight finance and investment companies already on board include Acorn Private Equity , Thebe Investment Corporation , JIC Holdings , Octopus Investments , FNB to name a few . “ We are building a platform where delegates can do more to accelerate investment into t h i s s e c t o r , ” s a y s L e y k a . The African Agri Investment Indaba is a must attend for any organisation and investor involved or interested in the African agri sector , whether seasoned or new entrant . Delegates can expect a number of opportunities to network with and learn from industry heavyweights and pioneers to transform new ideas into action .
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