Produce quality assessment... in a new light.
Providing unparalleled versatility and performance in understanding your commodity’s key quality indicators.
Crop management and harvest timing
Accurately estimate produce maturity parameters (dry matter, °Brix) to confidently select optimal harvest times.Post-harvest quality assurance
Inspect incoming lots and check key quality parameters, such as dry matter, °Brix, and titratable acidity in cold storage and ripening rooms.Plant breeding and research
Build custom quality profiles for rapid, high-throughput phenotyping and advanced analytical breeding techniques.
How to Improve Shelf Life and Fruit Quality: A Conversation on Tech and Collaboration with Dave Giannini from Apeel and Felix Instruments
In a recent webinar, Galen, Director of Applied Science at Felix Instruments, and Dave Giannini, Chief Software Architect at Apeel Sciences, unveiled a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at reducing food waste in the produce industry. This partnership leverages Felix Instruments’ cutting-edge spectrometer technology combined with Apeel Sciences’ innovative software solutions to empower growers, pack houses, retailers,… Continue reading…
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Implementing Technology for Farm Growth: A Conversation with Steve Haddock of Choice Farms
Discover the inspiring journey of Steve Haddock, a seasoned expert who boldly shifted from industrial resin flooring to pioneering sustainable agriculture at Choice Farms. In this exclusive webinar, Steve shares his profound insights into the world of regenerative farming, where he combines modern technology with time-tested agricultural practices to cultivate Manuka, lavender, and avocados. Learn… Continue reading…
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Cutting Avocado Quality Control From 3.5 Days to 2 Hours With Normec Maas Goodacre
Article from Fructidor. Original Article Link. Normec Maas Goodacre has recently boosted its quality assurance efficiency by acquiring a second Avocado Meter from Felix Instruments. In an exclusive interview, Matthijs Jongejan, a dedicated quality inspector and supervisor at Normec Maas Goodacre, discusses the instrument’s features, practical applications, and the compelling reasons behind its integration into… Continue reading…
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Enhancing Agricultural Efficiency at Frutesa with Advanced Technology
Interview with Roman Molina, Agronomist at Frutesa, Guatemala Background and Journey Roman Molina, an agronomist with 19 years of experience in the fruit and vegetable export industry, currently manages the agricultural division at Frutas Tropicales de Guatemala, S.A. (Frutesa). His responsibilities include overseeing the production of Sugar Snap Peas, Snow Peas, and Avocados. Roman’s passion… Continue reading…
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Exceptional Coffee, Exceptional Quality: How Paris Brothers Specialty Foods Harnesses the Power of the F-920 Check It Gas Analyzer
Paris Brothers Specialty Foods, synonymous with quality and expertise in the food service industry, is a leader in specialty food distribution and a pioneer in coffee roasting and production. With a profound commitment to quality, Paris Brothers supplies millions of pounds of private-label coffee to major retailers like Costco and Sam’s Club each year. At… Continue reading…
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Zeafruit and Harvest Innovation: Utilizing Technology for Sustainable Fruit Cultivation
In this insightful conversation, Steven from Zeafruit, a figure prominently involved in cultivating and distributing avocados and other fruits, engages in a dialogue with Galen, our Director of Applied Science at Felix Instruments. As they navigate the intricacies of sustaining a 12-month supply chain amidst the challenges posed by a single flowering event and unpredictable… Continue reading…
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Sweetness Predicted: AI Revolutionizes Citrus Fruit Quality Assessment
In her groundbreaking research at NUST, Dr. Ayesha Zeb sought to simplify the assessment of citrus fruit sweetness. The Produce Quality Meter was revolutionary – quickly gathering data from various citrus fruits. Paired with an AI model, the precise data collected led to a breakthrough: an accurate prediction of fruit sweetness. Dr. Zeb’s journey showcases… Continue reading…
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Faster Measurements and Regular Updates
“The F-751 has been a game changer for our orchard operations. With faster measurements and regular updates, we can assess the Hass Avocado quality in 10 minutes instead of destructively testing for 24 hours. This saves us time across the 30 orchards we measure and reduces fruit waste. We also utilize a Felix device at… Continue reading…
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Advancing apple quality assessment with the Felix Produce Quality Meter
Developing an accurate predictive apple quality model is no easy task, but Bart Nicolai and his research team at KU Leuven are cracking the code using the F-750 Produce Quality Meter. In over 20 years of research employing near-infrared technology, Mr. Nicolai has used or profiled nearly every NIR tool on the market. His… Continue reading…
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Gas analysis to extend shelf life in sweet potato
Partnering with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Savanna Agricultural Research Institute, Issah Sugri and his team are using the F-900 Portable Ethylene Analyzer to glean crucial insights into important commodities in Ghana. Armed with this data, the team is able to advise farmers and policy makers on low-cost methods to decrease postharvest losses and increase economic prosperity in the region.
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Revolutionizing the Mexican mango industry
Extensively utilizing the F-751 Mango Quality meter throughout Mexico, Dr. Jorge Osuna and his team at INIFAP have been able to apply and combine cutting edge technologies to give farmers new access to vital quality data about their mango crops.
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Building stackable models for high-efficiency breeding
Plant Geneticist Alberto De Marcos and his team at Semillas Fito are using in-depth NIRS data from the F-750 Produce Quality Meter to build and stack models of quality traits to breed better varieties of nightshade and gourd crops.
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Ethylene Gas Analysis & Heat Stress Treatment in Tomato Plants
Ethylene gas is produced due to stress, as it is a signaling molecule involved in stress response by plants. Hence, scientists use ethylene measurements as one of the standard procedures to monitor stress effects in crops.
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On-demand, portable NIR spectroscopy for your needs.
Portable and intuitive, harness the power of predictive models for virtually any commodity.
Lightweight & portable
Ergonomic and lightweight design allows for easy data capture, whether on site or in the lab.
Powerful spectrometer
Employ cutting-edge analytical range with the Produce Quality Meter’s powerful 310-1100 nm spectrometer.
Painless data storage and transfer
Store thousands of measurements on the included 64gb, removable SD card. Then quickly and easily transfer your data via WIFI, USB, or SD Card.
Heavy duty construction
Individually machined in the USA, the Produce Quality Meter’s highly durable, aluminum construction gives you peace of mind without sacrificing weight.
Anti-glare LCD screen
Designed with the user in mind, the Produce Quality Meter’s transflective LCD screen is easily viewed in any lighting conditions.
FruitMaps – Where Precision Farming Meets Plant Science
What is the size of this year’s crop? You need to know more than a month before harvest to plan... harvest labour cartons. When do you call the harvest start – too early and the fruit will not be an optimum eating quality, too late and fruit will not travel well.
FruitMaps is designed to harvest data to inform your decisions.
More than 50+ published
research papers
on NIR analysis of fruit
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Predict quality characteristics in seconds
Integrated crop mapping
Harvest planning has never been easier with Felix Instruments’ exclusive harvest mapping software, FruitMaps.
Non-destructive measurements
Measuring light interactance with molecular components inside a commodity, the Produce Quality meter virtually eliminates the need for destructive testing.
All-day battery life
Take 1600+ scans on a single charge, or quickly swap out the 3400mAh, lithium- ion batteries for extended use.
Create unlimited models
Create unlimited customizable models for specific varieties, locations, and traits.
Measure crucial quality parameters
Quickly and easily measure total soluble solids (°Brix), dry matter, titratable acidity, and internal color.
Scans in seconds
Collect actionable data in just 8-12 seconds with the Produce Quality Meter’s performance-based design.
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Does this product come with a warranty?
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All devices from Felix Instruments – Applied Food Science come with a 12- month warranty at the point of sale. The warranty covers repairing and replacing defective parts of the instrument that were manufactured directly by Felix Instruments. The warranty does not cover wear and tear, neglect, misuse, accident, or excessive deterioration. Further, unauthorized repair and alteration by an unauthorized party voids the warranty. More information can be found in the operation manual of your instrument.
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Is the Produce Quality Meter waterproof?
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The Produce Quality Meter is not designed to be waterproof and should not be used underwater. The Produce Quality Meter is designed to be water-resistant. Use in light rain is fine, however, there are electronics inside of the Produce Quality Meter that can be damaged from water entering the instrument, so it is not recommended to use the Produce Quality Meter during heavy rainfall.
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What are the operating conditions of this product?
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The recommended operating temperature range for the Produce Quality Meter is 0 – 50° Celsius.
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How do I determine model quality?
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Several factors should be viewed when assessing the quality of a model. Read more here.
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How do I use the Produce Quality Meter to create models?
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Have additional questions?
Click the link below to speak with one of our staff scientists about your specific application.
Specifications
| Spectrometer: | Carl Zeiss MMS-1 Spectrometer |
| Range: | 310-1100 nm |
| Spectral Sample Size: | 3 nm |
| Spectral Resolution: | 8-13 nm |
| Light Source: | Xenon Tungsten Lamp |
| Lens: | Fused silica, coated to enhance NIR |
| Shutter: | White painted reference standard |
| Display: | Sunlight visible transflective LCD screen |
| PC Interface: | Connectivity: USB & WiFi |
| Spectral Data Output Options | Reflectance, absorbance, first derivative, second derivative |
| Operating Conditions | 0-50ºC, 0-90% non-condensing humidity |
| Measurement: | Absorbance, second derviative absorbance |
| Power Source: | Removable 3100 milliamp hour lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Life: | 1600+ measurements |
| Data Storage: | Removable 32 GB SD card |
| Body: | Heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum body |
| Dimensions: | 7.1″ x 4.75″W, 1.75″ thick |
| Weight: | 1.05 kg |
Application Notes
Improving Fruit Quality and Grower Decision Making: An Interview with Dr. Ioannis Minas
Future Proof your Quality: Intro to NIR Spectroscopy and Chemometrics - Part 1
Future Proof your Quality: Building a Model - Sample Plan and Analytical Testing - Part 2
Future Proof your Quality: Building a Model - Preprocessing, Types of Models, & Wavelength Selection - Part 3
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Future Proof your Quality: Validating a Model Part 1 - Relevant Statistics and Types of Validation Testing - Part 4
SD Card Navigation | F-750 + F-751
Adjusting the Offset | F-750 + F-751
User Interface & Menu Walkthrough | F-750 + F-751
The Ultimate Guide to Fruitmaps: Learn How Professionals Are Utilizing Fruitmaps in 2024
Creating an Application with AppBuilder
AppBuilder Overview
Consistency is Key: Best Practices for Measurement of Dry Matter & Brix (con subtítulos en español)
Consistency is Key: Best Practices for Measurement of Dry Matter & Brix with NIR
Rapid, non-destructive measurement of key produce quality traits.
Providing unparalleled versatility and performance in understanding your commodity’s key quality indicators.
