Petfood Testing

Any of the texture analyser range can be used for the product tests listed below. A selection of special attachments and typical measurements are also shown which are commonly used in this application area. However, this does not show the complete range of attachments available for the testing of petfood products. Test procedures include: compression, puncture/penetration, tension, fracture/bending, extrusion, cutting/shearing. Typical measurements include: Firmness/Hardness: dry petfoods, biscuits Compressibility/Crush Force: dry petfoods Tensile Strength: dog chews, pack materials, packaging seals Crispness: snacks, biscuits Break Strength/ Snapping Force: dog biscuits, snack sticks Flexibility: wet petfoods Consistency: faecal matter Friction properties: packaging

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