Leading the Way in Texture, Firmness, and Color Measurement
Soft Fruits Firmness Tester AGROSTA®WINTERWOOD
€4,950.00
An automatic machine using the Durofel standard for precise firmness, size, and optional color analysis of fruits and vegetables, with advanced statistics exportable to Excel. Ideal for testing batches of soft fruits with smooth skin, like blueberries.
Automatic Durofel Firmness Tester
The AGROSTA® Winterwood is an advanced automatic analyzer crafted for batch testing of firmness, size, and color (optional) in fruits and vegetables, designed specifically for soft fruits with smooth skin. Utilizing the Durofel sensor Tip. The turntables, equipped with 32 cups for blueberries and 20 cups for cherries, cranberries, grapes, and olives, allow users to select models tailored to fruit sizes, covering diameters from 10mm to 37mm.
Key features include:
- Windows-Compatible Software: Includes a light version of Excel for easy data storage, batch analysis, and report generation.
- Versatile Turntables: Two included turntables, with models available for various fruit sizes. Options cover 10 cups for larger fruits, 20 cups for smaller fruits (e.g., cherries), and 32 for blueberries.
- High-Precision Sensor Head: Pre-fitted with tips specific to different fruits, using high-precision stepper motors for exact measurements.
- Optional Color Measurement: Spectrophotometer for light intensity analysis with six wavelengths.
- Size Measurement: Measures motor steps to determine diameter at probe position.
- Interchangeable Trays: Easily switch trays for different produce types.
The AGROSTA® Winterwood comes with tips designed for specific fruits, such as tip ‘10’ for apricots and tomatoes, and tip ‘25’ for cherries and blueberries. If purchased through our website, we will reach out to confirm your desired tip selection; alternatively, you may specify your preference by contacting us directly.
Price:
- Analyzer with 2 turntables: €4950
- Additional turntable: €215 each
- Optional colorimeter: €405
For further details, consult the USER MANUAL
Key Features
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Durofel Standard
Measures firmness on a 0-100 scale
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Windows App
Includes a light version of Excel for easy data storage, batch analysis, and report generation.
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Size Measurement
Measures motor steps to determine exact diameter at probe position.
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Optional Color Measurement
Spectrophotometer for light intensity analysis with six wavelengths; includes a cleaning lens for accuracy
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Statistics
Number of samples, average, and standard deviation
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Two included turntables
Options cover 10 cups for larger fruits, 20 cups for smaller fruits (e.g., cherries), and 32 for blueberries.
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Ceramic Microparticle Tip
For high precision and durability
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Maintenance-Free
The device is engineered to operate reliably throughout its lifetime, with no maintenance required. Calibration can easily be checked by the user, thanks to the sensor's double-check system. When a value of 100% is obtained on a hard flat surface, it guarantees that the device is fully calibrated. All devices come with a two-year warranty.
Applications
Continuous Testing
Perform uninterrupted testing with replaceable samples mid-cycle.
Batch Testing for Soft Fruits
Measure firmness, size, and optional color for smooth-skinned fruits like blueberries, cherries, and cranberries.
Color and Size Analysis
Add optional color measurement for comprehensive quality checks.
“Long story short, we absolutely thrilled with the machines. They are everything we expected and then some. We’ve been using them for a couple of weeks now and are completely comfortable using them.
Whenever anyone asks what I recommend, I can assure you that AGROSTA will the first words to come out of my mouth.”
From Oregon Blueberries
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FAQ
The Winterwood is ideal for soft fruits with smooth skin, including blueberries, cherries, cranberries, grapes, and olives. It supports a wide range of fruit sizes with interchangeable turntables.
The device uses a Durofel sensor tip for high-precision firmness measurements, providing accurate results for batch testing.
Yes, the Winterwood comes with interchangeable tips tailored to specific fruits, such as Tip ‘10’ for apricots and Tip ‘25’ for cherries and blueberries. Specify your preferred tip during purchase or contact us to confirm.
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