LITMUS FQI Food Quality Sensors
Bulk Pump and Straw Sensor
Used primarily by regulators, brokers, laboratories, processors and anyone receiving large quantities of food in bulk quantities. The developing agents change the color of the sensor [straw] from yellow to blue and the length of color change is a direct measure of the quality of the food. The results are quantitative and can be viewed quickly, usually within three minutes. The benefits are more sales via assured higher quality, reduced liability and less shrinkage via quality control.
Shipping Sensor
A credit card sized sensor is inserted into closed shipping containers at the point of origination and is effective for frozen, on ice, individually frozen and in the round shipments which are sealed in a closed container. Results are qualitative and designed for “long term” deliveries of one week or more. Shipping sensor detection provides an opportunity to recoup potential significant losses by better managing the food chain.
Retail Sensor
For retail outlets that sell food in case-ready packages. Retail sensors suit the needs for suppliers and retailers wanting to build premium brand equity and customer loyalty into their products. The quality of their food is assured when this sensor is included in their packaged food. The sensor is easy for the customer to understand: Yellow is “Best”, Any Other Color “Do Not Eat”.
Quick Stick Sensor
Used at multiple stages throughout the food supply chain. Sensor requires only 30 minutes or less and provides a qualitative assessment of quality. Sensor is perfect for the food handlers who want a quick and accurate determination before offering products for sale.