ProLine17ES Analyzer
The ProLine 17ES FT-NIR Analyzer is a high-performance, compact analysis system designed for continuous, real-time quality control and rapid process monitoring within standard industrial environments. Installed directly in the process line without the need for bypass configurations, it eliminates the delays of manual sampling and traditional wet-chemistry laboratory preparation. Powered by advanced near-infrared spectroscopy, the ProLine 17ES simultaneously analyzes multiple chemical and physical properties within seconds, transferring accurate, actionable data straight to process control systems. This continuous tracking capability empowers manufacturers to improve operational yields and systematically optimize production profit.
Full Value Chain Traceability
The ProLine 17ES provides a versatile analytical anchor across diverse industrial sectors—including Feed, Food, and Pharma/Chemical manufacturing—delivering complete data traceability from start to finish.
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Incoming Goods Inspection Instant verification of raw material quality directly at the reception point.
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In-Process Production Control Continuous, automated monitoring of product flows to secure batch consistency and process boundaries.
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Finished Product Release Final validation of end-product formulations before final release.
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Universal Sample Capability Optimized for direct, non-destructive measurement of both solid and liquid samples in ground, unground, or pelletized forms.
Ruggedized Inline Hardware Architecture
Built to withstand the physical stresses of heavy industrial environments, the ProLine 17ES combines an ultra-compact form factor with premium mechanical components for direct process integration.
Stainless Steel 316 Housing
Encased in a robust, high-durability Stainless Steel 316 grade chassis with an ultra-compact profile (96 mm diameter, 180 mm length), ensuring exceptional resistance against external manufacturing stresses.
Food-Grade Sapphire Interface
Features a 3 mm thick sapphire process line interface (35/25 mm diameter) backed by a food-grade O-ring seal, providing a hygienic, scratch-resistant, and high-pressure window into the production flow.
IP65 Ingress Protection
Fully rated to IP65 industrial standards, offering complete defense against dust penetration and water splashes common in heavy processing areas.
High SNR Optoelectronics
Equipped with a high-sensitivity InGaAs photodiode array sensor achieving a 23,000 signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring ultra-precise spectral capture under rapid factory flows.
Standard Package & Industrial Connectivity
The ProLine 17ES comes ready for rapid process integration, packed with industry-proven accessories and robust electronic interfaces designed for automated control architectures.
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ProLine 17ES FT-NIR Inline Analyzer Main Unit
The core spectroscopic sensing cylinder engineered for inline process monitoring.
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High-Quality Shielded LAN Cable
Minimum Cat 5e RJ45 connection with IP67-rated sealing to ensure secure, noise-free ethernet data transmission.
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Industrial Power Supply Component
2.1 Plug-in type power interface supporting 176-264 V input and delivering a stable 24 V DC / 3.6 A output.
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Food-Grade Sealing Kit
Standard integrated food-grade O-ring seals for seamless process window mounting.
Real-Time Process Optimization
Delivering an average analysis frequency of 2 to 20 seconds per cycle, the ProLine 17ES replaces periodic, labor-intensive grab sampling with an unbroken stream of real-time nutritional insights.
This rapid measurement cycle provides the instant traceability required to make immediate mechanical or formulation adjustments inside the factory, protecting final product standards and preventing costly out-of-specification production runs.
Key Value Drivers
- ✓ Continuous Process Line Analysis: Enables continuous analysis directly in the process line without requiring a bypass.
- ✓ Direct Key Parameter Display: Provides a direct display of key chemical and physical parameters based on the latest NIR technology.
- ✓ Control Room Integration: Ensures all relevant parameters are directly displayed in the control room for real-time monitoring.
- ✓ Adverse Environment Resistance: Built with a durable structure that is easily installed and highly resistant to adverse production environments.
- ✓ High Sensitivity Spectral Sampling: Performs 2000 spectra/sample measurements utilizing a high-sensitivity sensor with a 23,000 signal-to-noise ratio for better quality analysis.
Industrial Process Control via ProChem
The hardware power of the ProLine 17ES is fully harnessed by ProChem, the central instrument control software platform. ProChem acts as the bridge between raw spectroscopic measurements and industrial automation architecture, managing calibration chemometrics behind the scenes to deliver simplified, high-accuracy parameter displays. It enables operators to maintain baseline tracking, oversee sensor health metrics, and guarantee that the continuous flow of real-time analytical data integrates seamlessly into the overall plant automation matrix.
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Automated Calibration Engine Translates raw near-infrared spectral outputs into instant, simplified parameter readouts using background chemometric models.
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Control Room Integration Facilitates uninterrupted data transmission directly to DCS and PLC systems via standard industrial communication protocols.
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Proactive Diagnostics & Health Continuously monitors spectrometer source health and optical window integrity to prevent process downtime.
Technical Specifications & Installation Requirements
Review the detailed engineering parameters, electrical limits, and environmental operating conditions of the ProLine 17ES series to ensure seamless deployment within your facility.
Spectral & Optical Parameters
- Technology / Method Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy
- Wavelength Range 950 – 1650 nm (10,526 – 6,060 cm-1)
- Detector Type InGaAs Photodiode Array
- Spectral Bandwidth < 1.25% of center wavelength (1% typical)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio 23,000 (typical, average of 100 scans)
- Scan Frequency 2000 spectra / sample
- Integration Time Typical 10 ms (Minimum 10 μsec)
- Dynamic Range (Max) 1000:1
- Reference Standard Spectralon (>99% Diffuse Reflectance)
- Absorbance Range Up to 3 AU
- Bulb Life > 10,000 hours
Mechanical, Electrical & Environmental Limits
- Housing Material Stainless Steel 316
- Process Line Interface Sapphire Window (Diameter: 35/25 mm, Thickness: 3 mm)
- Sealing System Food-Grade O-Ring Seal
- Ingress Protection IP65 Rated
- Dimensions Diameter: 96 mm | Length: 180 mm
- Analysis Frequency Real-Time (Average 2 – 20 seconds / analysis)
- Data Connection Shielded LAN Cable, min. Cat 5e RJ45 (IP67 sealing)
- Power Interface / Type 2.1 Plug-in
- Electrical Input 176 – 264 V AC (50/60 Hz)
- Electrical Output 24 V DC / 3.6 A
- Operating Temperature 0°C to +35°C (Relative Humidity ≤ 85% at 35°C)
- Storage & Transit Temp. -20°C to +40°C (Relative Humidity ≤ 85% at 40°C)
- Measurable Parameters Fat, Protein, Moisture, Ash, Starch, and Crude Fiber (Adjustable*)
Accelerate Your Quality Workflows
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