Food and Texture Analysis
Expert Force Measurement Solutions since 1835

Chatillon^® force measurement instruments and systems are used around the world for testing food products and their texture characteristics. Our force gauges, testers and application software are used for a variety of testing methods that conform to industry standards. We offer handheld and test stand solutions for your texture analysis testing requirements.

AMETEK Testing Solutions - Hardness

Hardness is generally determined by penetration resistance of a cylinder probe into a sample. A "hardness index" is sometimes used based on the cone mass divided by the penetration depth.

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