N/Protein Determination in Meat According to the Kjeldahl Method

11 Jun 2017

Würstel are typical sausages from Germany, Austria and South Tyrol, and are mainly made from pork, but also meat such as beef, turkey and chicken. Meat proteins have a high nutritional value and also a technological importance: they affect the quality of the finished product, influencing some properties as well as water retention, emulsifying capability and the softness of the dough. This application note demonstrates the protein determination in meat according to the Kjeldahl method.

UDK Series - Kjeldahl Distillation Units

Velp Scientifica

The UDK Series Distillers are designed to meet the most challenging demands and requirements for diverse applications, according to international standards: Kjeldahl nitrogen TKN, proteins, ammoniacal nitrogen, nitric nitrogen (Devarda), phenols, TVBN and volatile acids, cyanides, and alcohol content. 

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DKL Series and DK Series - Kjeldahl Digesters

Velp Scientifica

DK Series digesters are traditional digesters, consisting of an aluminum heating block to offer high thermal homogeneity. The DKL Series of digesters offers a premium level of automation: lowering and lifting of the samples take place automatically, as well as the separation between the test tubes and the suction cup. VELP digesters work in accordance with a variety of Standards (such as AOAC, ISO, EPA, DIN etc.)

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