Quality cannot depend on off-line spot checks

In industrial processes such as the production of animal feed, pellet durability is a critical indicator of quality.

Low durability can lead to:

* Losses due to broken product.
* Customer complaints.
* Transportation issues.
* Variability in the final product experience.
* Impact on brand reputation.

Traditionally, durability is measured:

The problem is clear:

  • > Cuando el resultado llega, el producto ya está hecho.
At Ingelam, we realized that quality cannot be reactive. it must be measured in real time.
That’s why we developed the Online Durability Meter.

Automatic measurement integrated into the production process

Our system allows us to measure the product’s durability directly on the production line, without relying solely on subsequent manual testing.

The system:

  • * Performs controlled sampling of the product.
  • * Performs structured measurements.
  • * Automatically records results.
  • * Enables real-time analysis.
  • * Integrates data with management systems.
It does not replace the lab. It supplements this with real-time information.
System Architecture
The Online Durability Meter includes:
  • * Mechanical evaluation system.
  • * Sensors and automatic control.
  • * Integration with PLC.
  • * Digital recording of results.
  • * Communication with analysis systems.
You can connect with:
  • * Automation in Industrial Processes.
  • * Data Integration and OT Networks.
  • * PMS – Production Management.
  • * SADI – Industrial Analytics.
This allows you to associate shelf life by batch, shift, or production line.

What does a plant gain by implementing the meter?

  • * Continuous quality measurement
  • * Early Detection of Deviations
  • * Reduction in rework
  • * Faster process adjustment
  • * Improved product consistency
  • * Structured Historical Record
Quality is no longer a surprise. It becomes a controlled parameter.

Operational and Strategic Impact

  • When durability is measured online:

Se pueden ajustar
parámetros del
peletizado inmediatamente.

Se reducen pérdidas
por producto quebrado.

Se mejora la
estabilidad del
proceso.

Se fortalece la
trazabilidad.

Se toman decisiones
con datos reales.

Pelletizing parameters
can be adjusted
immediately.

Losses due to broken
products are reduced.

Process stability
is improved

Traceability is being
strengthened.

Decisions are made
based on real data.

This has a direct impact:

  • Profitability.
  • Compliance.
  • Customer satisfaction.

Differences Compared to Traditional Tests

This system:
  • * Reduces reliance solely on manual testing.
  • * Reduce the time between measurement and action.
  • * It enables digital integration
  • * It becomes a source of data for continuous improvement.
It is engineering applied to industrial quality.

Integration with the Ingelam ecosystem

When the meter is used in conjunction with:

PMS

Permite asociar calidad a cada lote producido.

SADI

Permite asociar calidad a cada lote producido.

Automatización

Permite ajustes automáticos en parámetros si se detectan desviaciones.

Quality shifts from being an end result to being a controlled variable.
Main Applications
  • * Animal feed plants.
  • * Pelletizing processes.
  • * Operations where product strength is critical.
  • * Plants seeking structured quality control.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it completely replace the lab test?
No. It supplements monitoring with real-time information.
Can it be adapted to different types of products?
Yes, it is evaluated technically according to the process.
Does it require a high degree of automation?
It is integrated based on the existing level of technology.
Can it generate historical data for auditing purposes?
Yes, the data can be integrated into industrial analytics systems.
Does the quality of your pellets depend solely on subsequent testing?
If you want to measure durability in real time and reduce variability in your process, we can analyze your operation. Send us your information, and let’s review your pelletizing process.