Chris Pike

Chris Pike is the Senior Global Business Development Director for NIR Products with KPM Analytics. He first discovered NIR while studying polymer science, for which he earned a BSc Honors from the University of Manchester, England. Beginning his career as an industrial chemist, Chris moved into a sales role with Process Sensors Corporation, which was acquired by KPM Analytics in 2015. From there, he transitioned from regional sales to North American Sales Manager and then to Global Sales Director before his current role.

Chris Pike

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Explore how NIR technology works, why it’s widely used for moisture measurement, and how it’s revolutionizing quality control in many industries.

How Do In-Process Near-Infrared Measurements Work?

Process Optimization

NIR instrumentation produces reliable and repeatable measurements of moisture, oil, seasonings and other parameters on the food production line, with no need fo

Food and Feed Moisture Meters

Food Quality & Safety

NIR transmitters from KPM Analytics can measure moisture and fat/oil simultaneously in under 10 seconds to ensure product quality.

Fat & Moisture Measurements in Chocolate Production

Food Quality & Safety

Using NIR technology to measure extrusions improves speed at start up, increases production, reduces scrap and allows for data archiving by roll or run.

Improving Adhesive Coating with Real-Time Monitoring

Product Quality (non food)

Understanding the difference between NIR & RF will help you select the right type of moisture sensor for the material you want to measure/monitor.

IR vs. RF Technology

Product Quality (non food)

Quick & simple analysis using NIR at receiving, in the lab, or at-line, can help you to avoid poor quality ingredients before they enter your productiion flow.

Ensuring the Quality of Incoming Ingredients Using NIR

Food Quality & Safety

Near infrared instruments provide quick, accurate measurements for moisture and instantaneous, precise percentages of flavorings and seasonings for snack foods.

Considerations when Using NIR in a Snack Food Production Environment

Food Quality & Safety

KPM offers several tools to help you assess ingredient quality and understand how it will perform in your unique production process.

Changing Your Ingredient Supplier? Don’t Leave Quality to Chance

Food Quality & Safety

Learn why NIR-based compositional analysis, used daily by thousands of food manufacturers, is a very attractive technique for monitoring manufacturing processes

At-Line NIR Analysis: Cut Food Production Costs & Optimize Formulation

Food Quality & Safety

Edge curl and lay flat issues are often addressed with re-moisturizers in the label and converting manufacturing industry

Controlling Steam Re-Moisturizers to Reduce Edge Curl

Product Quality (non food)

NIR stands for Near InfraRed spectroscopy, it refers to the analytical technique of using near-infrared radiation to analyze samples for compositional traits.

What is NIR Spectroscopy and How Does It Work?

Product Quality (non food)

NIR sensors are extremely sensitive instruments that are optimized to measure the absorbencies of samples at specific wavelength regions.

Near Infrared Measurements - How Do They Work?

Product Quality (non food)

NIR is a versatile technology that is widely used to provide reliable and accurate analysis for a wide range of sample types. But what is an NIR calibration?

What is an NIR Calibration?

Product Quality (non food)

Moisture content may be determined by numerous techniques. These may be divided into two major categories, primary and secondary measurement.

Principles of Moisture Measurement

Product Quality (non food)

While accurate, IR moisture balances have some drawbacks for specific product types. This Case Study explains the advantages of NIR analysis.

IR Moisture Balance vs NIR: A Snack Food Quality Case Study

Food Quality & Safety

Zero and span calibration controls are used to make the NIR sensor display values match the lab values within the limitations of lab accuracy & sample handling.

What Really Are the Zero and Span Calibration Controls?

Product Quality (non food)

While both are well suited & established for measuring moisture and oil/fat, there are a few important differences to consider.

What's the Difference Between a Photometer & Spectrophotometer?

Product Quality (non food)

Dielectric measurement accurately resolves very low quantities of free water and is particularly suited to determine moisture content in gypsum board.

RF Dielectric Measurements & Moisture Measurement

Product Quality (non food)

Optimize tobacco leaf processing with the MCT460 moisture analyzer for consistent quality and efficient storage, ensuring superior end products.

Tobacco Leaf Moisture Measurement and Control

Product Quality (non food)

Optimal moisture control in baked goods enhances texture, flavour, shelf life, and reduces waste, ensuring quality and production efficiency.

Moisture in Cookie and Cracker Production

Food Quality & Safety

NIR analysis is a proven technique that provides simultaneous results for moisture, fat, protein, fiber, ash, and more during production and in the lab.

Quality Control in a Cookie and Cracker Plant

Food Quality & Safety

Moisture control is a major issue for pellet manufacturers. Being proactive with moisture measurement and control can result in cost savings & better product.

Wood Pellets Moisture Measurement

Product Quality (non food)

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