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Customer Story: Dr. Jeff Culbertson, Washington State University

Dr. Jeff Culbertson clears up confusion about target water activity

Water Activity is a Critical Control Point in HACCP Plans

According to the USDA, "A potentially hazardous food does not include . . . a food with a water activity value of 0.85 or less."

Customer Story: Dr. Caleb Nindo, University of Idaho

Dr. Caleb Nindo shares his excitement for the science of water and how it relates to food. 

Maximize Shelf Life

Use isotherms to perform packaging calculations and predict the effects of temperature abuse.

Customer Story: Dr. Jeff Bohlscheid, University of Idaho

Key points about water activity you should understand (it will be on the test)

Moisture Content and Water Activity in One Instrument

Reduce error up to 90% with an odor-free, chemical-free method for measuring moisture content. Learn more >>

Test Water Activity at the Line

Make fast, accurate measurements with minimal training.

Why Doesn't Honey Mold?

Water Activity 101--Click here to learn more

Reduce Microbial Testing

USP & ICH guidelines allow reduced microbial testing if certain water activity standards are met. Learn more>>

Formulate to Maximize Quality and Profit

Use the right water activity target to ensure microbial safety, guarantee quality, and improve the bottom line. Read more>>

Prevent Caking and Clumping

Water activity can predict caking and clumping in dry powders. Read more>>

Predict Moisture Migration

Match and measure water activity in multi-component products to avoid texture changes and maintain quality. Read more>>
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Virtual Seminar: Fundamentals and Consequences of Water-Solid Interactions

April, 17 2013

Water Activity and Pet Food

March, 27 2013

Free Virtual Seminar: Water Activity 301 - Advanced Topics

February, 19 2013

Free Virtual Seminar: Water Activity 201

January, 23 2013

Free Virtual Seminar: Get More Out of your AquaLab

September, 19 2012

IFT Video: Food Geeks in History

June, 18 2012

IFT Video: Real Men of Food Genius

June, 18 2012

Free Virtual Seminar: Water Activity 101

May, 10 2012

Free Virtual Seminar: Water Activity in Pharmaceutical Products

May, 10 2012

Free Virtual Seminar: The Secret Life of Water Activity

April, 16 2012
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