Client Overview:
Company Name: Cumberland Valley Analytical Services (CVAS)
Industry: Agricultural Testing
Location: USA
Introduction:
Ralph Ward, CEO of Cumberland Valley Analytical Services, discusses the impact of NeoSpectra on feed and forage testing in the dairy industry. NeoSpectra offers a compact, rugged, and user-friendly handheld solution, revolutionizing real-time data collection and analysis for CVAS.
Challenges:
Traditionally, the workflow involved:
- Collecting samples
- Sending samples to a distant lab
- Waiting for results, which were often historical by the time they were received
Solution:
NeoSpectra provides rapid, on-site analysis, enabling real-time management decisions. CVAS uses NeoSpectra to test a wide range of feed and forage parameters, offering immediate insights to producers, nutritionists, and quality control sectors.
Implementation:
NeoSpectra's handheld NIR scanner delivers precise spectral data, supported by robust software systems. CVAS leverages NeoSpectra for:
- Managing moisture and nutrients in dairy feed
- Analyzing various feed ingredients at feed mills
- Making immediate decisions based on real-time data
Results:
- Rapid Decision-Making: NeoSpectra enables CVAS to incorporate test results into management systems quickly, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Robust Performance: The rugged hardware withstands varied conditions, while the advanced software ensures precise data management and usability.
- User-Friendly Experience: The integrated lab store simplifies access to models and data, providing a seamless user experience with minimal learning curve.
Client Testimonial:
"NeoSpectra has advanced both the hardware and software significantly, providing a clean and efficient solution for field use. The compact, rugged design and user-friendly lab store make it an ideal choice for real-time feed analysis."
Conclusion:
NeoSpectra and CVAS are setting new standards in feed and forage testing, offering real-time, accurate, and cost-effective solutions. This collaboration empowers the dairy industry with advanced tools for immediate and informed decision-making.
