Sensory analysis techniques
Descriptive Analysis
- UKAS accredited full descriptive profile
This approach is recommended for larger sample sizes where an in-depth understanding of the sensory characteristics of products is required or if the data is to be correlated with consumer or analytical data.
- Rapid attribute profiling
To meet our clients' needs we have developed this method to offer a cost effective solution to sensory profiling. This approach is usually adapted for smaller sample sizes or when the focus is on a limited number of attributes. This is particularly useful for screening products to obtain top-line information on their sensory characteristics.
- Napping® and partial Napping®
Rapid methods, particularly ideal for 'sensory screening' of samples with different characteristics. Napping® and partial Napping® use a panel of trained assessors. Samples are grouped on a two dimensional surface according to similarities and differences, to produce a map, and descriptive terms applied to each sample within the map.
Discrimination Testing
- UKAS accredited triangle testing
Triangle testing can be run for both difference and similarity, to help with new product development, product optimisation, and potential taint determination.
Sensory quality analysis
- Sensory quality grading
Our experienced sensory quality assessors use a grading approach to understand differences in the sensory quality of products. This approach is utilised for shelf-life storage trials and to understand the effects of various treatments.
- Campden food specifications for canned and frozen products
Campden product specifications are well known in the industry - they enable companies to produce canned and quick frozen foods to internationally recognised standards of quality, and so facilitate trade with partners.
Contact Us
If you would like further information about our sensory analysis techniques please email us at info@campden.co.uk or call our switchboard on +44(0)1386 842000 and they will be happy to direct your call to the relevant person.
