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TCM - THOMAS CONSTRUCTIONS MECANIQUES, developer of innovations, designs and produces industrial insect breeding, feeding and processing facilities for the agri-food industry. This custom-made automated and semi-automated equipment is designed for insect breeding and processing to produce insect proteins for animal and plant nutrition. These modular units are ideally suited to insect breeding in vertical farms, in fully automated or semi-automated industrial facilities specialising in the production and manufacture of insect proteins

Lysine, also known as L-lysine, is an essential amino acid that activates enzymatic reactions, promotes protein synthesis, aids in bone development, promotes carbohydrate metabolism, and facilitates calcium absorption. It is usually present as a white powder and can be obtained on an industrial scale from caprolactam. Stored in a cool, dry environment, Lysine has a shelf life of two years. Foodcom S.A. offers Lysine in 25 kg bags. Lysine is an important ingredient in animal nutrition. It is added to feed premixes to ensure that the desired Lysine content is maintained, as it may not be present in sufficient quantities in other protein sources such as soybean meal and corn. Lysine is an important component of feed rations for various animals such as poultry, dairy cows, pigs and fish.

Maltodextrin is a white powder obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis of starch, mainly from corn, rice or wheat. Because of its high solubility, it is useful for improving the nutritional value of many products, and it can also help control moisture and extend shelf life. Maltodextrin has a shelf life of 24 months and Foodcom S.A. offers Maltodextrin in 25kg bags. This food additive is widely used in meats, baked goods, confectionery, ice cream, beverages, yogurts and juices to improve texture, act as an emulsifier and increase viscosity. Its low glycemic index makes it a popular ingredient in sports nutrition and diabetic-friendly products. In animal nutrition, Maltodextrin is a cost-effective source of energy that improves the texture, pigmentation and flavor of feeds. It also increases nutrient uptake and feed efficiency, reduces dehydration and stress symptoms.

To obtain Potato Protein, potatoes are cleaned, steamed, and peeled. The starch is then extracted with water, resulting in a protein-rich slurry that is treated with acid, dried, and processed into a fine powder. The raw material for this process is starch potatoes of Polish origin. Potato Protein is highly digestible, with a digestibility rate of around 85%, and has a high nutritional value with a beneficial profile of amino acids, including Lysine and Methionine. Potato Protein can be hypoallergenic, depending on the starch extraction method used. It should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated environment and has a shelf life of 18 months. Foodcom S.A. offers Potato Protein in 25 kg bags, Big Bags, and bulk. Potato Protein is used as an animal nutrition additive for young animals, piglets, cows, poultry, and pet food. Food grade Potato Protein is used in the production of food items as a plant source of protein.

Soy Protein Concentrate (SPC) is a refined product that comes from soybean meal that has been toasted, dehulled, and defatted. SPC has a creamy white or light-yellow color and a distinct soybean smell. It can be found as a fine powder or granules, with both GMO and non-GMO versions available. SPC has a protein content of 60% per 100g of product and is intended for animal feed. It has a shelf life of 12 to 24 months and should be stored in a well-ventilated warehouse with a maximum temperature of 25°C and low humidity. Foodcom S.A. offers SPC in 25 kg bags, Big Bags, and in bulk. Soy Protein Concentrate is commonly used in animal nutrition products for a variety of species, including calf milk replacers, veal and rearing calves, poultry and piglet food, and aquaculture nutrition. SPC is known for its high digestibility and amino acid content, which help promote animal growth.

The FAN ci2 is a highly sensitive analysis instrument for the determination of the ratio of the stable isotope 13C and 12C in the CO 2 of respiratory gases. The field of application for the device are all diagnosis techniques in which tracer substances marked with the 13C stable isotope are catabolized and finally expelled through respiration. The 13C breath test analyzer FAN ci2 can be equipped with a highly stable dual beam infrared spectrometer module. So this device with its 8 or 16 ports is suitable both for medical routine diagnostics and for long term measurements with high demands for precision and stability. The included FANci–software for measuring and interpretation supports all current operating systems of the connected PC. You are free to select from more than 20 integrated breath tests, e.g. Helicobacter pylori test, liver function test, or measuring intestinal transit time. FAN ci2 is the ideal device for physicians’ office laboratories as well as for scientific institutes. Special features simple and save handling small sample volume (approx. 100ml) high performance (approx. 30 samples/h) high repeatability (standard deviation < 0.5‰) low servicing by internal checks of system status wide field of application by flexible adaptation to special questions Fields of application Medicine diagnostic studies for Helicobacter–gastritis investigation of aminoacid metabolism monitoring the circulation of bile acid detection of fat malabsorption indication of bacterial overgrowth in the jejunum specific liver function tests measurement of gastric emptying rate of solids determination of the lactase activity with 13C labeled cornstarch test of the pancreas function with the lipase enzyme Animal nutrition and biochemistry utilisation of feedstuff dynamics of metabolism Operating principle The principle of measurement is based upon the specific absorption of infrared light in the middle of the infrared spectrum between 2 and 8µm wave length (NDIR: Non Dispersive Infrared Spectroscopy). The high selectivity of the infrared detectors is obtained by filling themselves with the corresponding components, 13CO 2 and 12CO 2 respectively. The cross sensitivity of 13CO 2 to the high 12CO 2 concentrations is reduced by using a 12CO 2 gas filter in the 13CO 2 channel and mathematical hods. To yield the high accuracy the temperature is stabilized by thermostat and the system is closed to the environment. Software The control of the FAN ci2 is realized by the FANci WINDOWS®–software that guarantees an easy handling of the analyzer system and a clearly arranged representation of the results of measurements. So the user is informed about the progress of the measurements at any time. All controls needed for the routine procedures of the FAN ci2, as recording of sample data, start of measurement, evaluation and documentation of the results are easy available. All relevant system parameters are observed continuously and any disturbances in the process reported immediately. By selecting only a few system parameters, the FAN ci2 is adaptable to different questions. Via standard data interfaces like GDT, HL7 or ASTM the software can be connected to practise or hospital EDP systems easily. System configuration The FAN ci2 only consists of one unit that includes the acquisition unit and the gas management system. The gas sample–ports for the breath bags are located in front of the device. There are only two connections necessary: the power supply and the connection to the Personal Computer. The software communicate with the components of the device via USB. Simple and secure handling by in the hardware integrated sample recognition system compact design and neat layout of controls internal control with fail-save CAN bus heated gas path to eliminate residual moisture low stoppage times and service costs by internal status checks for early failure diagnosis Optical system with integrated thermostat, optimized for the measuring process new efficient IR–sources modified light modulation, optimized to the signal processing and, due to this markedly smoother output signal with lower drift insensitive to nuisance gases by higher selectivity