This time, FOSS sponsored the Jae W Park Slim School held in Bangkok, Thailand. The Asian area of this school started in 2016 and this year marks the 14th session. Over the course of three days, various information exchanges took place, including presentations from Slim stakeholders, as well as trends, market analysis, and manufacturing processes. As a sponsoring company, FOSS also conducted presentations and laboratory sessions. It was a great opportunity to directly discuss not only analytical instruments but also Slim-related equipment and sources of raw materials. If you have any interest in our equipment or materials, please feel free to contact us! Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

On October 4th and 5th, we exhibited OenoFoss2 at the booth of Yanai Electric Industry at the exhibition organized by the Brewing Equipment Industrial Association, held at the Red Brick Brewing Test Center in Kita Ward, Tokyo. In conjunction with the brewing conference being held at a separate venue, we had many visitors, including domestic sake manufacturers, soy sauce manufacturers, the National Tax Agency, and various prefectural industrial technology centers. If you would like a demo or materials, please feel free to contact us anytime. Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

This time, Foss Japan exhibited FT3 at the Dairy Science Symposium 2023! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Dairy Science Symposium 2023 Program Theme: Rethinking the Future Table and Dairy Products - Farm to Table - ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: September 1, 2023 (Friday) 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Location: Corasse Fukushima, Multipurpose Hall

Foss Japan exhibited at the "Research, Development, and Analysis Industry Exhibition 2023" held on July 19-20! ■ Dates: July 19 (Wednesday) - 20 (Thursday), 2023 ■ Exhibited Equipment: NIRS DS3/F, Kjeltec9 Analyzer Thank you to everyone who visited our booth. If you would like to receive materials on the equipment of interest (application notes, implementation results, case studies, etc.), please feel free to contact us. Contact: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

We are pleased to announce that Foss Japan Co., Ltd. has organized a presentation to assist everyone in improving their operations by introducing the new features of our new product, Kjeltec 9. ■ Date: August 18 (Friday) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM ■ Venue: Foss Japan Co., Ltd. Demo Room 11th Floor, Aomi Frontier Building, 2-4-24 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo ■ Content: - Market trends - Introduction of the new product - Kjeltec 9 - Features of hardware and software - Connectivity (such as FossAssure) - Blue flow (for performance improvement and internal quality management using NIR) - How to grow your business with NIR *If you would like to request catalogs or materials, please feel free to contact us.

We at Foss Japan Co., Ltd. have organized a remote presentation of our products to assist you in your sales activities. In the production of various alcoholic beverages such as wine, sake, and whiskey, there are laws and regulations that differ from those applicable to general food products and soft drinks. In this seminar, we will introduce the characteristics of the alcoholic beverage industry, the surrounding environment, the required analyses, and how to utilize data, showcasing the settings where our equipment is being used. Content: <About the Alcoholic Beverage Industry and the Utilization of Analytical Instruments> If you were unable to attend the seminar or are interested in receiving the seminar video or materials from the day, please feel free to contact us. 【Contact】03-5962-4811 / info@foss.co.jp ＼We have started Instagram／ https://www.instagram.com/fossjapan_wine/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

In this webinar, we introduced Foss's inline analysis solutions, which have been built on years of achievements and experience, along with case studies and applications that can be utilized across various industries. Thank you to the more than 200 participants who joined us. We will continue to regularly share the latest trends and valuable information, aiming to provide solutions that better meet our customers' needs than ever before. ■ Content - Trends in inline analysis across various industries - Introduction of cutting-edge inline analysis solutions in dairy factories - Inline MeatMaster2 for meat processing – Background of domestic users in Japan and its usefulness - Inline analysis of feed ingredients – Selection of measurement specifications based on shape - Optimal for moisture control! The potential of transmission-reflection type inline analysis devices tailored to the shape of grain raw materials and grain products For those who could not attend the seminar or are interested, please feel free to contact us if you would like the seminar video or materials from the day. 【Contact】03-5962-4811 / info@foss.co.jp

This time, Foss Japan has prepared an opportunity for everyone to see Foss analysis equipment at five locations nationwide (Sendai, Tokyo, Nagoya, Kobe, and Fukuoka). In addition to the time for everyone to view the actual equipment, we also held a seminar on food nutrient component analysis. This time, it was very meaningful for us at Foss to have the opportunity to speak directly with everyone, as we were able to hear about each company's initiatives and challenges. We hope to continue providing useful information and proposals for everyone in the future. ■ Venues: Sendai, Tokyo, Nagoya, Kobe, Fukuoka ■ Seminar Content: - Solvent extraction and fiber extraction - Protein analysis - Near-infrared (NIR) analysis

At FOSS Japan, we have planned a webinar to introduce the Kjeltec 9, the successor to the Kjeltec 8000 series, which was recently released, and to showcase the equipment. The Kjeldahl method is certified as a standard method in Japan for the analysis of protein and nitrogen content in agricultural products, general foods, pharmaceuticals, soil, fertilizers, and water quality. While manual analysis using laboratory instruments continues, there has been an increasing trend towards the use of automatic distillation and titration devices to enhance speed and minimize contact with hazardous reagents. The Kjeltec 9 was released last year as the successor to the Kjeltec 8000 series. In addition to the safety features carried over from the 8000 series, various improvements have been made to provide a more user-friendly interface for our customers. If you would like to receive presentation materials or videos, please contact FOSS Japan.

We have held a remote presentation of our products at Foss Japan Co., Ltd. to assist everyone in their sales activities. In addition to the features of Foss products, we also introduced comparisons with other companies, implementation results, and the latest information. This foundational content has been well received as training for new employees! ■ Solvent extraction and fiber extraction: Soxhlet/fiber analysis equipment ■ Protein analysis: Kjeldahl/combustion method equipment ■ Nutritional component simultaneous analysis: Near-infrared analysis equipment If you would like videos or seminar materials, please contact Foss Japan. Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

This time, Foss Japan exhibited "Food Scan 2" at the booth of Fukushima Galley Co., Ltd. during the Supermarket Trade Show 2023 held from February 15 to 17. Thank you to many customers for stopping by and showing interest! Please feel free to contact us for inquiries about demos♪ ---------------------------- What is Food Scan 2? ---------------------------- It is a state-of-the-art near-infrared analysis device specifically designed for measuring various types of meat and meat products, equipped with dedicated calibration for nutritional labeling items, capable of measuring in just 15 seconds. Additionally, it includes calibration curves for various types of side dishes, frozen foods, and bento boxes. It achieves high-precision and high-speed measurements using transmission-type near-infrared analysis.

This time, Foss Japan exhibited the "Food Scan 2" at the booth of Fukushima Galilei Co., Ltd. during FOOMA JAPAN 2023 held from June 6 to 9. Thank you to many customers for stopping by and showing interest! Please feel free to contact us for any inquiries regarding demonstrations♪ ---------------------------- What is Food Scan 2? ---------------------------- It is a state-of-the-art near-infrared analysis device specifically designed for measuring various types of meat and meat products, equipped with dedicated calibration for nutritional component display items, capable of measuring in just 15 seconds. It also includes calibration lines compatible with various types of side dishes, frozen foods, and bento boxes. It achieves high-precision and high-speed measurements using transmission-type near-infrared analysis.

We held a webinar to provide the latest information on milk component measurement trends using the Milkoscan FT3, inline aseptic sampling of raw milk, and overseas testing for antibiotic residues in milk, specifically for customers in the dairy farming and dairy industry. ■Content: 'Latest Applications of Milkoscan FT3' by FOSS Japan 'Screening Tests for Residual Antibiotics Overseas' by Charm Sciences 'Aseptic Sampling Systems - Solutions for the Future' by QualiTru Thank you very much for your participation!!! If you would like seminar materials or videos, please contact your sales representative or FOSS Japan. > Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

We held a seminar to introduce the FoodScan 2, one of FOSS's nutritional analysis devices, featuring live demonstrations that covered specific applications, simple measurement techniques, and actual sample measurements. Since April 2022, it has become mandatory to display nutritional information on the packaging of processed foods and additives for consumers. While it is allowed to display calculated values (estimated values) based on the mixing ratios of raw materials and reference nutritional tables, recalculating based on slightly varying formulations during the product development stage is very labor-intensive and burdensome for workers. Recent technological innovations in near-infrared (NIR) analysis have addressed these issues, providing a measurement device that allows anyone to quickly measure the quantities of each component. Thank you very much for your participation! If you would like the seminar materials, please contact FOSS Japan. >> Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

We are pleased to announce that Foss Japan has organized a webinar to introduce the semi-automatic filtration system "Fibertec 1023" for measuring dietary fiber, which complies with official methods such as the Prosky method. The webinar will also cover the mechanisms and precautions for quantitative analysis using similar devices. Dietary fiber analysis often gives the impression of being "complex and time-consuming," but by utilizing the Fibertec system, which simplifies and speeds up the filtration process, we can enable more efficient analysis operations. This webinar is aimed at a wide range of customers, including those who are already using the Fibertec series and those facing challenges in dietary fiber analysis. Thank you very much for your participation!! If you would like the seminar materials, please contact Foss Japan. >> Phone: 03-5962-4811 Email: info@foss.co.jp

We have prepared an opportunity for everyone to view our analytical instruments in Kamisu City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and Tokai City, Aichi Prefecture. This time, we will exhibit the instruments at the venue, allowing you to see them in person while conducting sample measurements. Additionally, we will hold a basic lecture including the principles of NIR analysis once in the morning and once in the afternoon, as well as a presentation of about 30 minutes based on case studies of inline instruments. ■ Overview of the Open House Kamisu Venue: April 19 (Wednesday) Tokai Venue: April 27 (Thursday) Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ■ Exhibited Instruments: - Profos 2 - NIR DS3 - InfraTech NOVA - Soxhlet 8000

We recently held a webinar at Foss Japan to introduce the latest model of the Soxhlet extraction device, Soxtec, which has quickly realized the automation of the Soxhlet method worldwide, as well as to discuss important points regarding lipid quantification using similar devices. Thank you to everyone who participated! [Content] Introduction of the solvent extraction device ST8000 and important points for lipid quantification. If you would like the materials from the day or wish to see a demonstration, please feel free to contact us.

We held the third wine seminar this time. In November of last year, FOSS launched the new FTIR wine analysis device, OenoFoss2, which is the fourth model from the company. This compact and easy-to-use device enables rapid analysis and can be utilized for a wide range of component measurements, from grape growth conditions to aged wines, and its adoption is already progressing in various countries. We introduced the features and measurement items of OenoFoss2 while operating the actual device, and this year, as a new initiative, we set aside time to introduce daily maintenance for our long-time users of WineScanSO2 and OenoFoss. Thank you for your participation! If you would like the materials from the day or a demonstration, please feel free to contact us.

This time, FOSS Japan Co., Ltd. held an online study session for our distributors to assist in their sales activities. ■ Session 1: "Measurement of Dietary Fiber and Lipids in Food" ■ Session 2: "Kjeldahl Method and Dumas Method for Official Method Analysis" ■ Session 3: "Case Studies and Future Possibilities of NIR Devices" Thank you very much to all the distributors who participated. FOSS Japan will continue to hold seminars regularly in the future. Additionally, we also accept requests for individual study sessions. We can accommodate changes in organization timing, as well as responses tailored to specific industries and themes, so please feel free to contact us if you have any requests.

At FOS Japan, as a director of the Rapid Research Association, I contribute to the improvement and development of hygiene management techniques using rapid testing methods in Japan's food sanitation management. We will hold the 47th lecture titled "The Contemporary Significance of Rapid Testing" on February 15 (Wednesday) at the Tsukishima Social Education Center in Tokyo. We sincerely look forward to your participation. ■ Date and Time: February 15, 2023 (Wednesday) Doors open at 12:00 PM, Starts at 1:00 PM ■ Venue: Tsukishima Social Education Center (4-1-1 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0052, Tsukishima Community Center) ■ Capacity: 100 people in the venue / 100 people viewing via web (Zoom) ■ Registration: https://onl.bz/xyRMA6K *For detailed programs and registration methods, please download the PDF.

This seminar has been structured to focus on the "Basic Principles of NIR," which is a topic that many have expressed interest in over the years. Additionally, we hope to provide insights into the possibilities of food analysis using near-infrared devices by introducing the solutions we can offer at Foss. In the demonstration, we shared a video analyzing processed products available in the market. We hope that by confirming the actual measurement time and accuracy, you can consider this as one of the improvement proposals for conventional analysis operations. If you would like the materials from the day or have any requests regarding the demonstration, please feel free to contact us. ---------------- 03-5962-4811 info@foss.co.jp ----------------

In this webinar, we introduced and demonstrated the latest milk component measurement device, Milkoscan FT3, as well as the bacterial count and somatic cell count measurement device, BacSomatic. This is the second installment of the webinar series that was held in February and received positive feedback. Since its release in 2020, the Milkoscan FT3 has achieved sales of 500 units within a year due to its advanced features. Additionally, the BacSomatic is rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method for raw milk testing in production sites and for incoming raw milk inspections at dairy factories. We feel that there is growing anticipation for both devices as next-generation solutions to address challenges faced by dairy factories, such as improving inspection efficiency, reducing labor, lowering costs associated with testing, and advancing towards smart factories. We are pleased to reintroduce the content that was well-received at last year's Milkoscan FT3 seminar, and this time we have planned a program that includes the BacSomatic as well. We hope to be of assistance as a solution that looks ahead to improvements in raw milk testing, manufacturing management, and quality inspection. Customers who wish to see actual demonstrations or have any inquiries are welcome to contact us freely.

Recently, Foss Japan held an exhibition of analytical instruments and a basic NIR course in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. This time, we prepared an opportunity to display the instruments at the venue and conduct demonstration measurements while attendees could actually see the devices. ■ Displayed Instruments: NIRS DS3 (DS2500): Near-infrared component measurement device for powders and semi-solids ProFoss 2: Inline near-infrared component measurement device for grains, feed, and dairy products NIRS DA1650: Near-infrared component measurement device for grains and feed InfraTech NOVA: Near-infrared component measurement device for grain kernels Soxtec 8000: Rapid Soxhlet extraction measurement device Kjeltec 9 Analyzer: Automatic distillation titration device for Kjeldahl (NEW!!)

We have held a remote product presentation (second edition) at Foss Japan Co., Ltd. to assist your sales activities. ■ Session 1: "Kjeldahl Method and Dumas Method for Official Method Analysis" ■ Session 2: "Case Studies and Future Potential of NIR Devices" ■ Session 3: "Measurement of Dietary Fiber and Lipids in Food" We sincerely thank many of our distributors for participating. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

FOSS Japan recently held a web seminar on the solvent extraction device "Soxtec," which corresponds to the lipid and solvent extraction - weight method. Regarding the lipid content in food labeling standards notified on March 30, 2022, some amendments have been made to the analytical methods. As a result, a provision has been added allowing the use of automated analytical devices, enabling extraction that previously took a long time to be completed in about one hour (depending on conditions). Since FOSS Japan has been selling the automated solvent extraction device Soxtec 8000, which automates the solvent extraction process, we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce the potential of FOSS's solvent extraction devices, and thus we conducted this seminar. Thank you for your participation. During the seminar, we received many questions, and we felt the strong interest from everyone. In the future, FOSS Japan will continue to provide technical information and industry-related topics that will be useful to customers requiring analysis of food and feed. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us regarding the seminar materials or the devices.

We held a webinar for meat and seafood-related companies on April 26th. "We discussed how to differentiate between official methods and near-infrared analysis methods." "I have been using near-infrared analysis equipment for a while, but how should I manage the devices?" We provided explanations of the basic knowledge of nutritional component analysis. Customers who wish for actual demonstrations or explanations are welcome to contact us. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

We held the second Feed Webinar 2022 on April 21st. 《Overview》 ■ Principles and Applications of NIR Basics and Near-Infrared Analysis Equipment ■ Benefits of Automation and Introduction of Equipment for Crude Fat and Crude Fiber Extraction Regarding the basics of NIR, we explained the principles as clearly as possible along with its benefits. We provided fundamental information aimed at those considering the introduction of NIR, as well as new employees and those newly assigned to the quality control department due to the current circumstances. If you would like a demonstration or explanation from our staff, please feel free to contact us. Thank you very much to all the customers who participated. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

We held the Feed Webinar 2022 on February 15th. 《Overview》 ■Utilization and Review of Color Modules using NIR and Latest Information ■Introduction of the Transmission-type Near Infrared Analyzer, Infratec The color modules were introduced in last October's feed webinar, which received a lot of feedback, and this is a continuation of that session. Infratec is a transmission-type near infrared analyzer effective for rapid and multi-parameter measurement of whole grains and brown rice. Customers who wish for actual demonstrations or explanations are welcome to contact us. Thank you very much for the participation of many customers. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

In this webinar, we introduced and demonstrated the latest milk component measurement device, Milkoscan FT3, as well as the bacterial count and somatic cell count measurement device, BacSomatic. Released in 2020, the Milkoscan FT3 has achieved sales of 500 units within a year due to its advanced features. The BacSomatic is also rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method for raw milk testing in production sites and for raw milk acceptance tests in dairy factories. We feel that expectations for both devices are rising as next-generation solutions to address challenges faced by dairy factories, such as improving inspection efficiency, reducing labor, lowering costs associated with testing, and moving towards smart factories. We have reintroduced the content that was well-received at last year's Milkoscan FT3 seminar, and this time we have planned a program that includes the BacSomatic. We hope to be of assistance as a solution that looks ahead to improvements in raw milk testing, manufacturing management, and quality inspection. Customers who wish to see actual demonstrations or have inquiries are welcome to contact us. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.

In this web seminar, we introduced Foss's inline analysis solutions, which have been developed through years of proven results and experience, along with case studies and applications that can be utilized across various industries. **Overview** "Trends in Inline Analysis" "Utilization of Inline Analysis Solutions in Dairy Products" "Practical Implementation and Benefits of Inline Analysis in Feed Manufacturing" "Optimal and Efficient Inline Analysis Based on the Shape of Grains and Grain Raw Material Products, as well as Manufacturing Line Types" – from granular, powder, to semi-solid products – "Meat Raw Materials - Cost Benefits through 100% Inspection" Customers who wish to see actual demonstrations or have inquiries are welcome to contact us. We will continue to hold such seminars regularly, so please look forward to the next one.