Crop Seed Company Uses Grain Sieves to Test Seed Quality

Overview

A seed company that produces and sells seeds for various crops uses a set of grain sieves to test the quality of its seeds. The company collects seed samples and uses grain sieves to determine the particle size distribution of the samples.

Challenge

Even within the same batch, particles can vary widely in size and shape, improperly ground or blended grains, and the presence of impurities or foreign matter can all affect the accuracy of results.

Solution

The grain sieves they used were made of stainless steel and had a standardized set of sieve opening sizes that allowed them to accurately measure the size of the seeds. The sieves are operated by hand and the company follows strict procedures to ensure consistent results. By using grain sieves, the company is able to accurately assess the quality of the seed, including seed size and uniformity. This information is critical to ensuring that the seed meets desired growth and yield specifications and meets customer requirements.

Result

Grain sieves can also help companies identify any potential problems with their seeds, such as irregularities in size or shape, enabling them to take corrective action before the seeds are sold to farmers.

Overall, grain sieves have proven to be an important tool in the quality control process for companies, helping them ensure that the seeds produced and sold meet the highest standards of quality and consistency.