Ideal Moisture Content

Having the correct moisture levels in sausage and deli meat casings is essential for proper freshness and the longest possible shelf life. To achieve a top-quality meat product, you need sensitive moisture measurement instruments during sausage processing. Meat casing moisture monitoring is an essential step in production to create a quality end product.

Moisture in casings should be monitored continuously for taste, shelf life, texture, and color. Ideally, an online moisture sensor can monitor the moisture content of the casings throughout the process. An excess of moisture in the casing will make the sausage appear dark and the texture will become chewy. Too little moisture will create a sausage that is too light and the texture too soft.