Highlights
Conducting technical and vocational seminars on cigarette smoke formation and the complexities of its chemical
analysis versus sensory evaluation
Establishing standard test conditions (Smoking Lab), test methods, test materials and test technique
Implementing a sensory testing program for panel selection, training
and calibration to establish sensory panels
on several levels: semi-trained, trained and highly trained or expert panel
Developing advanced sensory testing programs using one or more of the
major test methods, including
difference, analytical, ranking, rating (scalar) and flavor profile
Utilizing the smoking panel, especially the highly-trained or expert
panel, as a monitoring device in product
development parallel to the chemical laboratories
Target
An efficient Sensory Testing Program by standardizing test conditions (Smoking Laboratory), test materials, test methods, test procedures (Smoking Techniques), experimental design and statistical analysis
Duration
As required on a case-by-case basis
Means
A Smoking Lab, preferably part of the Product Development department, with needed
facilities, including preparation and storage area, partitioned smoking booths,
conference/discussion area and office. Blue Prints can be provided if
requested. |