The TU-12 Tenderometer is a portable and economic alternative for determining the maturity of fresh peas in the field. The system comes with a calibrated Test cell and Force Transducer to read out directly in Tenderometer Units and operates from a 12-volt DC power source, such as an automotive battery. The tripod legs fully collapse for ease of transportation and are adjustable for operation on the back of a truck or free standing on the ground. A hard mount kit is also available to secure it directly to a harvester.

Durable, rugged and reliable, the TU-12 is designed to withstand harsh use with a minimum of maintenance. With micro processor control, the systems are easy to operate and almost no training is needed. Simply load the sample and press the "RUN" button. The system automatically clears the last reading, completes a test cycle and displays the new test results in industry standard Tenderometer Units.

For 40 years, processors worldwide have relied on FTC Tenderometers to determine harvest dates, buy on grade, and position harvesters for the most effective crop yield. With profits at stake a point or two off the standard can be very costly. FTC systems have proven to be the most dependable accurate, and trouble-free ever created for grading pea quality. Accurate readings can save thousands of dollars a day for a medium to large operation, and quickly pay back the initial investment.