Q-Interline

What Q-Interline does

Q-Interline A/S, founded in 1996 in Roskilde, Denmark and headquartered in Tølløse, is a publicly listed (Nasdaq First North Denmark: QINTER) specialist in FT-NIR (Fourier Transform Near-Infrared) analytical instrumentation for product quality control and production process optimization. The company's product portfolio is anchored by three hardware platforms: the Quant base analyser (at-line laboratory analysis with interchangeable sampling accessories), the DairyQuant GO (a patented at-line liquid dairy analyser using disposable Pivettes that eliminate carry-over between samples), and InSight Pro (a real-time in-line process analyser with up to two measuring points via fibre optics, CIP/SIP compliant). Supporting the hardware are patented sampling accessories (Spiral Sampler, Cup, Bottle, Petri, Vial, Bag), a suite of in-line probes/cells (Transmission, Spoon, Reflectance, Backscatter), and ABB-acquired analysers (MB3600, MB3000, TALYS, FTPA2000-260PH) targeting the pharma and chemical verticals.

The software layer comprises InfraQuant (multilingual wizard-driven instrument UI with LIMS XML export), InSightView (real-time process monitoring console), and AnalyticTrust (cloud-based 24/7 surveillance platform hosted on Microsoft Azure). AnalyticTrust was acquired in-house in January 2020 and underpins a SaaS-based Proficiency Test product that supports ISO 17025 compliance. Three-tiered Support Agreements (Basic/Plus/Premium) wrap the instruments with calibration management and outsourced surveillance.

Q-Interline operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct enterprise field sales through five wholly-owned subsidiaries (Denmark HQ + Copenhagen, Germany/Karlsruhe for DACH, France/Bruz, USA/Milwaukee, UK) with an 18-distributor channel covering 40+ countries. Revenue is generated across five streams: hardware sales of FT-NIR analysers and consumables, recurring software subscriptions (AnalyticTrust, Proficiency Test), support and maintenance contracts, training services, and proprietary sampling accessories. The customer base is concentrated in primary verticals of dairy producers, feed manufacturers, and food/ingredient companies, with secondary exposure to agricultural businesses and Nordic-restricted pharma/chemical clients. Named customers include Deltagen UK, Eurofins, NDHIA, and Quality Certification Services Inc.

Name

Q-Interline

Legal name

Q-Interline A/S

Website

https://q-interline.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Q-Interline A/S is a Danish-listed (Nasdaq First North: QINTER) manufacturer of FT-NIR analytical instruments and supporting cloud-based surveillance software, serving dairy producers, feed manufacturers, food/ingredient companies, and Nordic pharma/chemical firms across 40+ countries via direct subsidiaries and a distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tølløse

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - FT-NIR Analysers: Sale of Fourier Transform Near-Infrared analysers as capital equipment. One-time revenue per unit with potential for repeat purchases.
2. Software Subscriptions - AnalyticTrust: Cloud-based surveillance and monitoring software subscription. Recurring revenue model with annual or multi-year billing.
3. Support and Maintenance Contracts: Ongoing support services including calibration, maintenance, and technical assistance for FT-NIR systems.
4. Training Services: Customer training programs for operating FT-NIR systems and software platforms.
5. Sampling Accessories and Consumables: Proprietary sampling cups, cuvettes, and consumables for FT-NIR analysis procedures.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Q-Interline develops, manufactures, and markets Fourier Transform Near-Infrared (FT-NIR) analytical solutions for rapid, non-destructive product quality control and production process optimization. Its portfolio includes at-line laboratory analysers (Quant, DairyQuant GO), in-line process analysers (InSight Pro), interchangeable sampling accessories, and supporting cloud-based software (InfraQuant, InSightView, AnalyticTrust) for customers in dairy, feed, food/ingredient, agriculture, and pharmaceutical industries.

Product overview

Q-Interline offers a unified portfolio of FT-NIR (Fourier Transform Near-Infrared) analytical solutions for product quality control and production optimization. The core product line includes the Quant base analyser (for at-line laboratory analysis), DairyQuant GO (patented liquid analyser using Pivette system), and InSight Pro (in-line process analyser). These share the same FT-NIR technology and allow calibration transfer between at-line and in-line solutions. Supporting products include AnalyticTrust (cloud-based surveillance software), InfraQuant and InSightView (user interface software), Support Agreement (service tiers), and Proficiency Test (inter-lab comparison SaaS). Sampling is enabled through interchangeable accessories (Cup, Bottle, Petri, Spiral, Vial, Pivette, and Bag Samplers). In-line measurement is supported by five probe/cell configurations (Transmission Cell, Transmission Probe, Spoon Probe, Reflectance Probe, Backscatter Probe). For pharma and chemical industries, Q-Interline also offers acquired ABB-analyser products (MB3600, MB3000, TALYS, FTPA2000-260PH).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Quant: FT-NIR base analyser with interchangeable sampling accessories for at-line laboratory product analysis across dairy, agriculture, food, and feed industries.
• DairyQuant GO
• InSight Pro
• AnalyticTrust
• InfraQuant
• InSightView

Products and services

• Quant FT-NIR laboratory base analyser for at-line quality control with interchangeable sampling accessories enabling analysis of solids, powders, pastes, and liquids with no cleaning between samples. Features 3-year hardware warranty and 10-year light source lifetime.
• DairyQuant GO Patented at-line milk and liquid analyser using Pivette system. No carry-over, no flushing, no cleaning or chemicals needed between samples. Complies with ISO/IDF21543 standard for milk analysis of fat, protein, lactose, and total solids.
• InSight Pro In-line FT-NIR process analyser providing real-time production optimization with one or two measuring points via flexible optical fibres up to 30 metres. CIP/SIP compliant, operates 5-90°C and up to 10 bar pressure. Transfers calibrations from at-line Quant solutions.
• AnalyticTrust Cloud-based surveillance platform for 24/7 monitoring of analyser performance and calibration data across production sites. Validates and qualifies test results, provides alerts for deviations, stores calibration data backup. Runs on Microsoft Azure.
• Support Agreement Three-tiered support service (Basic, Plus, Premium) offering surveillance, troubleshooting, software updates, and application maintenance. Premium tier includes outsourced surveillance and calibration management.
• Proficiency Test
• InfraQuant Multilingual wizard-driven user interface software for Quant and DairyQuant GO analysers. Supports 18 languages, offers LIMS connectivity via XML export, runs on Windows 10.
• InSightView
• MB3600
• MB3000
• TALYS
• MB3600PH
• MB3000PH
• FTPA2000-260PH

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced laboratory analysis time from hours to minutes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Noack & Co GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor for Austria covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Palex MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Spain covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Anaspec Solutions BVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Benelux region covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack Bulgaria FoodminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Bulgaria covering food segment
• Noack d.o.o.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Croatia covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack CRminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Czech Republic covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Elymus UABminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Estonia covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack Magyarország Kft.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Hungary covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• SGR ScientificminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Ireland covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• AVBAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Israel covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Skala ASminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Norway covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack PolenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Poland covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• ERT LDAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Portugal covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack Romania SRLminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Romania covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack & Co SoutheastminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Serbia covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Noack SlovakiaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Slovakia covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• Pro-Tek AnalitikminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Turkey covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• MQore Technical TradingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for UAE covering dairy, feed, food, and agricultural segments
• ABB BomemcoreTechnology or IntegrationFormalized partnership for analytical technology integration and development
• EurofinscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for automated analysis with robot integration for high-throughput testing capabilities
• NDHIAminorOthersProficiency test provider for dairy industry quality assurance, utilizing Q-Interline solutions for testing standardization
• Quality Certification Services Inc (QCS)minorOthersProficiency testing and certification services for food safety, utilizing Q-Interline technology for quality standards

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• FOSS: Danish-headquartered global leader in FT-NIR and other analytical solutions for dairy, food, and feed quality control. FOSS is Q-Interline's most direct competitor, serving overlapping customer segments with similar analyser-plus-software propositions and a comparable distribution footprint.
• BÜCHI Labortechnik: Swiss manufacturer of NIR and FT-NIR laboratory and at-line analysers for food, feed, and pharma. BÜCHI is a direct comparable in dairy and feed quality control with overlapping sampling accessory ecosystems and similar target customers.
• Unity Scientific: Specialist NIR analyser manufacturer for food, dairy, and agricultural applications. Unity Scientific competes head-to-head with Q-Interline's Quant platform in at-line quality control deployments.
• Perten Instruments (PerkinElmer): Specialist in NIR and process analytical instruments for grain, flour, food, and feed. Now part of PerkinElmer/Revvity, Perten is a close comparable in agricultural and feed analysis, often competing with Q-Interline's Quant and Spiral Sampler solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Bruker Corporation: US-listed scientific instrument major with a broad FT-NIR and FTIR portfolio serving food, feed, pharma, and chemical labs. Bruker competes with Q-Interline's MB-series and FTPA products and provides a comparable enterprise sales motion to large industrial customers.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Global life sciences and laboratory instruments leader. Its analytical instruments division sells FT-NIR, FTIR, and process spectroscopy solutions into food, pharma, and chemical customers, overlapping with Q-Interline's at-line and in-line portfolios.
• PerkinElmer / Revvity: Following Revvity's spin-out, the analytical instruments business covers FT-IR/NIR spectroscopy for food, pharma, and materials testing. Competes with Q-Interline in regulated laboratory QA/QC environments, including pharma (Birgit Vilstrup Olsen is currently Global Head of Product & Portfolio at Revvity).
• Agilent Technologies: Major analytical instrument manufacturer with spectroscopy and food testing solutions. Competes in the broader lab QA/QC and process analytical technology markets where Q-Interline sells its FT-NIR portfolio.
• Mettler-Toledo International: Global precision instruments supplier for food, pharma, and chemical QA/QC. Mettler-Toledo offers lab balances, NIR, and process analytical instruments that compete with Q-Interline at-line and in-line solutions in food and pharma production environments.
• Shimadzu Scientific Instruments: Japanese analytical and measuring instrument maker with FT-IR, UV-Vis, and spectroscopy products. Serves food, chemical, and pharma QA/QC labs that overlap with Q-Interline's target segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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