Collection: CracklessEgg FAQ

Setting up your CracklessEgg is very simple.  Just download the CracklessEgg mobile app from either the Apple App Store or Google Play, create an account and then pair your CracklessEgg sensor with your mobile device. You may wish to charge your sensor first.

To charge your sensor, open it by unscrewing the 2 halves of the eggshell then, using the supplied micro-USB charging cable, connect the sensor to a USB charger or a USB port on your computer.  It may take several hours to initially charge the sensor. 

You should charge your sensor after each use so that it’s ready to go the next time you need it.

To turn the sensor on, open it by unscrewing the 2 halves of the eggshell then, using the supplied magnetic key, hold the key close to the USB connector on the sensor board for 5 seconds.  The sensor lights will turn on. 

To turn the sensor off, repeat the same process as turning it on.  When the sensor turns off, the light will go off.  Note, if you don’t use the sensor for an extended period it will automatically power down to conserve battery power.

The sensor battery will provide up to 6 hours of continuous use on a full charge.

Yes.  The CracklessEgg sensor is fully waterproof.  It can safely pass through all washing equipment in your line.

The CracklessEgg sensor contains numerous devices that measure impact forces from multiple directions, speed, and directions of travel. This data is collected at up to 100,000 times per second, processed and sent to the mobile app.  When measurements in the data exceed threshold values that you set, the CracklessEgg mobile app will alert you and save that event for future review.

While the CracklessEgg system comes with pre-set damage thresholds that are suitable in most cases, you may want to adjust them to consider other factors such as health/age of the flock producing the eggs, type/age of equipment in your line, etc. 

You can set 2 thresholds, one for the force at which damage to eggs may occur (the “Warning” zone) and one for the force at which damage is likely to occur (the “Danger” zone).

To use CracklessEgg to prevent damage, start by establishing a baseline of how your processing line is performing today by running the CracklessEgg sensor down your line several times. You can then review this data to determine areas in your processing line that are approaching or exceeding the set thresholds. After identifying problem areas, you can make adjustments to your equipment to achieve a smoother flow.  Lastly, you rerun the CracklessEgg sensor to verify the improvement.

Overtime equipment ages and may become rougher, resulting in higher impact forces on your eggs. The nutrition profile and age of the flock are also variables that effect egg shell damage. Another common issue is that parts may become loose and extend into the egg path resulting in damage.  By using the CracklessEgg system on a regular basis you can keep track of how your processing line in performing compared to your desired baseline, allowing you to take proactive steps to prevent damage and loss before it occurs.