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Vacuum dryer sealing

01 April, 2009 | EagleBurgmann Australia Pty Ltd

Two challenges encountered by processors who have to dry abrasive slurries are contamination of product by packing flecks and the loss of vacuum leading to longer and longer drying cycles. For most, the greater the vacuum, the shorter the batch time and the more profitable the process.

TMS-Pro System texture analysis

01 April, 2009 | SI Instruments

Texture analysis using the Food Technology Corp TMS-Pro System makes possible precise, objective and repeatable measurements of the texture of food products.

Operator interfaces

01 April, 2009 | Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP

Building on the success of the previous touch screen PMI ranges, the fourth-generation Pilz operator interface and diagnostic display units offer improved performance.

Sleeve labeller

01 April, 2009 | JL Lennard Pty Ltd

The Sleevematic M sleeve labeller is the versatile solution from Krones AG for a wide range of dress variants, such as full-length sleeves, part-sleeves or tamper-evident sealing.

Thermal transfer/direct label printer

01 April, 2009 | Visy Technology Systems

The Mach4 Label Printer utilises direct thermal printing and thermal transfer printing through the use of inked ribbons. Three basic models are available: Mach4-B with label tear-off plate, version P with additional label dispensing, and version C with tear-off plate and label cutter. Three print heads with resolutions of 203, 300 and 600 dpi are offered and these are interchangeable.

Microbial assay for wine spoilage

01 April, 2009 | Provisor

South Australian wine technical consultants Provisor and Advanced Analytical Australia have teamed up to deliver a DNA-based spoilage evaluation service to the wine industry in Australia and New Zealand.

NATA-accredited pyranometer calibration

01 April, 2009 | Ecotech Pty Ltd

Ecotech has extended its NATA-accredited services to include calibrations of pyranometers.

Tecnopack pick-and-place robot

01 April, 2009 | Perfect Packaging

The IRB 2400, an industrial robot from Tecnopack, is an anthropomorphic robot, with 6 axis. It is suitable for general product pick-and-place operations, especially when it is necessary to handle many components at the same time. It is available in three versions, with a managing capacity from 5 up to 16 kg.

Analog and digital temperature

01 April, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd

Banner Engineering has introduced a new way to collect analog, digital and temperature information in hazardous areas. The system is a combination of wireless communication, battery technology and intrinsically safe electronics.

Compressed air training courses

01 April, 2009 | Hitachi Global Air Power

Hands-on air compressor training courses, now offered by Sullair Australia, provide practical experience in compressor maintenance and operation. Based on the same in-depth technical training used to educate Sullair’s own engineers, the training courses are tailored to suit the requirements of individual workplaces. Each course includes a theory session followed by practical training using the client’s Sullair compressors.

High-pressure spray gun

01 April, 2009 | Spray Nozzle Engineering

The Lagafors Triggless II Spray Gun features an ergonomic design that reduces muscle stress on the user and allows for a range of different gripping methods. Its lightweight design also means that it can be used comfortably with one hand.

VFFS packaging system

01 April, 2009 | TNA Solutions Pty Ltd

The robag 3 ttx 320 vertical form fill and seal packaging system is a rotary double jaw (RDJ) that is claimed will double production rates.

Level detector and flow actuator

01 April, 2009 | SanTron (Aust) Pty Ltd

The Microprecision Electronics MP300 switch series feature an attached floater actuator for easy liquid detection in industrial refrigeration and other process control applications. By adding a floating polypropylene ball mounted on a stainless steel level actuator to a switch from the V3 size MP300 switch series, Microprecision has designed a simple solution that accurately determines when a specified liquid level is reached. Once the switch is activated, the MP300 switch series can trigger a signal as an input for a PLC or directly switch power of up to 6 A.