Dematic AGVs help drive Arnott's biscuits
11 May, 2020 | Supplied by: Dematic Pty LtdArnott's has increased its manufacturing productivity and reliability through the implementation of six Dematic AGVs at its Brisbane manufacturing plant.
2DBarcodes: the future of food safety for retail?
07 May, 2020 | Supplied by: GS1 AustraliaGS1 Australia has launched the 2DBarcode, an on-pack symbol that provides a range of data elements to facilitate food safety within the supply chain.
'Traffic light' system for grading avocados
07 May, 2020A laser and vibration technique that determines the perfect ripeness of avocados without damaging the fruit has been developed to help reduce waste in the supply chain.
Food-contact surface coating to help prevent contamination
05 May, 2020Researchers are developing a water-repellent coating that can be applied to food-contact surfaces such as conveyor belts to help prevent cross-contamination of produce.
Pallet racking solution protects against forklift impacts
01 May, 2020 | Supplied by: ACP Australian Custom Pipes Pty LtdThis pallet racking protection solution features a shock deflector that is made from a tough polymer designed to withstand significant impact from forklifts.
Solving supply chain disruptions for food exports
28 April, 2020DHL Global Forwarding Australia is helping to meet food retail demand for Australia's high-value perishables exports.
Enmin controller range for vibratory equipment
20 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Enmin Pty LtdEnmin's range of controllers is suitable for all types and brands of vibratory equipment.
Nestlé using blockchain to enhance coffee traceability
08 April, 2020Nestlé will expand the use of IBM Food Trust blockchain technology, to enable consumers to trace the origins of the beans in its Zoégas coffee brand.
Sidel converts packaging facility to produce sanitiser bottles
08 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty LtdPackaging manufacturer Sidel has converted its packaging production centre in Normandy into a production centre for hydro-alcoholic gel bottles, to combat COVID-19.
Lactalis automates the handling of its milk pallets
06 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Dematic Pty LtdLactalis Australia has boosted productivity using automated guided vehicles for its milk pallets at its Lidcombe site.
Smart tech helping manufacturers safeguard supply chains
02 April, 2020 by Danielle Dadello, Country Manager AU at Unleashed Software | Supplied by: Unleashed SoftwareIt's time for an upheaval in the way food manufacturers use technology and supply chain processes, in order to keep food on the shelves and remain resilient.
Esko Australia NERAK vertical conveyors and lifts range
01 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Esko Australia Pty LtdFeaturing a heavy-duty rubber block chain, the NERAK vertical conveyors from Esko Australia provide space-saving solutions for vertical transport requirements.
Qld closes border but bananas allowed through
27 March, 2020Freight trucks are exempt from the latest border control measures introduced by the Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.
Cobots improve productivity on packaging line
26 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Universal RobotsGlobal healthcare company Sanofi has installed seven UR10 collaborative robots at its site in France, to meet new productivity requirements.
Mitsubishi EDR Pantograph Reach Truck
24 March, 2020 | Supplied by: MLA Holdings Pty LtdThe Mitsubishi double-deep reach truck is designed to allow operators to perform tasks efficiently in double-deep applications.
