igus metal-detectable polymers
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdDesigned for safe and residue-free food manufacture, igus polymers are lubricant-free, chemical resistant and antimicrobial. The detectable polymers can be picked up by metal detectors.
Centec Rhotec in-line density monitor
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: B-R Controls Pty LtdThe Rhotec in-line density monitor continuously measures the density of liquids. Centec, a German-based company, designed the Rhotec for maximum sensitivity and high accuracy.
Europe looks at meat transportation, storage and the cold chain
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: European Food Safety Authority
A variety of carcass chilling regimes, combining maximum surface temperature and maximum transportation times can achieve bacterial growth results equivalent to or lower than the current requirements.
Breconcherry Tornado high-flow jetting tank washer
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaAvailable from Tecpro Australia, the Breconcherry Tornado is a high-flow jetting tank washer designed to provide high-impact jets for difficult-to-clean products such as yeast, glue and resin.
Sick DeltaPac MultiTask photoelectric sensor
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdFor higher efficiency and quality in the packaging industry, the DeltaPac MultiTask photoelectric sensor utilises Delta-S-Technology, which combines four PinPoint emitters and two receivers with SIRIC and distance measurement technology.
Aplex APC-3593P projected capacitive touch stainless steel panel PC
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Interworld Electronics and Computer IndustriesInterworld Electronics has released the APC-3593P projected capacitive touch stainless steel panel PC from Aplex. The APC-3593P is housed in a fanless fully sealed stainless steel IP65 and IP69K certified enclosure with waterproof I/O connectors.
pitt&sherry to design $10m Strahan Aquaculture Hub
28 March, 2014pitt&sherry has been chosen to work on the $10 million Strahan Aquaculture Hub development on Tasmania's west coast. The engineering consultancy has secured key planning approvals and will undertake detailed design for the TSGA development.
Kaeser Compressors ASK series rotary screw compressors
26 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Kaeser Compressors AustraliaKaeser Compressors has launched the next generation of its ASK series rotary screw compressors. The compressors reportedly deliver more compressed air than their predecessors, while offering a user- and service-friendly design.
Work begins on Fonterra's Indonesian blending and packing plant
26 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Fonterra Co-operative Group LtdFonterra has begun construction on a new blending and packing plant in Indonesia. The plant is the company's first manufacturing facility in the country and its largest investment in a new manufacturing facility in the Asia-Pacific region in the last 10 years.
Kaeser Compressors Kryosec refrigeration dryers
25 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Kaeser Compressors AustraliaKryosec refrigeration dryers from Kaeser Compressors deliver dependable drying performance in ambient temperatures of up to 50°C. The compact dryers use minimal pressure differential even under tough operating conditions.
Universal Robots UR5 and UR10 robotic arms
24 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Sensorplex Pty LtdUniversal Robots has launched its simple-to-program robots in Australia and New Zealand. The robots are suitable for small and medium-sized businesses in the manufacturing, packaging and process industries.
Thermal imaging cameras in the food industry
24 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Teledyne FLIRRepeated warnings about illnesses due to tainted and improperly cooked foods highlight the need for tighter process control. Food processors need tools that automate crucial operations in a way that minimises human error but keeps costs down. Thermal imaging cameras are such a tool.
China-New Zealand Dairy Exchange Centre launched
20 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Fonterra Co-operative Group LtdA joint initiative of Fonterra and China's National Dairy Industry and Technology System, the China-New Zealand Dairy Exchange Centre aims to support the sustainable development of the dairy industry in both countries.
Using steam to reduce costs in pet food production
20 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Burkert Fluid Control Systems
As with human food, pet food manufacturers are required to ensure that production processes are carefully controlled. A large part of achieving this is dependent on the cooking process, which involves the controlled use of steam.
Multiparameter, real-time, inline monitoring - revolutionising QA/QC in the beverage and food industries
13 March, 2014Near infrared technology can be used for the real-time measurement of dissolved CO2, sugars/Brix, alcohol/ethanol and organic acids in the beer, soft drink, spirits, pharmaceutical and food industries. They can also be used to monitor CIP cycles.
