Hanna Instruments HI 93501NS IP67-rated digital thermometer
21 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Hanna Instruments Pty LtdThe Hanna Instruments HI 93501NS is a water-resistant (IP67) thermometer designed for daily use in food applications such as industrial kitchens and catering. With a measurement range of -50 to +150°C, the meter has an accuracy of ±0.4°C. This meter also features a stability indicator bar graph and ‘hold’ button to freeze readings on the LCD.
Posital Optocode Profinet I/O encoders
20 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Plant Control & AutomationPosital has introduced improved Profinet I/O encoders which, according to the V4 profile, support IRT, RT and NRT data transfer (isochronous real time/real time/non-real time). The revised encoders feature an Ertec200-based platform and reach cycle times as low as 1 ms (IRT) and 10 ms (RT).
Rockmelons kill 30 in the US
19 December, 2011 by Janette WoodhouseWith a final death toll of 30 people, including one miscarriage, the US’s most deadly outbreak ever of food poisoning has been declared over. In total, 146 people across 28 states became ill after eating Listeria monocytogenes contaminated whole rockmelon. While the number of deaths was not the largest ever recorded for a food poisoning outbreak, the greater than one in five death rate makes the outbreak of listeriosis the deadliest food poisoning incident in the US. The outbreak was also the first caused by whole, unprocessed produce.
From yoghurt concept to running a fully operational plant in just eight months
16 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricYoghurt manufacturer five:am had eight months to set up its manufacturing plant, commence production and get product on the supermarket shelves. Its success was dependent on the specialist vendors it partnered with to make this happen - Process Partners and Schneider Electric. Schneider Electric provided a full suite of sophisticated automation and control technology so the product could be manufactured as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Schunk LMG-44 and LMG-64 stainless steel grippers
09 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Romheld Automation Pty LtdThe Schunk LMG-44 and LMG-64 stainless steel grippers can be used in applications where fresh food products are to be handled automatically, such as in processing and packing lines.
APC Technology FT IP66-rated computers
09 December, 2011 | Supplied by: APC TechnologyDesigned and manufactured to protection standard IP66, APC Technology’s FT units are fully sealed, rated to 60°C and are available with sealed connectors to eliminate all gaps and surface collection points. This prevents the build-up of debris and waste, making the rugged computers a solution for hot wash applications and processing environments where dust and liquids are present.
Arrow Scientific Aerobic Procedure for Lactic Acid Bacteria
06 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Arrow Scientific
Developed in collaboration with 3M and Kraft Foods, Arrow Scientific has available the Aerobic Procedure for Lactic Acid Bacteria test.
ifm efector full-metal inductive sensors
06 December, 2011 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd
ifm efector’s full-metal inductive sensors are suitable for use in the harsh environment of the food and beverage industry.
The EFSA investigates the modernisation of meat inspection in Europe
01 December, 2011
The European Food Safety Authority has commenced assessing the strengths and weaknesses of the EU's current meat inspection methodology so it can provide a scientific basis for the modernisation of meat inspection across the European Union. It has released its first reports covering the inspection of swine.
Modern sensors provide precise insights into production
25 November, 2011 by For more information visit www.anugafoodtec.com.
Wireless technologies, ethernet and asset management systems - in recent years, a number of new technologies have entered the food production industry and substantially changed the world of process automation. Despite all that, one thing has remained the same: the central importance of sensors.
Continuous, rather than batch, heating of liquids and semisolids
25 November, 2011
Microwave volumetric heating could deliver cost benefits, slash energy consumption and increase efficiency in the food processing industry.
Functional Technologies commences food trials with acrylamide-preventing yeasts
21 November, 2011
Functional Technologies has commenced food trials with acrylamide-preventing yeasts in non-bread, starch-based foods for a leading European producer. The collaboration illustrates the willingness of global food producers to seek and adopt innovative acrylamide-mitigating strategies and solutions in their processing practices.
ifm efector TP transmitter module
16 November, 2011 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd
The ifm efector TP transmitter module with plug-and-play M12 connectors can be used to help overcome common installation and environmental problems associated with conventional terminal chamber head transmitters - error sources for screw terminals, wiring mistakes and fluid ingress are eliminated. An integrated LED gives local indication that the transmitter is powered and transmitting.
PA Italia M28E high-pressure wine barrel cleaner
08 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaThe PA Italia M28E high-pressure cleaner offers effective cleaning of wine barrels with the added benefit of automatic siphoning and a specially designed holder to secure the unit in place.
Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 6 range of human-machine interfaces
03 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaThe Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 6 range of human-machine interfaces (HMIs) is designed for applications that require monitoring, controlling and displaying information in dynamic ways, where operators must quickly understand machine status in order to make better decisions.
