Key Technology’s wet spinach sorting system
04 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Key Technology Australia Pty LtdKey Technology has introduced its wet spinach sorting system for frozen and canned spinach processing lines. The system includes an Iso-Flo dewatering shaker, Flo-Belt and Manta sorter with laser technology and top and bottom cameras to inspect wet spinach after washing.
Key Technology Auto Dryer for fresh-cut produce
20 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Key Technology Australia Pty LtdKey Technology has redesigned its Auto Dryer, adjusting the controls, motor and structure. Like the original dryer, it removes surface water from fresh-cut produce and vegetables, but it also enables continuous line flow.
Marukome One Shot miso dispenser
20 January, 2012Marukome has launched its miso soup server, the One Shot.
Banner Engineering EZ-light TL50 beacon tower light
12 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdMicromax Sensors and Automation has available an addition to Banner Engineering’s line of lighting and indicators, the EZ-Light TL50 beacon tower light - a hybrid of the company’s TL50 tower and K50 beacon lights.
Aussie Scud high-pressure water blaster
22 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Australian Pump Industries Pty LtdAussie Pumps has released an addition to its Scud range. The stainless steel Aussie Scud high-pressure water blaster has been designed specifically for cleaning in corrosive environments. The latest version has pressures up to 4000 psi and flows up to 21 L/min.
VWR spectrophotometers
21 December, 2011 | Supplied by: Bio-Strategy - Part of DKSH GroupVWR spectrophotometers are reliable, robust and easy-to-use instruments with a range of accessories for tailoring different laboratories’ needs. They are suitable for advanced measurements and quality control.
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.
