SMC to launch Open IIoT Demo Unit at APPEX 2024
06 March, 2024 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New ZealandSMC Corporation Australia New Zealand (ANZ) will be exhibiting a custom-built demo unit on Open IIoT’s stand at APPEX 2024 to showcase the company's latest in Industry 4.0 'smarts'.
Nut food maker uses self-cleaning filter for cooking oil recovery process
06 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Russell Finex LimitedMilhans Foods adopted high-temperature self-cleaning filters for its cooking oil recovery process, achieving ROI in eight months.
Could refrigeration of lettuce reduce E. coli contamination risk?
05 March, 2024A leafy green safety study examines factors that affect E. coli contamination on five different leafy greens — romaine lettuce, green-leaf lettuce, spinach, kale and collards.
Paddock-to-plate traceability protocol being developed from trials
04 March, 2024The Australian Agricultural Traceability Protocol is being developed to improve the accuracy, verifiability and confidence in ESG reporting and accreditation.
W10 photoelectric proximity sensor
04 March, 2024 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdThe SICK W10 photoelectric proximity sensor is a laser triangulation sensor designed to solve a range of detection tasks in automation technology.
Novel technology to reduce pathogens in intact eggs
01 March, 2024USDA scientists have developed a thermal technology that could help egg processors ensure food-safe eggs while minimising salmonella.
Avocado supplier trials a natural cleaning mist in ripening room
01 March, 2024Westfalia Fruit has trialled a natural probiotic mist technology that is designed to improve food safety and also reduce waste within the supply chain.
Nestlé to cut steam consumption by 75% at its infant formula plant
28 February, 2024 | Supplied by: GEA GroupAt Nestlé's plant in the Netherlands, GEA will equip a milk powder line for hypoallergenic infant formula with its latest process and heat pump technology.
Cargill and ENOUGH expand alt-protein partnership
27 February, 2024Cargill and fermented protein maker ENOUGH are expanding their current partnership to help further innovation of alternative meat and dairy solutions.
Creating future foods using precision fermentation at Mackay pilot plant
27 February, 2024A $3.9m upgrade of the QUT Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant into a food-grade compliant facility will enable the industry to fast-track novel food ingredient development at scale.
Meat biosensor to determine freshness
27 February, 2024A portable biosensor for testing the freshness of meat has been tested on pork tenderloins.
Tasti's recipe for healthy growth with smart manufacturing solution
26 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaPlex, by Rockwell Automation, has been selected by snack food manufacturer Tasti New Zealand to provide it with an end-to-end digital transformation and real-time shopfloor insights.
TOMRA LUCAi technology for the InVision2 grading platform
22 February, 2024 | Supplied by: TOMRA Sorting Solutions Pty LtdThe LUCAi platform for InVision2 uses TOMRA's technology to add value to cherry packing and introduces a new user-friendly interface to simplify operation.
Enhancing fresh produce safety with edible wax technology
22 February, 2024An edible wax coating technology with added benefits has been developed to boost safety of fresh produce, providing protection against bacteria and fungi.
New food hub for alternative protein development in the US
20 February, 2024 | Supplied by: GEA GroupGEA is investing EUR18 million in a technology centre for alternative proteins to meat, dairy, seafood and egg in the US.
