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Voice-operated picking system delivers results
Schweppes Australia changed its paper-based picking system over to a voice-operated system in its Archerfield distribution centre. The new system has improved efficiency, accuracy and worker safety.
[ + ]Eating organic food significantly lowers pesticide exposure: study
Eating an organic diet for a week can cause pesticide levels to drop by almost 90% in adults, research from RMIT University has found. [ + ]
Increasing the reliability, service life and power savings of geared motors in the meat industry
Major New Zealand meat processor the Alliance Group upgraded its carton conveyors at its Dannevirke processing plant with units selected for their suitability and ultimate reliability for the washdown environment inside the boning room.
[ + ]Enmin shakes things up for meat processor
A large meat processor approached Enmin Vibratory Equipment's engineers to develop a system that would weigh the frozen meat pieces individually before they were transferred to the packaging process.
[ + ]CHEP has innovation all wrapped up
Cerebos recently embarked on a full-scale upgrade to its Sydney factory, which was built in 1971. The company challenged CHEP to come up with an innovative solution to its existing stretch wrapper.
[ + ]Cardioprotective effects of oily fish found to be unsubstantiated
Back in the 1970s, Bang and Dyerberg connected the low incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) among the Eskimos of Greenland to their diet, which was rich in whale and seal blubber. This landmark study started the ball rolling that has resulted in oily fish currently being recommended as part of a healthy heart diet. However, new research is discovering that the Eskimos actually suffered from CAD at the same rate as their Caucasian counterparts, meaning the claimed cardioprotective effects of their diet are unsubstantiated. [ + ]
Food - the final frontier: 47th Annual AIFST National Convention
The annual AIFST National Convention is the premier food technology conference in Australia for industry, research and government organisations, locally and overseas. This year the 47th Annual Convention will be co-located with foodpro 2014.
[ + ]ACCC signals strategic change in battle with supermarkets
The corporate regulator's ongoing battle with the major supermarket chains took an interesting twist on Monday when it alleged that Coles had engaged in unconscionable conduct against various small suppliers. [ + ]
A quality Finnish with Matcon design
As demand increased, Finnish food ingredients supplier Maustepalvelu needed to reduce its inventory and maintain lead times. Using Matcon's design, the company upgraded its facilities to enable the enclosed and safe handling of all varieties of recipes.
[ + ]Chinese dairy triples production with Tetra Pak filling machine
Tetra Pak has successfully deployed its A3/Speed filling machine for Tetra Prisma Aseptic portion packs for its first customer - Mengniu, a leading Chinese dairy. [ + ]
Powdered alcohol, seriously? A health risk we don't need
Opening a bottle and pouring liquid into a glass isn’t exactly an arduous task but a US company hopes to release a powdered variety to make consuming alcohol that little bit easier - and more portable. [ + ]
The cutting edge of food innovation
The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) is expecting more than 600 attendees for this year’s convention, which is being co-located with foodpro 2014 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. [ + ]
Ensuring olive oil is unadulterated
Invisible silica-coated DNA 'tags' can be used to authenticate olive oil. [ + ]
Tabletop filling machine boosts bespoke medicine production
A Flexicon PF6 tabletop filling machine has enabled a bespoke medical company to reduce its lead times for large batches from one day to 60 minutes while still ensuring quality.
[ + ]Six mistakes local food manufacturers make
Kez's Kitchen Managing Director Michael Carp says food brands need to understand their customers, know the value of branding, be innovative in their product development and deliver on promises more than ever to remain competitive. [ + ]