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  • Conveying upgrades for peanut processor
    Peanut processor Nutco is Canada’s biggest supplier of organic peanut butter to the US and also supplies peanut butter in bulk to confectioners and bakers. The company specialises in packaging most of its production for sale under private labels.
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  • Flexicon bulk bag to silo discharging system
    A Flexicon bulk bag discharging system with integral pneumatic conveying system transfers material from bulk bags to silos and other storage vessels. Unlike most discharging systems that move material from bulk bags to smaller storage vessels and process equipment, this positive pressure pneumatic system is designed to fill bulk storage facilities on islands or other locations unable to receive large volumes of bulk material by rail or bulk truck.
  • Key Technology Iso-Glide vibratory conveyor
    Key Technology’s Iso-Glide vibratory conveyor achieves a motion that resembles horizontal motion, which maximises sanitation while offering gentle handling and quiet operation.
  • Dotmar System Plast 2256 series belts
    The System Plast 2256 series belts with 1″ pitch is a series of versatile side flexing belts that can handle high loads and high speeds, combined with a small side flexing radius for optimum product handling. The belts are suited to conveying smaller packaged goods, such as cluster packs and plastic tubs to packaging machine in/out feeds.
  • SEW-Eurodrive X-Series and MC Compact Series gear units
    SEW-Eurodrive’s Australian-assembled X-Series gear units boast very fine torque graduation allowing users to closely match an X-Series gear unit to their application. This provides wide gear-unit choice and flexibility. The X-Series is suited to applications ranging from conveyor systems, to ball mills and agitators. The entire X-Series range is offered in a choice of 15 sizes with torque ratings ranging from 58 to 475 kNm.
  • Flexicon Single-Trip Bulk Bag Unloader
    Flexicon’s Single-Trip Bulk Bag Unloader allows rapid, low-cost discharging in low headroom areas and conveying of the material at any angle to downstream processing, storage or packaging equipment.
  • Enmin LD electromagnetic vibratory drives
    The latest generation of electromagnetic vibratory drives from Enmin are proving their flexibility in satisfying vibratory feeder requirements where long or very wide trays are a requirement.
  • Key Technology Horizon horizontal motion conveyor
    Horizon is a horizontal motion conveyor that features a maintenance-free mechanical drive.
  • Haydon Kerk spline rail actuator
    Haydon Kerk has created a spline rail actuator to provide a compact, programmable mechanical drive, with guidance on a single compact component.
  • Ashworth lotension and ExactaStack spiral belting
    Ashworth supplies either metal or plastic belts for both low-tension and self-stacking spirals. The comprehensive line includes lotension spiral belts and ExactaStack, a drop-in replacement belt for self-stacking spirals.
  • Vibrating conveyors from Vibration Systems & Solutions
    Vibrating conveyors from Vibration Systems & Solutions have no moving parts, other than the simple drive by pneumatic vibrator. This linear vibrator is the only moving part in the system and is designed with an air cushion at each end of the stroke, eliminating no metal-to-metal impact and with virtually no noise. This design overcomes the limitations of crank drive systems which have a sudden stop and start at each end of the stroke, causing stress on the mechanism and the bearings of the motor.
  • Intralox Activated Roller Belt technology
    Intralox claims its Activated Roller Belt (ARB) technology can assist users to optimise their conveyor layout and maximise plant productivity. The technology can reduce overall system costs, save floor space and reduce system controls and complexity.
  • Heat and Control Powder on Demand (POD) powder and granule transfer system
    Powder On Demand (POD) is a compact, efficient system that transfers powders and granules to seasoning applicators, mixers, storage bins and elevated equipment.
  • Lynchborough-GPM food equipment design and construction
    Lynchborough-GPM focuses on the design and construction of high-quality equipment and systems for the food industry. 
  • Gough Econ Elecon bucket conveyor and elevator system
    Gough Econ has released the mid-size Elecon bucket conveyor and elevator system which has a larger capacity bucket design for higher throughput and applications beyond typical dry bulk-material handling.
  • Flexicon Tip-Tite drum dump feeder
    The Tip-Tite drum dump feeder seals drums against a discharge cone, tips the drum and feeds bulk material into downstream equipment, dust free, at controlled rates.
  • Fresco basic design bulk bag fillers
    Fresco has extended its range of bulk bag fillers to include a low-cost basic design.
  • Enmin’s EVFLT electromagnetic vibratory feeder drives
    Enmin’s EVFLT electromagnetic vibratory feeder drives are fifth-generation units that offer the same degree of reliability as previous versions but with improved components. The overall dimensions and footprint remain the same, therefore the latest drives are interchangeable with the earlier models but offer better overall performance.
  • Converging Solutions Pack Integrator and Collator systems
    Inspections Systems has secured the distributorship for Converging Solutions in Australia and New Zealand. Based in the UK, Converging Solutions is a supplier of converging and pack handling equipment in the packaging industry.
  • tna roflo HM 3 transfer and distribution system
    The roflo HM 3 transfer and distribution system is an electromagnetically driven horizontal motion conveyor.
  • Dematic FlexSort linear sorter
    FlexSort is a high-rate linear sorter that is suitable for any user handling high volumes of packages, parcels or cartons in either cross docking, order picking or end-of-line palletising operations.
  • Ashworth Eye-Link belts
    Ashworth Eye-Link belts offer cleanliness, durability and utility. The belts are lightweight, positively driven, straight-running conveyor belts that feature an inherently strong design that naturally tracks straight. Eye-links make up the flat, even surface for smooth product conveyance, and the overall construction provides a rigid structure that resists side-to-side deflection while enabling the belt to handle thousands of pounds of tension.
  • Hi-Cline scalping machine
    The Hi-Cline machine is claimed to efficiently scalp product for lump removal at high capacities.
  • Vibration Systems & Solutions vibrating conveyors
    Other than the simple drive pneumatic vibrator, vibrating conveyors from Vibration Systems & Solutions have no moving parts. They use a stainless steel tray made from a single folded piece of steel which, depending on length, has no welds or joins to harbour pathogens. This also gives a simpler washdown with no corners or crevices to worry about, with the added advantage that excess water can be vibrated away down the tray.
  • Flexicon bulk conveyor with tilt-down portable base
    A bulk conveyor with tilt-down portable base that fits through tight spaces and provides easy access for removal of the flexible screw has been released.
  • TEA Transmission linear slide system
    TEA Transmission’s slide system is claimed to be suitable for temperatures up to 550°C. The system consists of a high-strength aluminium carriage body that retains high-performance sliding elements which move on flat, anodised aluminium rails (steel or stainless steel are optional choice of materials). The entire surface of the sliding element lies exactly on the rail - dirt or dust particles are removed continually by the ‘snow-plough’ effect.
  • Ashworth ExactaStack self-stacking belts
    Ashworth has ‘change out’ ExactaStack self-stacking belts that utilise the Rack & Roll crate system to quickly complete the installation.
  • FlexLink Systems X45 and X45e conveyor platforms
    The X45 and X45e conveyor platforms are suitable for small product production lines, are easy to integrate and offer simple control design.
  • Flexicon open chute box tipper
    An open chute box tipper from Flexicon offers a safe method of discharging bulk solid materials from boxes, totes and other containers when dust containment is not a requirement.
  • Enmin vibratory equipment
    Enmin has combined the knowledge of vibratory feeding, with weighing and counting systems. The result is reliable and flexible machines suited to smaller operations.
  • Intralox conveyor belt service upgrade
    Intralox has expanded its service levels globally and is now offering a lead time of seven working days for belts assembled from stock components; same day, next day, and three-day shipment services for belts assembled from stock components; and free belt guarantees for all expedited orders. and if Intralox does not ship an expedited belt order on time, then the belt and stock accessories are free of charge (up to USD 10,000) and the expediting fee is waived.
  • Flexicon hygienic bulk bag conditioner
    Flexicon has introduced a hygienic bulk bag conditioner for loosening of bulk solid material that has solidified during storage and shipment, allowing bulk bag unloaders to discharge it through bag spouts.
  • Ashworth Bros ExactaStack self-stacking spiral belt
    Ashworth Bros’ ExactaStack self-stacking spiral belt is an exact drop-in replacement for standard and wide belt stackers.
  • Chemlam PTFE-coated fabric laminates
    Chemlam PTFE-coated fabrics are high-performance laminates manufactured by Saint Gobain Performance Plastics.
  • Water-saving conveyor belt
    Habasit has released a conveyor belt to the Australian market that is claimed will allow food processors to substantially cut the water required for cleaning purposes.
  • Bulk bag weigh batch eductor system
    A bulk bag weigh batch eductor system, which loosens bulk solid material that has solidified during storage and shipment, discharges the material by weight and blends it into a liquid stream, has been released by Flexicon.
  • Vertical conveying solutions
    Apollo VTS (vertical transport systems) spiral conveyors, spiral curves, vertical accumulation buffers, bucket elevators, monorail systems and product twisters are now available in Australia and New Zealand through JMP Engineering.
  • Pans, trays and large products conveyor
    Ashworth Bros has released the Omni-Pro FlexLite conveyor belt that is a rugged, strong and lightweight belt for conveying pans, trays and large products. The belt is manufactured with the Omni-Pro link and utilises a very open 38 x 76 mm (fixed loop) flat wire overlay. The result is an efficient, lightweight belt with increased carrying capacity and a spiral/turn-curve tension rating of 180 kg for 100,000 cycles.
  • Conveyor belting
    Intralox has partnered with Mol Belting Systems to become the exclusive provider of ThermoDrive conveyor belting. ThermoDrive belting is a positive-drive, low-tension belting with a continuous, easy-to-clean surface.
  • Spiral conveyor belt
    Ashworth Bros has introduced a 1½″ pitch Omni-Pro link to extend the line of spiral/turn-curve conveyor belts. The Omni-Pro 150 retains the same design features that allow the belt to minimise cage bar wear, maintenance costs and downtime in demanding high-tension spiral applications.
  • Positive-drive belting
    The Mol Belting Systems ThermoDrive conveyor belting is a positive-drive, low-tension belting with a continuous, easy-to-clean surface. Like Intralox modular plastic belting, ThermoDrive belts are especially suited to hygienic applications in food processing. With a 100% closed surface, the homogenous, thermoplastic belts can improve food safety, quality assurance and operational efficiency.
  • Screw conveyor seals
    Meco has introduced the HB model range of high-performing, standard-sized seals for screw conveyors and similar equipment.
  • Spiral belt tension gauge
    Ashworth has created a solution to help processors pinpoint undetected high-tension problems in spirals to extend belt life and prevent unexpected breakdowns.
  • Side flexing belts
    System Plast offers a series of side flexing belts for conveying packed products.
  • Flat top chains and modular belts
    The System Plast New Generation or ‘NG’ chain is suitable for use in the beverage industry due to its lower wear rate, lower friction and lower noise levels. Extra performance, with the lowest coefficient of friction in the System Plast range, results in medium strength with optimum wear resistance, along with reduced plate wear and reduced pitch elongation.
  • Hygienic bag dump station
    A Hygienic Bag Dump Station for pneumatic conveying systems collects dust created during manual dumping of bulk materials from bags, boxes, drums and other containers, and allows rapid, tool-free washdown.
  • Plastic modular belt
    The Habasit HyClean is a plastic modular belt product family for applications in industry areas that require the most demanding conditions of hygiene and optimal cleanability.
  • Preventing spiral breakdowns
    Ashworth has created a solution for processors to easily pinpoint undetected high-tension problems to prevent spiral breakdowns.
  • Fresco Systems bulk ingredient batching system
    Fresco Systems has just completed a bulk ingredient batching system for a Sydney bakery. Consisting of five bulk bag unloaders, each feeding a mini weigh hopper via a flexible conveyor, the system needed to be accurate and clean to suit the clean room environment.
  • Decentralised control
    Industrial Conveying Australia has advanced its capability for turnkey solutions by adding decentralised control technology to its product line.
  • Solid/liquid delivery system
    Hapman has introduced SolidQuid, a solid/liquid delivery system that uses an existing liquid delivery equipment to convey precisely measured amounts of bulk powders from a FIBC bulk bag to a mixing tank.
  • Horizontal motion conveyor
    The Fastback 90E conveyor from Heat and Control combines a small and powerful drive unit with a wide variety of pan sizes to improve transfer and distribution for a diverse range of applications.
  • Improving conveyor belt hygiene
    Rydell Industrial (Belting) has introduced its ThermoDrive sprocket-driven hygienic conveyor belting.
  • Case handling solution
    Intralox has available activated roller belting that provides a smart, automated method for directing the movement of conveyed articles. With greater flexibility, reliability and safety, it brings the advantages of modular plastic belting and more to package and case handling applications such as merging, diverting, singulating, sorting and others.
  • Product feed elevator
    ADM Packaging’s MCV5 modular incline conveyor can carry raw products to a required height.
  • Sanitary pneumatic conveyor
    The Quadro VAC with computerised controls is a user-friendly, high-end sanitary pneumatic conveyor that is suitable for use in food plants. The simple ‘fill and dump conveyor with filter back-wash and pneumatic controls has an optional computerised user interface control.
  • Conveyor components
    Pobco Plastics, a manufacturer of plastic and wood conveyor components, has launched its brand in Australia following the appointment of Smith & Searls Pty Ltd to represent them in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Custom-engineered shaft seals for bulk processing equipment
    MECO offers custom shaft seals for slow-turning bulk process equipment. Because no standard seals will work properly in every application, MECO engineers specify the design and construction materials for each seal according to actual shaft diameter, speed, clearance, process chemistry, temperature, pressure variation, thermal shaft growth, etc.
  • Stainless steel spiral conveyor
    ICA has released a spiral conveyor system made from food grade stainless steel specifically for applications in the food and beverage industries.
  • Feeder
    The latest feeder from Vibration Systems & Solutions claims to give the best possible accuracy when filling small containers.
  • Vacuum conveyors
    Vacuum technology company Piab has been developing USDA vacuum conveyors, and claims the PIAB C33 is the first vacuum conveyor to satisfy the requirements of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
  • Smooth move
    While the more common drive for vibratory conveyors is by electric vibrating motors, their physical characteristics make them inherently unsuitable for very large strokes and long conveyor lengths, since they need to drive through the centre of gravity of the tray. To obtain a true linear action two motors are needed with consequent increase in weight and complexity.
  • Hygienic inclined flight
    Intralox has released its Series 850 100 mm Streamline flight module, designed for use with the Series 850 SeamFree Minimum Hinge flat top belt.
  • Stainless steel adjustable incline conveyors
    ADM Packaging Technology has released a modular incline conveyor. It is engineered for maximum quality and versatility using the Intralox grade of belts.
  • Blue fabric conveyor belts
    HP Blue polyurethane conveyor belts meet the stringent requirements for food safety and hygiene required by equipment manufacturers and end users within the food manufacturing industry.
  • Table talk
    Using two electric vibrating motors has long been the usual method of getting a true vertical action in a vibrating table. This is a good system when the application doesn't change, but often the table may be used for many purposes. This then means that either a compromise is needed between the various applications or a variable speed motor is required.
  • Hygienic conveying
    Intralox's Clean Team claims to deliver conveyor sanitation technology that reduces cleaning time and water usage compared to manual cleaning. The Intralox SeamFree family of belts, which includes the Series 800, Series 850 and the Series 1650 SeamFree Minimum Hinge Flat Top belt, effectively channels water and debris away from the hinges and to the edge of the belt. The EZ clean in llace system with Angled EZ Clean Sprockets provides maximum cleaning efficiency in the belt underside, sprockets and shafts.
  • Spiral conveyor retrofits
    Industrial Conveying has instigated a retrofit option to save on the expense of replacing an entire steel belt spiral conveyor system. This will suit many industries including food processing, assembly, manufacturing, automotive manufacture and general engineering.
  • Vacuum holds vibrator in place
    Emptying hoppers can be a chore when the product doesn't want to come out. The usual method is hammering, or better, use a vibrator, properly sized and with the correct action.
  • Sanitary accumulator
    Garvey's Infinity Series accumulators provide high-speed, low backpressure accumulation for production lines, which was previously difficult, due to product instability and/or susceptibility to damage.
  • Belt for meat microwave applications
    Intralox has released the Series 800 Raised Rib belt, which has been developed specifically to better meet the conveyance needs of meat processors in tough microwave applications. The belt features a 5 cm pitch, which contributes to added beam stiffness, belt strength and a longer service life. The Series 800 Raised Rib is suitable for bacon strip lines.
  • Continuous bucket conveyors
    Wiese continuous bucket conveyors are designed to gently convey powders and bulk materials in minimal space horizontally and vertically, especially in the confectionery and food industry.
  • Tight transfer belt
    Intralox LLC has released its new Series 1000 flat top belt, developed to meet needs of the beverage and packaging industry applications that require very tight transfers and high belt strength.
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  • 13-year-old vibration feeder from VSS still operating
    A pneumatic feeder built by Vibration Systems & Solutions (VSS) in July 1999 is about to celebrate its 13th birthday. Luckily, VSS isn’t at all superstitious - and with good reason. The feeder continues to give great performance delivering fruit and nuts to a multi-head packing machine, just as it has done since it was installed in 1999.
  • Conveyors boost beef productivity
    Established beef export company EC Throsby (ECT) has increased its productivity with a new conveyor system manufactured and installed by Sydney-based Adept Conveyor Technologies.
  • Tesco picks a winner with Dematic Multishuttle
    British retail giant Tesco has selected a Dematic Multishuttle automated materials handling system for its latest ‘dotcom store’. Going live in January, the system is set to double Tesco’s pick rates for grocery home delivery.
  • Vibratory equipment adds the finishing touch
    Enhancing the presentation of your product can be achieved with attractive packaging but the old adage that the proof is in the eating is increasingly being explored by food processors and their marketing teams. With today’s media a substantial emphasis is given to taste and the appearance of food. By the addition of some special ingredients, not only the taste but the appeal of the product can be shaped.
  • Energy-efficient pallet conveyors to keep production flowing at CCA
    Energy-efficient conveyors requiring less than half the drives of conventional pallet conveyor systems will transport and accumulate bins used in production at Coca-Cola Amatil’s new preform and closure manufacturing facility at Eastern Creek in Sydney.
  • Crumb handling system
    When a food manufacturing firm in Sydney had a requirement to feed bulk crumbs mixed with oils out of pallecons and into a process line, they knew they had a challenge on their hands. The product compacts under its own weight causing it to bridge and rat hole, making it hard to deliver into conveyors.
  • Dispensing bulk soya beans, rice and oats
    Recently, a large cereal manufacturer approached Fresco Systems Australasia seeking a solution to a problem of dispensing 1000 kg bulk bags of soya beans, rice and oats on a continuous basis into their process. The specification had a number of critical requirements including a system accuracy of <2%, variable discharge rate, 10,000 gauze magnet, discharge height of 1600 mm and a storage capacity of 1500 L.
  • Weighing snakes
    The problem presented to Enmin was how to meter confectionery snakes at an accurate rate into the weigh head of the multi-head weighing machine.
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