Industry News
17-year-old drum magnet a testament to quality
A MAGNATTACK Self-Cleaning Rotating Drum Magnet served one of its valued clients with effective foreign metal contamination control for over 17 years — without the need for major repairs! [ + ]
Women in Foodservice Charity Event returns
Fine Food Australia has announced the fifth Women in Foodservice Charity Event and the 2018 Women in Foodservice Awards will take place on 12 September in Melbourne. [ + ]
Coles cracks down on plastic packaging and waste
Coles has announced 10 commitments regarding food waste, packaging and recycling, including reducing plastic wrapping on fruit and vegetables. [ + ]
Online calculator reveals cost savings of egg replacers
As market volatility drives the demand for egg replacements, bakery companies can see the potential cost savings using a new online calculator by Arla Foods Ingredients. [ + ]
Why do the French eat the most chilled pizza in Europe?
Pizza is a quintessentially Italian staple but it is the French who consume the most chilled pizza in Europe, accounting for 36.5% of the market. [ + ]
Test to check health benefits of foods
A validated test to measure if a specialty food or supplement has health benefits in humans has been developed. [ + ]
Detect water vapour in packaging
A new standard is providing a way to test for water vapour transmission through flexible barrier materials using electrolytic detection sensors. [ + ]
Eating more seafood increases chances of pregnancy
Seafood should be the go-to food for couples looking to increase their libido and their chances of conception, according to new research. [ + ]
Sunny Queen appoints new development chef
Katrina Neill will help the company better understand the challenges faced by the hospitality sector and work closer with its customers. [ + ]
175 million tonnes of meat lost in Brazil's truck strike
The Brazilian meat industry was prevented from exporting 175 million metric tons of meat products after a truckers' strike began blocking highways around the country on 21 May. [ + ]
Benefits of Tear-Drop Probe Magnets
RE80 Tear-Drop Probe Magnets have increased separation efficiency and product-to-magnet contact. [ + ]
Music volume influences food choices
The volume of ambient music influences whether a consumer chooses healthy or unhealthy foods because it impacts heart rate and arousal. [ + ]
Simplot wins the 2018 Foodbank Award
Foodbank has praised Simplot for its contributions to tackling food insecurity in Australia, announcing the company as the winner of the 2018 Foodbank Award. [ + ]
Maximum solids removal with minimal cleaning
Production in the wine industry could be increased by more than 7% with the use of titanium filtration membranes. [ + ]
Eating one egg a day reduces stroke risk by 26%
How often do you eat eggs? New research suggests eating one every day could reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). [ + ]
