Dionex Application Note 266: Determination of Sialic Acids
07 January, 2011 | Dionex Pty Ltd
Dionex has released a method for simple determination of sialic acids that are present in infant formula in the pmol range. Application Note 266: Determination of Sialic Acids Using UHPLC with Fluorescence Detection demonstrates that N-acetylated sialic acids can be determined and O-acetylated sialic acids can be identified in infant formula samples using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with fluorescence detection following acid hydrolysis and 1,2-diamino-4,5-methylenedioxybenzene dihydrochloride (DMB) derivatisation. By using a water:acetonitrile gradient, high resolution of the sialic acids can be obtained in a 20 min analysis time, compared to the common 40 min isocratic method. The described assay uses a short-format Acclaim RSLC 120 C18 column that allows fast run times. The lower flow rate and shorter run time requires less acetonitrile than other published methods. The sensitivity of the Dionex FLD-3400RS fluorescence detector easily allows determination of sialic acids in the infant formula that are present in the pmol range. The sensitivity provides for simple determination of Neu5Ac, Neu5Gc, and O-acetylated sialic acids in the derivatised samples.
JVL stainless steel MAC 141integrated servomotor
07 January, 2011 | Motion Technologies Pty Ltd
The JVL integrated servomotor MAC 141 is now available in a totally stainless steel version especially for the food and medical industries.
Highland precision portable balances
07 January, 2011 | Adam Equipment (SE ASIA) Pty Ltd
The Highland balance is a fully featured balance with a rechargeable battery, removable draft shield and stainless steel pan. Additionally, external calibration is easily done with the built-in HandiCal feature while overload protection is provided internally.
Noshok 800 Series platinum resistance temperature transmitter
07 January, 2011 | AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The Noshok 800 Series platinum resistance temperature transmitter is suitable for immediate, accurate temperature measurement in applications including water systems, storage tanks, industrial machinery and machine tools, HVAC systems and refrigeration systems.
Intermec SR61THP high-performance scanner
07 January, 2011 | Intermec Technologies Aust Pty Ltd
Intermec has expanded its SR61T industrial scanning portfolio to include the SR61THP high-performance scanner, the SR61TXR extra range scanner and the SR61T2D industrial range imager. The solutions are designed for users in warehouse and manufacturing operations needing improved operator productivity and overall scanner reliability.
Idrotech high-pressure dust suppression nozzles
07 January, 2011 | Tecpro Australia
The Idrotech range of high-pressure dust suppression nozzles can be used to suppress dust, control odours, humidify and provide evaporative cooling.
Pepperl+Fuchs high-temperature sensor cordsets and cables
07 January, 2011 | Automated Control Pty Ltd
Pepperl+Fuchs has released a range of cables and cordsets for high-temperature environments. With improved resistance to weld slag, the cables can handle temperature ranges of -40 up to +150°C for extended time periods of up to 3000 h.
Vibrating conveyors from Vibration Systems & Solutions
07 January, 2011 | Vibration Systems & Solutions (Australia) Pty Ltd
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.
Grindsted Xanthan transparent gum range
06 January, 2011 | Danisco Australia Pty Ltd
The Grindsted Xanthan gum range is now available in transparent versions which are optimised for specific food applications where clarity is required.
Quikstix beverage delivery device
06 January, 2011 | Quikstix Australia Pty Ltd
Quikstix is a beverage delivery device which contains separate ingredients to make a quality, convenient plunger-style coffee or tea in any location. It is also suitable for any hot or cold beverage including chocolate, cordial, herbal infusions, isotonic drinks and soup.
Sunny Queen snap-frozen egg
06 January, 2011 | Sunny Queen Meal Solutions
Sunny Queen Farms has launched a new product - a fresh egg that is snap frozen, pasteurised, and HACCP and Halal approved.
Improve potato strip quality and yield
06 January, 2011 | Key Technology Australia Pty Ltd
Turkish processor Konya Seker decided to try something different on its potato strip production line. Unlike other potato processors that use optical sorters to remove defects on their primary lines, Konya Seker relies on an ADR5 automatic defect removal system from Key Technology. This application, called the ADRFirst solution, maximises product quality and increases yields at Konya Seker.
Peristaltic pump tackles troublesome pH levels at food manufacturer
06 January, 2011 | Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore Group has achieved significant savings in downtime and repair costs on the water treatment plant, thanks to the installation of a Bredel SPX50 high-pressure peristaltic hose pump from Watson-Marlow Pumps Group.
Replacing gear pumps at chocolate factory
06 January, 2011 | Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
Watson-Marlow Masosine MR and SPS series positive displacement pumps have been installed at Kinnerton, the chocolate and confectionery specialist. The first Masosine pump was introduced to replace a gear pump that was damaging product on an Easter egg production line, with a second model acquired recently to support a newly installed caramel production line. The company has now decided to standardise on Masosine pumps.
Krones ProShape oval plastic containers
05 January, 2011 | Krones (Thailand) Co Ltd
The ProShape process is an optimised production process for oval or asymmetrical plastic containers. It functions by using the heat-up and stretch blow-moulding technology of the current Contiform series, and combining it with a new module for orientation and selective temperature control of the preforms concerned.
