Confectionery moulds
20 December, 2004 | SPX Flow IncA mould service package - from new design to refurbishment - has been developed by APV Baker to support its 400 depositing plants at work throughout the world.
Screwcap closures for wine
20 December, 2004 | Amcor GlobalAmcor is installing new equipment at its closures plant to produce metal screwcap closures for wine bottles. Production of screwcaps will commence in mid 2005.
Detectable gloves
20 December, 2004 | Dynamic Inspection LtdThe ECC Detectamet glove is a quality vinyl glove that combines detectability with safe food handling. Even quite small torn sections of the gloves will be detected by conventional production line metal detection systems, thus combating the possibility of product contamination.
High-speed cheese cutter
20 December, 2004 | Ryan ManufacturingThe latest product from RML is its 3350 cheese cutter. The design uses ultrasonics to assist the blade to cut with speed and accuracy.
Sheep scissors
20 December, 2004 | Argus Realcold LimitedArgus Realcold's range of sheep scissors is used in the primary meat processing industry with a variety of models, making them suitable for applications requiring speed, reliability and ease of handling.
Stainless tanks for wineries and breweries
20 December, 2004Corry Stainless Fabrications provides stainless steel solutions for boutique, medium-size and large wineries and breweries. The company works alongside engineers and project managers, brewers and wine makers manufacturing storage tanks from 500 L and upwards. Corry Stainless has a variety of tank options, from standard size tanks to custom made.
Natural shades of red
20 December, 2004 | CHR Hansen Pty LtdChr Hansen has launched the ColorFruit range of natural reds which show an improvement in stability to light and heat.
Strip cutting and dicing
19 December, 2004 | Continental Butchery SupplyThe dicing and strip cutting machine Twister 120 can reach an hourly capacity of up to 2200 kg (for 34 mm cubes) - even when operating continuously. The spacious 550 x 120 x 120 mm cutting chamber can accommodate high-volume products, eliminating the task of cutting to size.
Adhesive melter
29 October, 2004 | Nordson Australia Pty LtdDuraBlue 50 adhesive melters claim to deliver simplicity, reliability, durability and performance to product assembly, packaging and paperboard converting operations.
Hygienic pressure measurement
29 October, 2004 | WIKA AustraliaAimed at the brewing, pharmaceutical, and food and drinks manufacturing markets, Wika has developed a diaphragm seal system with a process connection specially designed for pressure measurement in sterile processes.
pH kit for wine
29 October, 2004 | Hanna Instruments Pty LtdThe HI222 professional pH kit for winemaking is a meter dedicated to wine measurement. The bench meter allows a two point calibration using buffers 7 and 3. Since wine analysis usually occurs in the range 2.5 to 3.6 pH, errors due to calibration are greatly minimised. Calibration Check features on the HI222 prompt the user to clean the electrode if required and can warn if the buffer has been contaminated. The electrode condition and response time are displayed and monitored on the meter's LCD. The user can program a calibration reminder using the Calibration Alarm Time Out. The HI222 also features Log-On-Demand.
Freezer traffic doors
29 October, 2004 | Envico Doors LtdEnvico Doors has launched the high-speed Igloo Freezer Twin Skinned Door. Its design ensures no ice build-up on the non-freezer side of the thermally insulated curtain or any friction or wear points on the curtain or door blade. Also, while running at speeds of 1.2 m/s and in temperatures of less than -180°C its UHMWPE external tracks allow a positive seal while a series of internal urethane blocks stack up on activation of the door removing any friction on the curtain. These benefits help to maintain efficient and hassle-free operation.
Detecting by x-ray
29 October, 2004 | Accuweigh Pty LtdCintex Sentry XR uses the latest x-ray technology to detect product defects.
Dough moulder
29 October, 2004 | SPX Flow IncThe APV Baker Multitex-4 moulder, featuring a sheeting roll configuration, provides plant bakers with several distinct benefits in bread quality, and contributes to a longer shelf life.
Enzyme doubles the shelf life of cakes
29 October, 2004 | Danisco Australia Pty LtdThe first product of Danisco's cooperation with Genencor is an enzyme called Grindamyl PowerSoft which has been developed for cake production. The enzyme is claimed to double the shelf life of cakes, meaning that the cakes keep their soft mouthfeel without becoming dry or sticky.
