Automated pack grouping system
01 April, 2009 | JL Lennard Pty Ltd
For fast, reliable grouping of integral returnable packs, the Robobox pack grouping system provides a compactly dimensioned, flexible functional unit for pack distribution and turning, offering maximised scope for any variant of pack grouping. Since the grouping system has been designed to feature series-connected modules for three different output gradations, the concept can be optimally customised for any desired line speed, thus ensuring a high degree of flexibility in conjunction with the downstream, palletising system.
Quality assurance software
01 April, 2009 | Sartorius Stedim Australia Pty Ltd
The Sartorius ProControl@Informer software module has been released for the Sartorius ProControl for Windows (SPCfWin), a QA system that can collect process data on a wide variety of quality attributes in samples with individual values, as well as in condensed form from dynamic checkweighers.
Real-time hygiene testing
01 April, 2009 | Key Diagnostics Pty Ltd
The SystemSure Plus rapid hygiene system is a cleaning validation tool that provides an answer in seconds. It is a palm-sized system that is easy to use, with applications in large and small food processors, hospitals, restaurants, supermarkets and other industries where rapid detection of contamination is critical. It allows companies to determine the cleaning efficiency and hygienic status of surfaces and water, ensuring product quality.
Jet cleaning head
01 April, 2009 | Matrix Process Solutions Pty Ltd
The Toftejorg TZ-82 Rotary Jet Cleaning Head provides a tank cleaning diameter of up to 60 m.
Sealing compound
01 April, 2009 | Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions’ Turcon MF6 compound has been listed by NSF International as conforming to the requirements of NSF/ANSI Standard 51 — Food Equipment Materials.
Carton closer
01 April, 2009 | Nupac Industries Pty Ltd
The Doboy TSC-090-tri-seal carton closer seals and closes top-loaded tri-seal paperboard cartons and is suitable for applications in the food, bakery, pharmaceutical and frozen item markets.
PET blowing compressors
01 April, 2009 | Atlas Copco Compressors Australia
Atlas Copco’s ZD high-pressure compressors have been certified oil-free air with a Class 0 certification.
Check-metering kit
01 April, 2009 | Siemens Ltd
The Sitrans FUP1010 check-metering kit is a portable clamp-on unit, designed for the water and wastewater industry to measure the performance of existing flowmeters with accuracy, performance, versatility and compatibility.
Nitrogen/protein determination in meat derivatives
01 April, 2009 | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific has released an application note that outlines capabilities for determining the protein composition in meat derivative products. The note, titled ‘Nitrogen/protein determination in meat derivative products using the Thermo Scientific Flash 4000’, details the analytical conditions and methodology necessary to achieve reliable protein content determination.
Sunflower lecithin
01 April, 2009 | Cargill Australia
Cargill is introducing Topcithin SF, a clean label, non-GM, sunflower lecithin that does not require labelling as an allergen. Topcithin SF is commercialised in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia–Pacific, with distribution in the Americas following soon.
Wire mesh cable trays
01 April, 2009 | Legrand Australia P/L
Wire mesh cable trays are easy and quick to install.
Melamine detection
01 April, 2009 | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched a program focused on assisting government and commercial food testing laboratories in the development and implementation of methods for the analysis of melamine in food products. This program comes in response to the recent alert issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Ultrasonic sealing for food and confectionary
01 April, 2009 | Nupac Industries Pty Ltd
Bosch Packaging Technology has introduced ultrasonic sealing technology for vertical form, fill and seal machinery for use in food and confectionery packaging applications. Ultrasonic sealing is a method for joining thermoplastic materials together by emitting acoustic vibrations, creating a tight, strong seam for closures in doy-style stand-up pouches, gusseted and pillowbag packaging formats.
Dust-minimising connector
01 April, 2009 | GEA Nu-Con Australia Pty Ltd
The BFM fitting is a clampless and snap-in connector that can be used for the transfer of mainly powder-type products from one item of plant to another.
Metal detectors
01 April, 2009 | Dynamic Inspection Ltd
Dynamic Inspection has introduced a high-sensitivity metal detector for non-conductive products that is able to detect down to 1.5 mm ferrous and 2.0 mm stainless in a 350 mm high aperture. The system is suitable for dry applications such as powders, rice grains, etc. Smaller apertures detect smaller contaminants.
