Nestlé using blockchain to enhance coffee traceability
08 April, 2020Nestlé will expand the use of IBM Food Trust blockchain technology, to enable consumers to trace the origins of the beans in its Zoégas coffee brand.
Lactalis automates the handling of its milk pallets
06 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Dematic Pty LtdLactalis Australia has boosted productivity using automated guided vehicles for its milk pallets at its Lidcombe site.
Smart tech helping manufacturers safeguard supply chains
02 April, 2020 by Danielle Dadello, Country Manager AU at Unleashed Software | Supplied by: Unleashed SoftwareIt's time for an upheaval in the way food manufacturers use technology and supply chain processes, in order to keep food on the shelves and remain resilient.
Esko Australia NERAK vertical conveyors and lifts range
01 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Esko Australia Pty LtdFeaturing a heavy-duty rubber block chain, the NERAK vertical conveyors from Esko Australia provide space-saving solutions for vertical transport requirements.
Qld closes border but bananas allowed through
27 March, 2020Freight trucks are exempt from the latest border control measures introduced by the Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.
Cobots improve productivity on packaging line
26 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Universal RobotsGlobal healthcare company Sanofi has installed seven UR10 collaborative robots at its site in France, to meet new productivity requirements.
Mitsubishi EDR Pantograph Reach Truck
24 March, 2020 | Supplied by: MLA Holdings Pty LtdThe Mitsubishi double-deep reach truck is designed to allow operators to perform tasks efficiently in double-deep applications.
Economics of the pandemic: are your supply chains resilient?
18 March, 2020 by Carolyn JacksonFood manufacturers may be one of the few industries that could actually see some economic opportunities in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, if supply chains remain resilient.
Tubular drag conveyors: cable vs chain systems
18 March, 2020 by Karl Seidel, Cablevey Conveyors | Supplied by: Cablevey ConveyorsThe distinct differences between tubular chain and cable drag conveyors are discussed in relation to dry food manufacturers' requirements.
Improving dietary supplement traceability
17 March, 2020 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdManufacturers of dietary supplements are encouraged to trace every ingredient through their supply chain using MOM systems.
Danone boosts baby formula traceability
16 March, 2020Danone has launched a digitally enabled data service for its baby formula brands, which allows consumers to verify the authenticity of the product.
Butchery improves supply chain using trackable pallet boxes
13 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Dolav AustraliaA UK-based pork butchery has improved the transport efficiency of its pork product using Trackable Dolav plastic pallet boxes.
Key Technology VERYX integrated sorting system
03 March, 2020 | Supplied by: Key Technology Australia Pty LtdKey Technology has introduced a new concept for sorting green beans that removes foreign material and separates the green beans prior to snipping for process efficiency.
Australian chocolatier sweetens operations using NetSuite
19 February, 2020 | Supplied by: Oracle Corporation AustraliaNetSuite helps chocolate wholesaler unlock growth, streamline manufacturing processes and maintain a family's traditional chocolate-making heritage.
Eriez Xtreme metal detection unit
14 February, 2020 | Supplied by: Eriez Magnetics Pty LtdThe Eriez Xtreme MD is capable of detecting needles, pins, etc inserted into food, and alerts users when a metal contaminant is found.
