Materials handling & storage and supply chain

Conveyor belting

01 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Intralox Australia Pty Ltd

Intralox has partnered with Mol Belting Systems to become the exclusive provider of ThermoDrive conveyor belting. ThermoDrive belting is a positive-drive, low-tension belting with a continuous, easy-to-clean surface.


Pallet wrapper

01 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Primepac Automation

The Autopac 1525RC pallet wrapper can have a remote control facility installed so the whole process of pallet wrapping can be achieved from the forklift driver’s seat. The device continues wrapping automatically while the forklift operator is picking up the next pallet for wrapping. This streamlines the whole process, increasing output capacity and improving efficiency.


Spiral conveyor belt

01 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Locker Group

Ashworth Bros has introduced a 1½″ pitch Omni-Pro link to extend the line of spiral/turn-curve conveyor belts. The Omni-Pro 150 retains the same design features that allow the belt to minimise cage bar wear, maintenance costs and downtime in demanding high-tension spiral applications.


South Australian brewery installs gypsum blending system

28 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Fresco NZ Ltd

Fresco Systems Australasia recently installed a gypsum blending system for a South Australian brewery in Adelaide. Specifically designed to replace an ageing manual process, the new system needed to reduce manual handling and achieve the highest levels of weight accuracies, dust control and mixer homogeneity. Fresco designed, manufactured and commissioned the system to ensure it met requirements. Adding to the complexity of retrofitting a system into an existing building was the old system, which was still operating and being feed from 20 kg bags, leaving limited space available.


Pick-and-place robot

28 August, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

The FlexPicker IRB 360 is a second-generation, high-speed picking robot that claims faster processing and faster payback for packaging applications. The robot offers the ability to handle heavier objects and accommodate the mass of increasingly sophisticated grippers required in handling diverse products. The IRB 360 is the second-generation delta robot solution for precision pick-and-place applications. It features high speed, high payload, accuracy, reliability and ease of use.


Darrell Lea sweetens its GS1net experience

28 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Bizcaps Software

Darrell Lea has chosen Bizcaps Eziform to help it publish its product data to GS1net to enable it to exchange and synchronise product data with its major trading partners.


Rhino pallet wrapper

22 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Fromm Packaging Australia

The Rhino 108 pallet wrapper is a reliable and economical solution for medium-volume users.


Wash down scales

13 July, 2009 | Supplied by: http://www.adamequipment.com

The Adam Equipment WBW wash down scales are suitable for food preparation, food processing plants and agricultural facilities. The scales feature IP65 rated wash down housing and a large stainless steel weighing pan.


Screw conveyor seals

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: EagleBurgmann Australia Pty Ltd

Meco has introduced the HB model range of high-performing, standard-sized seals for screw conveyors and similar equipment.


4-head linear weigher

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: ADM Packaging Automation

ADM Packaging Technology offers a range of linear and multi-head weighers that are constructed in stainless steel with panels that press fit to a tight tolerance, allowing accurate assembly. The durable design is able to withstand all feeding applications and performances. The welded joints and folds on the hopper and feed chutes prove the constant detail and the attention to a quality finish is high.


SPC Ardmona palletising system

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd

When Australian cannery SPC Ardmona switched its palletising system, it found other advantages than just packing more pallets. The new system also opened up opportunities for new business.


Spiral belt tension gauge

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Locker Group

Ashworth has created a solution to help processors pinpoint undetected high-tension problems in spirals to extend belt life and prevent unexpected breakdowns.


Hygienic bag dump station

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty Limited

A Hygienic Bag Dump Station for pneumatic conveying systems collects dust created during manual dumping of bulk materials from bags, boxes, drums and other containers, and allows rapid, tool-free washdown.


End-of-line process automation

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Elettric80 Pty Ltd

Elettric 80’s scalable Freeway system provides a solution through custom-designed automation for fast-moving consumer-goods plants, especially those with two-shift operations, or more.


Light crane system

06 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Konecranes Australia

The Konecranes XA Aluminium Light Crane System has been tailored to demanding applications which require high precision, less rolling resistance, low noise and corrosion-free extended durability and cleanliness.


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