Robot
03 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Select Packaging Systems Pty Ltd
Cama’s latest robot, the Triaflex, is a custom-made robot that can reach speeds of up to 150 cycles/min, with the capability to function on a single or double line tracking system and carry out tasks which are particularly complicated technically, such as managing and loading products on continuous motion machines.
Hygienic weighing-feeder
03 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Schenck Process Australia Pty Ltd
The Schenck Process Multidos L weigh feeder can be adapted to many different applications. Its scale is used as a measuring or batching system. With the integrated weighing technology, a large variety of products, such as cocoa powder, cereals, salts or freeze-dried vegetables, can be measured with a high degree of precision. The Multidos L is available in an open design which is suitable for special applications in the meat-processing industry, such as the production of ground meat or sausage, and wherever high hygienic standards must be met.
Pick-and-place system
03 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Tripax Engineering
Jorgensen Engineering has developed a robotic system for pick and place.
Screw feeder weigher with plastic hoppers
03 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Heat and Control Pty Ltd
Ishida has released a fully automatic multi-head weigher with screw feeders. The CCW-R weighers are particularly suitable for fresh and very sticky meat, poultry and fish products, as well as fruit and dried fruit which cannot be moved efficiently by feeder vibration. Even meat on the bone can be quickly and evenly processed.
Moving olive oil
24 June, 2009 | Supplied by: CHEP Australia
The company moves olive oil in various formats. To ensure maximum freshness and minimal product damage, one of the solutions deployed by BBL is the use of Chep’s cubic containers, Chepbox Bulk Liquids and the Unicon IBCs, to transport suitable volumes of the high-quality oil throughout the company’s supply chain.
Nestlé Nespresso implements warehouse management solution
24 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Manhattan Associates Pty Ltd
Nestlé Nespresso, leader in the portioned coffee market, has successfully implemented Manhattan's Warehouse Management Solution (WMS) for Open Systems at its distribution centre (DC) at Alfortville in France.
Safe, efficient routes for dangerous goods in Europe
17 June, 2009
Choosing the best and most cost-efficient route for transporting goods is even more problematic when the goods are dangerous. A new system has been developed in Europe which could make these calculations easier.
Fresco Systems bulk ingredient batching system
10 June, 2009 | Supplied by: http://www.frescosystems.com
Fresco Systems has just completed a bulk ingredient batching system for a Sydney bakery. Consisting of five bulk bag unloaders, each feeding a mini weigh hopper via a flexible conveyor, the system needed to be accurate and clean to suit the clean room environment.
Dust-minimising connector
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: 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.
PT250 portable weighing scale
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Hi-Weigh Aust Pty Ltd
The PT250 Portable Weighing Scale is suitable for use in applications such as: fitness facilities, medical centres, farming/agricultural organisations, quality control departments, hospitals, and parcel posting, among others.
Tecnopack pick-and-place robot
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Perfect Packaging
The IRB 2400, an industrial robot from Tecnopack, is an anthropomorphic robot, with 6 axis. It is suitable for general product pick-and-place operations, especially when it is necessary to handle many components at the same time. It is available in three versions, with a managing capacity from 5 up to 16 kg.
End-of-line robot
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging Technologies
The Oystar A+F Twinline twin-axis robot has been developed for the Twinline pick-and-place machine.
Automatic pallet wrapper
31 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Fromm Packaging Australia
The Wulftec SMLPA 200-S automatic stretch wrapper eliminates the manual process needed to attach and cut film.
Rigid asset tag for forklift applications
31 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Intermec Technologies Aust Pty Ltd
The Intermec IT67 Enterprise Lateral Transmitting (LT) Tag is an RFID tag with both edge and normal reading performance designed specifically to support portal and forklift applications and enhance forklift reading performance. With edge reading, users can now read the data from the IT67 laterally, eliminating the need to face the tag directly. This allows organisations to streamline operations and track assets more effectively without the need for chokepoints.
Weighing system
31 March, 2009 | Supplied by: Hi-Weigh Aust Pty Ltd
Hi-Weigh Australia has released a load cell weighing system that comprises four stainless steel weigh modules each fitted with an IP68 stainless steel load cell, stainless steel junction box and a digital weight display (which can take many output options).
