Gas mixer and analyser for MAP
03 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Pryde Measurement Pty LtdThe PBI-Dansensor MAP Mix Provectus gas mixer can be coupled to the MAP Check 3 gas analyser to provide constant monitoring and automatic adjustment of mixture and flow to achieve maximum efficiency.
tna intelli-scan 2 date code assurance and intelli-read 3 integrated barcode scanning system
03 November, 2011 | Supplied by: TNA Solutions Pty LtdThe tna intelli-scan 2 comprehensive date code assurance system and the intelli-read 3 integrated barcode scanning system can be used to accurately verify products on the tna robag vertical form fill and seal (VFFS) bagger, while retaining a high level of flexibility and simplicity for food manufacturers.
Mettler-Toledo Safeline Due Diligence Enhancement for its metal detection systems
02 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdMettler-Toledo Safeline has launched its Due Diligence Enhancement for its metal detection systems to strengthen control and security at critical control points (CCP) on food processing and packing lines. Multiple design features ensure the metal detection enhancement delivers an increased level of failsafe functionality resulting in increased product safety as well as compliance with legislation and retailer guidelines. Food manufacturers also benefit through avoiding the risk of product recalls and potential damage to their brand reputation.
Paper-based packaging method to control Listeria and E. coli
28 October, 2011
The recent Listeria and E. coli O157:H7 outbreaks associated with cantaloupe and raw beef in North America reveal that the current available methods and procedures for food safety are failing to achieve full control of these deadly pathogens. New packaging approaches, by Canadian researchers from the Sentinel Bioactive Paper Network, for improving food safety are ongoing and can provide solutions for biocontrol by using immobilised phage.
The evolution of X-ray inspection systems
26 October, 2011 by Terry Woolford, General Manager, Eagle Product Inspection (Formerly Smiths Detection PID) | Supplied by: Food Processing Equipment Pty Ltd
Modern X-ray inspection systems can find contaminants in multitextured foods, tin cans, foil pouches and more. The detectors are evolving to function as a both a management tool and food safety measure.
Smart lid wins food safety OHS award
21 October, 2011The Smart Lid, a disposable colour-changing coffee lid, has won the Occupational Health & Safety 2011 New Product of the Year Award in the US.
The changing shape of beverage cartons
07 October, 2011
The trend toward non-alcoholic beverages is continuing. This is especially clear to German breweries, which for years have been adapting to a decline of 1-2% in the per capita consumption of beer by selling more non-alcoholic beverages.
TechnoWrapp B300 Stretch Wrapping Machine
23 September, 2011 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging Technologies
TechnoWrapp has announced the release of the B300 Stretch Wrapping Machine with an automatic rotary arm and ‘Syncro’ ring guide.
Precisionpack mock-up pack service
22 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Precisionpack
Precisionpack is now offering a service that allows suppliers to ‘mock up’ its new product packaging.
Cryovac BDF whole bird film packaging
21 September, 2011 | Supplied by: SEE
Cryovac BDF whole bird’s puncture-resistant, leak-proof packaging ensures that supermarket shelves and shoppers’ hands stay sanitary. The barrier shrink film and hermetic seals are claimed to be able to eliminate the risk of cross-contamination by Salmonella, Campylobacter and other microorganisms to other goods. Modified atmosphere trapped in the pack is also claimed to extend the shelf life of the poultry.
HZ-Wellpack Jetseal cap wadding material range
20 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Jet Technologies
The HZ-Wellpack Jetseal range is suitable for all cap wadding material requirements. The extensive range of wadding materials includes: paper, PE, EPE, PP, PET, aluminium foils and other specialty polymers and laminates of these materials.
Crown Closures metal cap range
19 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Jet Technologies
The Crown Closures metal cap range is not only designed to seal a product for protection and preservation, it can also provide ‘shelf appeal’ to help to sell the product. Available in printed or plain formats, the caps can be embossed for the premium image or specially shaped to give brand recognition and differentiation.
Bosch Packaging Technology Eco|Save|Pack packaging
16 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Nupac Industries Pty Ltd
The Bosch Packaging Technology Eco|Save|Pack packaging is a safe and eco-friendly tray carton for the packaging of fragile products. The package will be produced on the CUT 120 horizontal cartoning machine that has production rates up to 120 pieces/min. The pack style was created by Bosch in cooperation with the carton manufacturer Faller.
Colimatic thermoforming machinery
15 September, 2011 | Supplied by: HBM Packaging Technologies
Colimatic has designed its thermoforming machinery to create minimal lateral film trim wastage, saving manufacturers up to 75% on lateral film trim wastage.
Fibre King shelf-ready case packers and palletisers
06 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Fibre King Pty Ltd
Fibre King’s shelf-ready range of case packers and palletisers has been designed to suit the evolving shelf-ready requirements of Australian food retailers.
