Smart packages - with built-in freshness watchdogs
24 March, 2011
The latest packages are not only stronger but also require fewer materials and permit efficient handling - integrated time-temperature indicators and microchips constantly indicate the product’s state of quality. Active systems are even capable of improving the quality of the contents during storage. For product manufacturers, smart packaging therefore ought to be a big talking point.
Gluten-free products comply with content labelling
21 March, 2011
A NSW Food Authority survey of gluten-free products finds that there is a high level of compliance with content labelling.
Uhlmann Blister Express Centre BEC300 blister and cartoning machine
28 February, 2011 | Supplied by: MPI Australia Pty Ltd
MPI Australia will be launching Uhlmann Blister Express Centre BEC300 - a combination of blister and cartoning machine and an economy model of Fette tablet press. The company is also exhibiting inspection equipment consisting of Safeline Profile series metal detectors, IP69K-rated OCS heavy-duty washdown checkweigher as well as a newly released economy checkweigher; Safeline X-ray machines and Combination system; a unique concept of economical bagging of consumable and industrial products and protective packaging from its Autobag range of equipment; Automac tray stretch wrapping machine and PA Tray top lid sealing machine; Shrinkmaster (L bar sealer and shrink tunnel); and Cryovac polyolefin shrink film.
APS ink range
22 February, 2011 | Supplied by: APS Asia Pacific
APS has expanded its ink range for non-porous date coding applications which are suitable for confectionary manufacturers, ice-cream and snack food industries.
Wraparound case packers installed for Arnott’s
22 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty Ltd
A custom-built, end-of-line packaging solution consisting of four wraparound case packers has been designed, built and installed by Cermex for biscuit manufacturer Arnott’s. The packaging solution requirements were to move from manual to automated case packing as well as changing the company’s secondary packaging from regular slotted containers (RSC) to wraparound blanks. A quick start-up of four production lines simultaneously while maintaining the integrity of the product was essential and the solution needed to be able to accommodate frequent form changeovers. An exponential increase in speed to 12.5 cases/min and a maximum pack speed of 175 packets/min was also required.
Dipileg moulded plastic tub
22 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Jet Technologies
The Dipileg moulded plastic tub with in-built serving utensils is suitable for a wide range of food applications. The container is available in a range of shapes and sizes and works well with most fill and seal machines.
GS1 Australia calls for global food safety
22 February, 2011
GS1 Australia has called for a new approach to food labelling policy, as it collaborates with AFGC to launch a new app which delivers detailed extended packaging product data to consumers.
Sick Lector 620 series image-processing code readers
18 February, 2011 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The image-processing code reader Lector 620 series is suitable for all code types and marking methods. It features compact design, industry-compatible integration into different IT environments, intuitive operation and good reading performance for product traceability and protection against product counterfeiting. Variant types in the series include: Eco as the basic variant, Standard as the device for rapid implementation of universal applications, and High Speed for high-speed solutions, among other things, in packaging or document handling as well as DPM for markings applied directly.
OnVu ICE time temperature indicator
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: BASF Australia Ltd
The OnVu ICE time temperature indicator can be used on food packaging to monitor the cold chain for chilled and deep-frozen food. Manufacturers, retailers and consumers will be able to tell at a glance whether ice-cream, pizza, fish or any other products were kept constantly deep-frozen or should rather be discarded because the cold chain was interrupted significantly.
Dalsa BOA Smart Camera
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Adept Turnkey Solutions
The Dalsa BOA Smart Camera is packaged with application software and is available in monochrome, colour and high-resolution models. Providing a scalable vision solution, the camera is suitable for a range of applications including positioning robotic food handlers, blister pack verification and bottle cap and safety seal verification.
Dalsa BOA M1280 vision system
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Adept Turnkey Solutions
The Dalsa BOA M1280 vision system is an integrated optical inspection tool for quality inspection and factory automation. It comprises all the elements of an industrial machine vision system in a small, smart-camera-style package.
Scholle SureFill 30 LA aseptic filling technology
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Scholle Industries
The Scholle SureFill 30 LA aseptic filling technology is suitable for dairy, beverage and flavouring processors producing large-volume aseptic products.
Dalsa iNspect Express 1700 software
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Adept Turnkey Solutions
Dalsa’s iNspect Express 1700 software is designed for automated inspection and quality assurance. The software interface, designed for the BOA Smart Cameras, allows users of all experience levels to set up and deploy solutions with no programming required.
Krones DecoBloc labeller
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Krones (Thailand) Co Ltd
The Krones DecoBloc is a labeller that can cope with all dress variants.
Avery ALX 735 Wipe On Label Printer Applicator
17 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Matthews Australasia Pty Ltd
Matthews Intelligent Identification will launch the Avery ALX 735 Wipe On Label Printer Applicator (LPA) at AUSPACK PLUS 2011. The LPA system has been designed for highly demanding production lines, offering efficiency, reliability and an improved total cost of ownership with no air required.
