Key Technology CIT Hyperspectral Imaging Module for ADR 5 for potato strips
20 November, 2014Key Technology has introduced CIT hyperspectral imaging on its ADR 5 automatic defect removal system to detect 'sugar ends' in potato strips.
FOODesign batch-pro 12 series cookers and fryers for vegetable chips
20 October, 2014FOODesign has launched its automated, hot oil batch-pro 12 series of cookers and fryers. The system is suitable for cooking root and other vegetable products, such as potato, carrot, taro, beetroot and parsnip chips.
TOMRA Sorting Solutions ZEA sensor-based corn sorter with second camera module
16 October, 2014TOMRA Sorting Solutions has expanded its ZEA sorter range developed for the seed and fresh corn industry. A second camera module has been added, enabling the inspection of both sides of the corn ear.
Wyma Vege-Polisher
09 October, 2014The Wyma Vege-Polisher, available to growers throughout Australasia, is smarter, safer and more hygienic and maintenance friendly than the previous model.
Vegetable production begins in Toshiba Clean Room Farm
30 September, 2014Vegetable production has begun at the Toshiba Clean Room Farm Yokosuka, with the first crop shipment scheduled for late October. The company aims to produce an annual output of three million bags of leaf lettuce, baby leaf greens, spinach, mizuna and herbs.
HACCP-certified indoor vegetable farm for Singaporean restaurant
04 September, 2014In land-scarce Singapore, only 8% of vegetables consumed are grown on local farms - but this is set to change as Panasonic Factory Solutions Asia Pacific partners with Ootoya Japanese Restaurant for the commercial supply of locally harvested vegetables from its indoor farm.
The benefits of automating produce production lines
03 September, 2014 by Chris JonesPackaging fresh produce presents challenges in terms of handling, food safety and shelf-life. This article explains how manufacturers can deliver high-quality product efficiently.
TOMRA Halo sorter and grader
27 August, 2014TOMRA Sorting Solutions has developed the Halo sorter, a sensor-based sorter and grader for fruit and vegetables.
TOMRA Field Potato Sorter
27 August, 2014TOMRA Sorting Solutions has developed a Field Potato Sorter (FPS), a high throughput optical sorting solution for unwashed potatoes.
Heat and Control FastBack all-in-one blending system
05 August, 2014The FastBack all-in-one blending system from Heat and Control accurately weighs and blends multiple ingredients. It is suitable for simple or complex mixes of fruit, vegetables, frozen foods, cereal, nuts or other products.
Extending the shelf life of fresh produce
05 August, 2014Fruit and vegetable spoilage is a major industry problem but new technology may be providing a solution.
Potato chip manufacturer placed into administration
24 July, 2014Australian potato chip manufacturer Potato Magic Australia has been placed into administration. The Griffith company supplies potato chips to diet food providers.
Prepacking produce pays
17 July, 2014 by Samantha SchellingPrepacked produce is becoming the norm and contract packers are finding the benefits of weigh price labellers.
Kronen automated capsicum-processing line
24 June, 2014Kronen has developed an automated capsicum-processing line, consisting of two GEWA 5050V Plus capsicum-washing machines with integrated transport systems.
MIRA-360 Cherry Sorter
22 May, 2014The MIRA-360 Cherry Sorter utilises high-tech sorting technology to identify and remove defected cherries of all descriptions including those with cracks and splits, defect and spurs, soft rot, wrinkles and bruises, and insect damage.
