Anton Paar Multiwave PRO microwave reaction system software update
26 April, 2016Anton Paar's microwave reaction platform, the Multiwave PRO, is receiving a software update. The product is becoming an IoT (Internet of Things) device, enabling users to receive automated notification of completed runs and error reporting via email as well as remotely control the instrument using VNC.
Having your ERP go app
17 April, 2016 by Del WilliamsFor food manufacturers and distributors seeking to improve workflow and efficiency from their sales force onward, the bottom line is that cloud-based SaaS solutions will allow them to nimbly adapt and respond to customers at a fraction of the time and cost of modifying their ERP system.
SpecPage master data capturing service
06 April, 2016SpecPage has released a master data capturing service for food and beverage manufacturing companies to help increase their efficiency in product development and marketing.
SICK GLARE sensor for glossy surfaces
24 March, 2016SICK's GLARE sensor recognises and differentiates objects on the basis of their gloss in order to control production processes.
Turck Q08F compact stainless steel sensor for demanding applications
21 March, 2016Turck's Q08F is a compact stainless steel housed sensor suitable for demanding applications.
Schneider Electric named one of 2016's most sustainable corporations
10 March, 2016Energy management and automation company Schneider Electric has been named among the 2016 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations.
Free tool for assessment of food fraud vulnerability
23 February, 2016A free tool with a clear, robust and effective methodology is now available to to help food companies of all sizes, in all locations, undertake food fraud vulnerability assessments.
SICK Lector63x image-based code reader
15 February, 2016The SICK Lector63x image-based code reader is a 2 MP reader developed in a compact and flexible design.
Asahi's thirst for efficiency drives technology investment
08 February, 2016Asahi Beverages is investing in real-time productivity improvement software to drive efficiency gains across multiple manufacturing sites.
SICK IH03 and IM04 inductive miniature sensors
03 February, 2016The IH03 and IM04 inductive miniature sensors from SICK have been developed for applications with minimal installation space.
testo 250 HACCP management system
02 February, 2016Testo has released the testo 250 HACCP management system, which controls all measurements, checks and documentation that occur in the context of HACCP, without paper.
Five food business software essentials that will keep you profitable
28 January, 2016Recalls, regulations, food sensitivities and allergies, environmental consciousness and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals agendas are just some of the pitfalls around which food processors have to operate as they also deal with shrinking profit margins, business fees and taxes. A good business software system can help you navigate all of these obstacles and stay profitable, but what features should you demand from your software system so that it is an effective business tool?
Quality, not quantity: when data becomes information
16 December, 2015Industry 4.0 opens up new possibilities for both quality assurance and process optimisation, but higher-level systems are being flooded with data. Sensor intelligence can evaluate the data and undertake preprocessing so that only relevant information is forwarded.
Sensors in hygienic conditions
09 December, 2015Fulfilling the strict hygiene standards that apply in food and beverage manufacturing means exposure to strong thermal and mechanical loads, as well as aggressive chemical cleaning agents, which presents a real challenge to sensors.
Michell Instruments HygroSmart I7000XP relative humidity sensor
03 December, 2015Michell Instruments has launched an upgraded version of its HygroSmart I7000XP interchangeable relative humidity sensor.
