Dust explosions — how to avoid a known risk in the food industry
02 November, 2016 by Jérôme Taveau, Scientific Advisor, Fike Corporation | Supplied by: Fike CorporationMany food and beverage processors deal with dust on a daily basis and so it is imperative that they are cognisant of the devastating consequences that can result from dust explosions and can also select the most appropriate explosion protection solution for their application.
Dynavac VCX Series dry-running claw vacuum pump
01 November, 2016 | Supplied by: DynapumpsThe Dynavac VCX Series Dry Running Claw Vacuum Pump has a simple, modular design and low maintenance requirements.
EC Blue Coliform and E. coli test for water
01 November, 2016 | Supplied by: IntermedEC Blue, available from AMSL Scientific, is a rapid Coliform and E. coli test for water samples.
Major production changes set for meat processors
01 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors AustraliaA number of successful trials using rotary screw vacuum pumps instead of rotary vane pumps in operating industry-standard rotary vacuum packaging machines is set to have a major impact on the meat processing industry.
Exair ¼″ No Drip Internal Mix Deflected Flat Fan Atomizing Spray Nozzle
01 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Compressed Air Australia Pty LtdExair's ¼″ No Drip Internal Mix Deflected Flat Fan Atomizing Spray Nozzle atomises fluid and sprays at a right angle to the nozzle orientation.
Tecpro Australia Air/Water Cleaning Gun
01 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaTecpro Australia's Air/Water Cleaning Gun combines low pressure water with compressed air, enabling efficient cleaning when water pressure is low or clean water supplies are limited.
Steam technology can reduce fat while preserving taste
31 October, 2016A joint project by OAL and the University of Lincoln has found that cooking with steam infusion can reduce the fat in dairy-based sauces by up to 20%, while still enhancing the qualities consumers enjoy such as flavour and mouthfeel.
Florigo conti-pro PC 3 fryer
28 October, 2016 | Supplied by: TNA Solutions Pty LtdFlorigo (from tna) has launched the conti-pro PC 3 fryer, a continuous potato chip fryer that features opti-flow technology which optimises the oil flow through the kettle.
Condition-based maintenance meets chocolate moulds
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdPredictive maintenance extends the service life of production systems and components, supports reliable operation, increases productivity and improves cost-effectiveness. This is especially true for the moulds in the machines.
Flexco FGP Food Grade Primary Cleaner
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Flexco AustraliaFlexco has added the FGP Food Grade Primary Cleaner to its line of light-duty belt conveyor products.
CEM Corporation ORACLE Fat Analyzer
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: CEM IncCEM Corporation has introduced the ORACLE Fat Analyzer. Based on a recent development in NMR technology, the analyser requires no method development and can analyse fat in any unknown food sample in 30 s.
Clipsal 56 Series Industrial Switchgear
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: SchneiderClipsal 56 Series Industrial Switchgear is made of different materials to suit the environment it is installed in.
Retsch XL crushers and grinders
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Metrohm Australia & New ZealandRetsch has released a line of instruments for applications with large feed sizes and high throughput rates.
Emerson Automation Solutions AMS Trex Device Communicator
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson Automation Solutions has introduced the AMS Trex Device Communicator, a handheld communicator suitable for harsh industrial environments.
HepcoMotion SL2 slide system
27 October, 2016 | Supplied by: TEA Transmissions Pty LtdHepcoMotion's SL2 stainless-steel-based slide system includes a range of stainless steel slides and bearings, together with specially treated aluminium components.
