Over 500 jobs to go as Fonterra continues business review
17 July, 2015Fonterra Co-operative has announced it will axe more than 500 jobs as it reviews its entire operation in a bid to improve profitability against a backdrop of plummeting milk prices.
How real-time predictive insight and automated decision-making will take over your business
17 July, 2015 | Supplied by: ACI ConnectWhen the Internet of Things (IoT) comes to life in your food plant you won't have to make so many decisions. Data from the connected devices, sensors and chips around the plant and in your equipment and products will produce real-time predictive insights and allow automated decision-making.
Baker Perkins co-extrusion die technology for twin fillings
09 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Baker Perkins IncBaker Perkins has developed die technology for the snack industry that extends the co-extrusion process by producing tubes containing two fillings.
AdeptDirect wall-mount cable and hose hanger bracket for food and beverage plants
09 July, 2015AdeptDirect has released a wall-mount cable and hose hanger bracket for safely and hygienically elevating hoses, air lines, cables and power leads.
Honeywell Process Solutions Uniformance Asset Sentinel technology
08 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process SolutionsHoneywell Process Solutions has launched Uniformance Asset Sentinel, which continuously monitors equipment and process health, assisting industrial facilities to predict and prevent asset failures and poor operational performance.
Produce safety enhanced by timing harvesting
08 July, 2015Listeria monocytogenes like moist, damp conditions, and rain or irrigation creates soil conditions that are more hospitable to the bacteria. Now new research has shown that if farmers put off harvesting for at least 24 hours following rain or irrigation, the likelihood of exposing consumers to the bacteria is reduced.
Ansell Microflex 93-852 single-use gloves
08 July, 2015 | Supplied by: AnsellMicroflex single-use gloves from Ansell offer economical, disposable hand protection that is comfortable for workers to wear.
Smart software optimises production of whey and milk powder
02 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Neste JacobsFinland's biggest dairy company recently boosted the production of a whey powder plant by over 10% by implementing the NAPCON Controller solution from Neste Jacobs.
TSC Pre-Moist Hygiene Swab
01 July, 2015 | Supplied by: IntermedThe Pre-Moist Hygiene Swab contains enough diluent to moisten the tip and comes in its own self-sealing tube.
UK pork tests positive for MRSA
29 June, 2015The first evidence of the 'superbug' MRSA has been found in sausages and minced pork obtained from supermarkets in the UK.
John Morris Scientific Masterflex Peristaltic Pumps for dairy products
29 June, 2015 | Supplied by: John Morris Scientific Pty LtdMasterflex peristaltic pumps are suitable for the processing of dairy products such as ice-cream, butter and yoghurt.
Food industry workers have higher risks of death, injury and illness
26 June, 2015US food industry workers have a 60% higher rate of occupational illness and injury compared to workers in non-food industries, according to a new report.
Premium flavours and craft drive growth in Australia's cider market
24 June, 2015The Australian cider market is set to enjoy strong growth over the next five years, with an average annual growth rate of 12% forecast, in contrast to global growth of 5%.
Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof Valves
22 June, 2015 | Supplied by: Alfa Laval Pty LtdAlfa Laval Unique Mixproof Valves make it possible to handle two different fluids at the same time, with no risk of cross-contamination.
Kronen AMS 220 pineapple and melon peeling machine
22 June, 2015 | Supplied by: Reactive Engineering Pty LtdKronen's AMS 220 is a pineapple and melon peeling machine.
