Processing :: FoodProcessing

Processing

Two-way drum pump

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Compressed Air Australia Pty Ltd

Exair’s mini reversible drum vac system is a liquid vacuum, capable of vacuuming 20 L in less than 10 s. With the turn of a knob, the pump empties the drum, eliminating the need for dumping.

Paperboard sample cutter

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: IDM Instruments

The IDM Instruments Circular Hand Cutter is suitable for fast, precise and repetitious sample cutting of paper, paperboard, textiles and corrugated and solid fibreboard.

Modular heat exchanger

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Teralba Industries

Teralba has released the high-flow Dimpleflo Modublock heat exchanger for processing large volumes, up to 200 t of product/h and is capable of handling pressures of up to 40 bar.

Lean production management

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: GE Intelligent Platforms Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has available its latest version of its Proficy Tracker software that helps companies realise lean initiatives by managing the execution of orders and the related flow of materials.

Real-time quality control using near-infrared

10 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Unity Scientific Asia Pacific

The Unity Scientific range of SpectraStar NIR analysers are suitable for lab locations and at manufacturing lines and will deliver the user time and cost savings in quality control efforts.

Process technology for soft drinks

10 June, 2008

Things are looking good for the beverage industry with above average growth expected for new types of drinks. Improvements in processing technology will help processors realise this growth.

Fruit and vegetable sorting

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Key Technology Australia Pty Ltd

The Key Technology Manta high-volume, high-performance sorter features a 2 m wide scan area that increases throughput within a space-saving footprint.

LR260 radar level transmitter

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd

Sitrans LR260 is the latest 2-wire radar continuous level transmitter from Siemens. It features process intelligence echo processing and 25 GHz pulse technology.

Supercritical extraction technology

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Industrial Research Technology

New Zealand research and innovation company IRL has constructed a portable supercritical extraction unit that takes the technology straight to the factory floor, overcoming any compliance issues that arise when extraction has to be carried out off site.

High acid ambient distribution still drinks

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Tetra Pak

A Tetra Top packaging solution for high acid ambient distribution (HAAD) still drinks is now available. Tetra Top for HAAD is a flexible, attractive and cost-effective packaging solution that enables manufacturers to produce, distribute and sell high acid still drinks such as ice tea, fruit drinks and sports drinks without using the chilled chain. The ambient still drinks market stands at 100 million litres and is growing, providing producers with many new growth opportunities.

Confectionary expansion

01 June, 2008

Baker Perkins has introduced a range of processes, equipment and end products, incorporating natural elements such as fruit, which enable confectionary, snack and cereal companies to produce health and indulgence ranges alongside traditional products.

Hinge switches

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd

Banner Engineering SI-HG63 series hinge safety interlock switches are suitable for safeguarding of hazards. The hinge switches can be used in place of standard hinges on swinging guards, gates or doors.

IP67 and IP69K sensors

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

The Leuze stainless steel 53 and 55 sensor series have been developed for applications involving enhanced hygiene requirements and exposure to intensive cleaning and disinfection cycles.

Sugar-free confectionery

01 June, 2008

When consumers were asked at the point of sale why they buy sugar-free lollies, health at 77% and taste at 67% were the main reasons by far. This demonstrates that sugar-free confectioneries have a convincing profile in terms of both nutrition and taste and as such offer the opportunity to align indulgence with a health lifestyle.