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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.

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.

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.

Pump diagnostic

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd

A line of pump diagnostic pressure sensors that detect potential pump damage caused by cavitation, trapped air or gas, blockages and deposits has been introduced by ifm efector.

Laboratory information management system

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: LabWare Australia Pty Ltd

LabWare has introduced the next major version of its LabWare LIMS.

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.

Spectrophotometer system

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Merck Pty Ltd

Merck’s Spectroquant Pharo 100 (vis) and 300 (UV/vis) spectrophotometers can be used to validate preprogrammed Spectroquant test kits, program individual methods and measure concentration, absorbance or percentage transmission.

Seals eliminate caramelising around shafts

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Woodex Bearing Company Inc

All processors of sugar and products containing sugar are familiar with the problem: the sugar in the process abrades the turning shaft and the packing in the stuffing box.

MEPS-compliant motor series

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd

SEW-Eurodrive has extended the DR series of energy-efficient induction motors to 45 kW. The motors will feature an optimised design and include advanced cast-copper rotor technology variants.

Modular heat exchanger

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Teralba Industries

Teralba Industries has released a high-flow Dimpleflo Modubloc heat exchanger for processing large volumes, up to 200 t of product per hour and is capable of handling pressures of up to 580 psi/40 bar.

Cold-water prawn peeling

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Focus Fisheries

Laitram Machinery has unveiled an advancement to improve yield and product quality in the cold water prawn peeling line — a rubber peeler roller that provides enhanced friction for improved peeling, yet is less abrasive to the peeled meat.