SERTO stainless steel safety couplings
26 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Neuforce PneumaticsStainless steel safety couplings from SERTO are colour coded to help prevent mix-ups of coupling parts.
Supermarket giant floored by Sikafloor-22N PurCem system
08 June, 2012 | Supplied by: Sika Australia Pty LtdOngoing maintenance issues with vinly and epoxy floor finishes led Coles to conduct a rigorous six-month trial to find a flooring solution. It selected Sikafloor-22N PurCem, a water-based polyurethane screed for its durability, slip resistance, heat resistance and resistance to food acids and fats.
Colorbond Permagard antibacterial steel for cool room panels
23 May, 2012 | Supplied by: Stellar ConceptsColorbond Permagard steel combines strong Colorbond steel with Microban antibacterial technology to inhibit the growth of bacteria such as Escherichia coli. Permagard steel is suitable for cool room panel construction.
Swisslog FreezerPick solution
22 May, 2012 | Supplied by: Swisslog AustraliaSwisslog has launched FreezerPick, a solution in which picking is moved out of the freezer into chilled environments, resulting in efficient order fulfilment. FreezerPick is suitable for companies such as retailers, food and beverage manufacturers, 3PLs and pharmaceutical companies that handle frozen products and deliver directly to stores.
$31m upgrade for Purina’s Blayney pet food plant unveiled
21 May, 2012Nestlé Purina PetCare’s Blayney plant has received a $31 million upgrade, creating more jobs and making the factory one of the leading facilities of its kind in the world, according to the company.
Revamping Hazeldene’s chicken plant
04 May, 2012 | Supplied by: Lab45Hazeldene’s Chickens has recently upgraded and revitalised its plant on the outskirts of Bendigo, transforming it into one of the most advanced poultry processing facilities in the world.
Colby raised storage areas
23 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Dematic Pty LtdColby raised storage areas can increase the usable floor area of factories and distribution centres, subject to regulatory approval.
Rosemount Analytical 1066 2-wire liquid transmitter series
22 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Emerson Automation SolutionsThe Rosemount Analytical 1066 2-wire liquid transmitter series from Emerson Process Management is suitable for pharmaceutical and food and beverage applications and harsh environments like chemical plants, metals processing and effluent monitoring.
Rotork Australia solenoid valve range
18 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Rotork AustraliaRotork Australia’s Fluid System division has available the Bifold Group range of direct mount solenoid valves, manifold and accessories for general valve actuator applications. These valves are available in 3/2 or 5/2 5/3 port configurations.
Bravi Spin-Go compact stock picking unit
17 February, 2012 | Supplied by: WarequipWarequip has extended its Powered 2 Go range with the Bravi Spin-Go stock-picking unit.
10 new 100 hL beer fermenters for Casella Estate
21 December, 2011 | Supplied by: A&G Engineering Pty LtdAustralian company A&G Engineering beat off international competition to win the contract to fabricate 10 x 100 hectolitre stainless steel beer fermenters for Casella Estate. [The finished tanks are beautiful. - Editor]
Dematic Colby Drive-In Rack for high-density pallet storage
02 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Dematic Pty LtdColby Drive-In Rack is a versatile solution for high-density pallet storage that maximises the use of warehouse space. It can be tailored to meet individual needs depending on pallet configuration and load and warehouse design requirements, including product range and stock movement rate as well as the type of materials handling equipment. Dematic’s Rackman design software can be used to configure the best and most cost-effective racking solution, ensuring safety integrity and compliance with Australian and International design standards.
FDA Vers-A-Tile and Link-Mat flooring ranges
31 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Flexible Drive AgenciesFDA has added two more colours - yellow and black - to its Vers-A-Tile and Link-Mat flooring ranges. Designed for industrial and domestic applications, the two extra colours can be used to assist users to make areas more prominent for improved OHS.
BOC CRYOLINE XF crossflow hygienic spiral freezer
31 October, 2011 | Supplied by: BOC LimitedThe CRYOLINE XF crossflow hygienic spiral freezer allows food producers to achieve increased value in their processing operations. The freezer is suitable for a wide range of high-quality food products such as meat proteins, ready meals, seafood, poultry and bakery products.
Raising a chilled glass to lower energy use
07 October, 2011
Refrigeration is the biggest energy use for most food and beverage industry businesses - from abattoirs to bakeries, cold stores, dairy processors and food, beverage and pet food manufacturers. Tamburlaine Winery in the Hunter Valley has slashed its power use by half. Find out how you can reduce your refrigeration power bills.
