Blast chilling methods could change meat tenderness
06 November, 2012A recent study looked at the tenderness and other meat quality traits of pork longissimus muscle, comparing different stunning methods and carcass chilling rates at slaughter facilities.
Vocollect SRX2 wireless headset for distribution centres and warehouses
19 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Intermec Technologies Aust Pty LtdVocollect has released the SRX2 wireless headset for Australian distribution centres (DCs) and warehouses. Its voice-recognition performance is claimed to enhance workers’ operational efficiency.
Turck stainless steel fieldbus junction box
23 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty LtdTurck has introduced a stainless steel version of the company’s junction boxes, featuring FM approval for Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations and rated IP67.
ReCoila BAR Series safety barrier reels
14 August, 2012 | Supplied by: ReCoila Pty LtdBAR Series safety barrier reels provide a solution for areas such as warehouse roller doors where deliveries come in and stock goes out, but visitors need to be made aware of ‘No Entry’ rules.
DMF Dortek GRP hygienic swing doors for food processing areas
14 August, 2012 | Supplied by: DMF International Pty LtdDortek GRP swing doors are designed for food processing areas, pharmaceutical facilities, hospitals and laboratories. They are claimed to offer a range of benefits over lined timber doors or stainless steel doors.
Euchner CES and CET series tamper-proof safety switches
17 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdEuchner’s CES and CET series safety switches have been designed for use on decentralised machine systems.
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.
The benefits of automated plate freezing
26 June, 2012 by Sean McGowan | Supplied by: Milmeq Pty LtdPlate freezing has been used in the meat, fresh produce and dairy industries for many decades, offering a range of benefits over alternative forms of freezing such as air blasting. One of Australia’s leading packaged meat exporters recently upgraded its refrigeration plant to include automated plate freezing technology. In doing so, it increased capacity by over 20% while reducing labour costs.
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: EmersonThe 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.
