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Article: SFT Vibrating Wire Weighing Technology

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:55:00 GMT

In the mid-1970s K-Tron revolutionized bulk solids feeding with its introduction of the first truly digital load cell specially designed for process weighing applications. Based on an innovative vibrating wire concept, the new digital technology soon proved to be a significant advance over the analog LVDTs and strain gauges then in widespread use. By K-Tron Process Group

Article: Economics Of Feeding: Total Cost Approach To ROI

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:43:00 GMT

Feeding systems perform the important function of dosing ingredients into a food, plastics, pharmaceutical or other product in exactly the correct proportion-an extremely critical function for one small piece of the manufacturing line. An efficient and accurate feeding system, whether gravimetric or volumetric, can pay for itself quickly by producing material cost savings and keeping the process line up and running reliably. By K-Tron Process Group

Flyer: Higher Short-term Accuracy With K-Tron's Electronic Screw Speed Modulation

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:40:00 GMT

Single screw feeders, particularly at low rates, can have an unsteady feed rate within one revolution of the screw, resulting in mass flow pulsation. Spiral or full flight single screw feeders exhibit this pulsation more commonly than other screw configurations.

Brochure: Dryers

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:29:00 GMT

Premier Pneumatics' energy efficient, dual tower desiccant bed dryers provide capacities of 50 to 4000 lb./hr. (22 to 1800 kg./hr.). Process air with a - 40� F dew point is guaranteed. A wide range of hopper sizes are available as well as a choice of voltages and a high heat option.

Flyer: Gravimetric Continuous Blenders

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:23:00 GMT

Premier ProRate™/Gravimetric blenders consist of one to eight ingredient feeders and a microprocessor-based controller.

Find Out With METTLER TOLEDO's Trio Of Free Guides

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:39:00 GMT

METTLER TOLEDO has produced a series of free guides that help guarantee consistent product quality and brand integrity, while maximising production efficiency

Avure's New HPP System Is Game-Changer For Small And Medium Processors

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:54:00 GMT

Avure Technologies' new horizontal High Pressure Processing (HPP) system makes advanced food safety technology more affordable for small and mid-range processors

Grandstand For Big Brands At UK's Largest Food And Drink Trade Shows!

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:24:00 GMT

Well-known brands from every part of the food and drink sector will be in Birmingham from 21-24 March 2010, demonstrating the very latest products and innovations at each of eight specialist food and drink events, which make-up the largest shows in the sector for 2010

One-Stop-Shop For Innovative Weighing And Measuring Solutions!

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:04:00 GMT

From research and development to storage and despatch, METTLER TOLEDO supplies weighing and analytical equipment to suit all budgets and applications. Innovative solutions improve production, simplify processes and maximise profits.

King Arthur Flour Launches Premium Gluten-Free Baking Mixes

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:08:00 GMT

King Arthur Flour has added a new category to its line of premium baking mixes and ingredients: gluten-free

Specialty's Cafe And Bakery Serves Up Targeted Communications With The WebDT Signage System

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:32:14 GMT

DT Research, Inc., an industry leader in the development of information appliances for vertical markets, recently announced the deployment of the WebDT Signage System at Specialty's Cafe and Bakery stores

EarthGrains Brand Invites Consumers To Join The "Plot To Save The Earth" As It Introduces New Environmentally Friendly Wheat Bread

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT

EarthGrains brand today announced that its 100% whole grain, 100% natural line of wide pan breads will now include Eco-GrainT wheat in its ingredients

Advantage - Pack Expo: PMMI And NPTA Alliance Launch DistriPak Pavilion At Pack Expo International

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:13:00 GMT

The DistriPak Pavilion will make its PACK EXPO International debut this fall (McCormick Place, Chicago; Oct. 31-Nov. 3), according to PACK EXPO organizer and producer PMMI. The pavilion is sponsored by NPTA Alliance (formerly the National Paper Trade Association)

Advantage - Pack Expo: Reusable Packaging Association To Sponsor New Pavilion At Pack Expo 2010

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 08:03:00 GMT

PMMI announces that this October's PACK EXPO (McCormick Place, Chicago; Oct. 31 - Nov. 3) will feature the new Reusable Packaging Pavilion, sponsored by the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA)

Sara Lee Introduces New Sara Lee Soft & Smooth Plus Made With DHA Omega-3 Bread

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Sara Lee North American Fresh Bakery today announced the expansion of its successful Soft & Smooth bread line with the introduction of its new Sara Lee� Soft & Smooth Plus breads Made with DHA Omega-3

Primera's LX900 Color Label Printer Is Now Shipping

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 07:58:00 GMT

Primera Technology, Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialty printers, recently announced its new LX900 Color Label Printer is now shipping

GoldPeg's New Mozzarella Cooker Stretcher With No Cook Water

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:12:00 GMT

GPiCS is GoldPeg's new innovative and flexible 'dry' cooker stretcher for mozzarella

User Manual: ALX 720 Print and Apply Machine

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:25:00 GMT

The 720 is a fully automatic print and apply machine. Handling is very easy and can be learned with a minimum of training. For operation, only a few adjustments are necessary. The machine is controlled by a microprocessor and because of its programmable functions it can be used in many applications.

Print and Apply

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:25:00 GMT

Food manufactures, like most others most manage a wide array of labeling requirements. Batch numbers, bar codes, date of manufacture, product descriptions; as the demands on product information are getting more complex and demanding, so is the need for fast and reliable print & apply systems that are able to do the job.

Operating Manual: ALX 92x Print and Apply Machine

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:25:00 GMT

The performance of the ALX 92x is the best the market has to offer! The ALX 92x supports printing in a 1:1 print mode, meaning labels are printed and dispensed simultaneously. This means they can be applied to the product directly. You can't go faster!

User Manual: ALS 306 / 309 Series Label Applicators

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:15:00 GMT

What machine can meet the high-level labeling demands of food manufacturers? What they need is a high-performer, a real workhorse with a substantial output and exceptional label dispensing accuracy that always positions the label in the correct place.

Label Applicators

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:15:00 GMT

Avery Dennison Printer Systems Division

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:19:00 GMT

Product Identification, Traceability and Supply Chain Logistics Experts

Case Study: Avery Dennison's Print And Apply Solution Reduces The Changeover Times On Production For The European Bakery Manufacturer Bakkersland By 90%

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:55:00 GMT

Bakkersland is a leading bakery business based in the Netherlands, producing and delivering thousands of fresh baked goods throughout Europe daily. Bakkersland operates around the clock, requiring total speed and accuracy throughout every stage of its production line. By Avery Dennison Printer Systems Division

Datasheet: Micro-Visco-Amylograph

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:27:00 GMT

The NEW Micro ViscoAmyloGraph� evaluates starch or flour samples at a fraction of the standard requirements without neglecting the need for accuracy and reliability.

Datasheet: Viscograph-E

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:23:00 GMT

The Viscograph�-E is the standard instrument worldwide for measuring the viscosity of starch and of products containing starch...

Datasheet: Consistometer Model E

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:18:00 GMT

The New Consistometer Model E utilizes high precision torque cell technology to measure the viscosity of Newtonian and non-Newtonian materials.

Datasheet: Farinograph�-E / Do-Corder

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:09:00 GMT

Traditionally, the instrument has been utilized as a means to measure the water absorption of flour and for determining the mixing properties of dough. The instrument has been fundamental in setting standards such as AACC 54-21, 115/1, and ISO 5530-1.

Application Note: More Possibilities With The World-Standard Farinograph

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:09:00 GMT

Cereals and bread based food systems consist of protein and starch, as well as water. The information and data gathered concerning function, functionality and interaction ability of these three components during mixing, ripening, heating (baking) and storage of the final product are vital in determining the base for constant product quality. Through the use of a Farinograph�, and following the protocol of AACC/ICC methods, information about the mixing stage of bread making water uptake, protein strength, and kneading performance can be obtained.

Datasheet: Single Screw Extruders

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:00:00 GMT

C.W. Brabender� Laboratory Extruders are built to meet rigid manufacturing standards. They must provide close test reproducibility in order to act as measuring heads to the Plasti-Corder� torque rheometer, a precision instrument.

Datasheet: ATR Plasti-Corder Torque Rheometer (Advanced Torque Rheometer)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:56:00 GMT

The ATR Plasti-Corder� computerized torque rheometer provides flexibility for either mixing or extrusion applications.

Datasheet: Intelli-Torque Plasti-Corder Torque Rheometer

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:51:00 GMT

The Intelli-Torque Plasti-Corder� is a torque rheometer that utilizes the latest developments in CAN Field Bus Technology.

Datasheet: Visco-Corder Model VC-E

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:45:00 GMT

The New Visco-Corder� Model VC-E utilizes high precision torque cell technology to measure the viscosity of Newtonian and non-Newtonian materials.

Datasheet: Stand-Alone TSE 20/40 - 20mm Clamshell Segmented Twin Screw Extruder

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:41:00 GMT

The Stand-alone TSE 20/40 Extruder is a self-contained twin-screw extrusion system. The self-reliable unit is equipped with a 12kW inverter drive. The advantage of the integrated motor, allows the system to reach a higher rotary speed (max. 1200 rpm) than a Twin Screw Extruder powered by a drive-unit. The design and persuasive features make the TSE 20/40 Extruder a perfect solution for laboratory applications.

Datasheet: Mini-Compounder TSE 12/36 - 12mm Clamshell Segmented Twin Screw Extruder

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:34:00 GMT

The Brabender� Mini-Compounder TSE 12/36 is a miniature co-rotating twin screw extruder with application to the chemical as well as the pharmaceutical industry for development of new products.

New Line Of Environmentally Friendly Gourmet Cutting Boards Introduced By Culmeta

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 06:03:00 GMT

Culmeta, a leading provider of gourmet kitchenware and housewares, today launched a new line of feature-driven cutting boards made from environmentally friendly materials. Developed for Culmeta by talented industrial designer Mark Trebicki, the high-end line combines functionality with contemporary aesthetics

Ready Meals Auction Used Food Machinery Sale Following Plant Closure

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 07:28:00 GMT

The auction live from the premises and broadcast worldwide on the www.bidspotter.com bidding portal, is expected to attract bidders from around the globe, interested in acquiring used food machinery at a fraction of the original purchase cost

Provo Craft Showcases Cricut Cake

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:48:00 GMT

Provo Craft today unveiled the newest innovation in its popular Cricut� Electronic Cutter line, Cricut CakeT.The new product was displayed at the Craft & Hobby Association Winter Convention and Tradeshow in Anaheim, Calif

Mokon Offers Heating/Chilling System In One Package

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:10:00 GMT

Mokon's Full Range process temperature control system offers a combination heating/chilling system in one convenient package. These units are ideal for applications including jacketed vessels, reactors, multiple-zone processes, laboratory, sanitary, food processing, chemical processing, and other processes that require both heating and chilling

Multivac Expands Nationwide Customer Service Network With New Regionally-Based Representatives

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:09:00 GMT

Multivac, Inc. has announced a bold new customer support initiative with the creation of an entirely new position within each of its sales territories. The company is currently developing a team of Customer Support Representatives (CSR's) to be located across the country

MasoSine Pumps Ideal For Chocolate Manufacturing

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 08:38:00 GMT

Watson-Marlow Pumps Group, a world-leading positive displacement pump manufacturer, announces that its line of MasoSine pumps are ideal for chocolate manufacturing thanks to gentle product handling, low-pulsation conveyance, product integrity, and cost-effective maintenance

Enhanced Pipeline Metal Detector With PowerPhasePRO Software And Interface To Be Showcased At Food Safety Summit 2010

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:24:00 GMT

Mettler-Toledo Safeline, the worldwide leader in metal detection and x-ray inspection equipment, introduces a PowerPhasePRO Pipeline metal detector for unmatched sensitivity to metal contaminants in pumped liquids, slurries and semi-solids.

AvidBiotics And Ecolab Working To Develop New Technology Targeting Food Safety In Meat

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 07:23:00 GMT

AvidBiotics Corp. and Ecolab Inc. today announced an agreement under which they will work to develop a new technology to dramatically reduce the presence of the dangerous pathogen E. coli O157:H7 in red meat products