Block dicer chops carbon footprint
German manufacturer Magurit has launched its new Dicecut 502 block dicer for the production of cubes and strips from frozen blocks of foodstuff.
Archives for June 30, 2010
Resin floor surfaces that beat the bugs
An anti-microbial, polyurethane resin flooring system designed for heavy-duty usage that has durable hygienic freshness has been launched by Resin Surfaces.
Scottish firm is leader of venison and game pack
Venison and game processor Highland Game has propelled itself to the UK's number one position in that market with the acquisition of Rick Bestwick, based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
Special relationship: Newly Wed Foods acquires Witwood Food Products
US firm Newly Weds Foods has acquired UK-based ingredients manufacturer and coating specialist Witwood Food Products for an undisclosed sum.
New guidance keeps shelf-life testing simple
Simplified guidance has been developed to help manufacturers assess their products' shelf-life.
Animal welfare is a priority for today’s caring consumer
New research has found that animal welfare is Britain's number one food concern, with as many as four in 10 (40%) consumers worried about the issue, according to Mintel.
Bakkavör faces strike threat as pay talks falter
Chilled food giant Bakkavör has become the latest food manufacturer to become embroiled in a pay dispute that threatens to spill over into industrial action.
Stromboli wort boiler throws up major energy savings for brewers
It's possible to brew first-class beers without using vast amounts of energy.
CADWorx 2010 plant design now compatible with AutoCAD 2011
CADWorx 2010, the latest version of Intergraph's computer-aided process plant design system for smaller projects, is now compatible with the latest version of AutoCAD, AutoCAD 2011.
All-round winners for lollipop makers
Totally spherical ball lollipops can now be produced by sweet makers, thanks to the latest innovations in lollipop depositing from Baker Perkins.
High output, variety and versatility at an affordable price
The AEW Delford Polyslicer 1000 from Marel UK is a compact, versatile and easy-to-use machine with extraordinary capabilities.
The proof is in efficient Christmas pudding
Northern Foods' Matthew Walker Christmas pudding factory has completed an asset care programme with MCP Consulting and Training, that has allowed it to improve equipment effectiveness and prevent contamination.
FSA: We have ‘turned the tide’ on UK salt consumption
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has “turned the tide” on UK salt consumption and delivered one of the most effective diet-related campaigns in history despite its limited funds, its boss has claimed.
Danone: We axed Shape satiety yogurt because of the taste
Danone finally ditched its Shape Feel Fuller for Longer yogurt because it could not get the taste right, but insists it still believes there is a market for products promoting satiety.
Robots on hand at Thorntons
Flexibility and speed are the main benefits of a new Schubert automated packaging line chosen by confectionery maker Thorntons to pack a wide variety of its assorted chocolates.
Hive of activity boosts honey production
Jam, marmalade and honey maker Duerr's has called in automation and control systems specialist Denca Controls to facilitate its honey processing line.
Fast fix sweetens gear repair at British Sugar, Wissington
When a crown wheel in a worm gear drive failed because of overloading on a crucial conveyor belt at British Sugar's Wissington plant in King's Lynn, Siemens Industry's Mechanical Handling Division sweetened the bad news by supplying and fitting a new...
Rotary knife cutter gives minimum waste
A new rotary knife cutter from Munson Machinery in the US delivers controlled end-product sizes with minimum waste at ultra-high rates.
City: Sugar sale gives Tate & Lyle firepower to develop £500m added value ingredients business
The proceeds from Tate & Lyle's sale of its EU sugar business should give bosses the firepower to develop an added-value food ingredients business of at least £500m, according to City analysts.