Archives for August 31, 2016

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Ishida makes X-ray a focal point

By Rick Pendrous

Models from Ishida Europe’s newly-launched X-ray range will form the centrepiece of the company’s stand at the show, which will also showcase the company’s abilities in multi-head weighing, tray sealing and checkweighing.

Tulip boss replaced as fortunes slide

By Rick Pendrous

Steve Francis has been appointed the new ceo of meat processor Tulip by its parent Danish Crown, replacing Chris Thomas with effect from September 5.

Unapproved fork lift changes could invalidate warranties

By Rick Pendrous

Fork lift truck users have been warned by the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) against making unauthorised modifications or repairs to trucks that could invalidate rental contracts and manufacturer warranties, leaving users to foot any repair bills.

Grocery regulator: ‘I am dependent on suppliers’

By Noli Dinkovski

The woman in charge of regulating the relationship between retailers and suppliers says she is “totally dependent” on food and drink firms telling her about unfair practices.

Contaminated ingredients lead EU food safety alerts

By Rick Pendrous

High levels of mercury in fish, aflatoxins – a type of mould – in nuts, and salmonella in fruit and vegetables, were among the most notified food safety risks last year across the EU, according to the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) 2015...

PPMA Total Show 2016 preview

Packaging roll handling equipment on show

By Rick Pendrous

Supplier of converting, packaging and printing equipment Jarshire will demonstrate handling equipment from Dotec. The highlight will be the new Dotec roll handler quick change concept.