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Moisture-free packaging
Appleton has introduced MoistureBloc for Ream Wrap, a completely repulpable and 100-percent recyclable ream wrap developed for environmentally friendly paper-based products. The company claims that the product offers excellent moisture...
Fluid handling system tested
Pursuit Dynamics claims that its fluid handling system is able to reduce cooking times for sauces by up to 95 per cent and clean-down time between batches by 80 per...
Traceability laws a force of good, says KPMG
Greater traceability in the food chain is a political issue that could add significantly to manufacturers' expenses and even claim some casualties. But the industry should still benefit in the...
Food x-ray technology from afar
Technology that allows real-time x-ray inspection imaging has been developed. Manufacturer Cintex says that the reason the modifications made to its range of MIACS software is so innovative is because...
A revolution in traceability
A new IT system pioneered in the States will give food manufacturers enhanced traceability, food quality, security and efficiency, according to developer Arrowsight. FoodProductionDaily.com talked to company CEO Adam Aronson...
Demanding traceability in the supply chain
A new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) programme designed to improve efficiencies in consumer demand chain management is about to be launched in the US. The technology is still in the...
Pay attention to engineers
Wermer Bauer, executive vice president of technology, processing and R&D at Nestlé, has urged food manufacturers to recognise the link between sound engineering and strong financial performance. He also told...
Coating process could revolutionise food packaging
A nano-composite coating process to improve food packaging has been developed. This innovation, which is designed to interact with food to reduce oxygen levels or add flavourings and preservatives, could...
Food production couples up with RFID
US-based Colder Products Company (CPC), a manufacturer of fluid couplings used in various food processing applications, is to use RFID tagging across a range of its products. The company believes...
Metro falls foul of RFID backlash
Metro, the German retail group, is one of the main supporters of new retail developments in Europe, but it appears that its enthusiasm for the advantages that technology can bring...
Using tomato waste in food production
Recent EU research suggests that tomato waste is full of untapped, nutritious goodness, and could be used in further food production rather than just thrown away. Every year, around 4...
Job losses at Tyson
The decision by meat processing giant Tyson to consolidate two poultry manufacturing operations in Mississippi represents yet more upheaval for America's meat processing industry. The firm's decision, which follows a...
EU recycling regime challenged
A bitter row has broken out in the UK over new EU regulations regarding the recycling of packaging. Local authorities believe that industry should pay for the necessary upgrade of...
A breakthrough in radio identification?
Trolley Scan has developed and put into production what it claims is the most sensitive passive single chip UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) system ever developed. The system allows manufacturers...
End of the line improvements
End-of-line equipment specialist Wrapid Packaging Systems is launching the Compacta Trend, an updated budget automatic packaging machine that the company claims offers substantial cost savings over traditional chamber and semi-automatic...
Improving packaging efficiency
Technology group 3M has combined its packaging expertise with Microsoft products to develop and deliver what it believes is the first available integrated packaging management solution. The Integrated Packaging Tool...
High freight costs hit food market
A squeezed supply of refrigerated shipping containers in the US has caused shipping rates to rise 10 per cent to 25 per cent since last spring, helping to push up...
Quality assurance for packaging and labelling
Israeli firm Advanced Vision Technology (AVT) has introduced a number of innovative features for its PrintVision range of inspection solutions. The firm believes that this will further consolidate its position...
Poland gets more time
As processors in Poland and other accession countries race to comply with EU food safety regulations, the EU Commission has said that it will be prepared to further extend deadlines...
New innovations in meat processing
This year's Foodex Meatex exhibition - which the organisers believe could be the most successful yet - promises to showcase the latest innovations in meat processing. A quick look at...
Dutch tighten animal feed laws
Dutch agriculture authorities have substantially reduced the number of authorised animal feed ingredients available to feed producers. Feed companies must now operate in accordance with the code of good manufacturing...
RFID in the snack supply chain
Supply chain management is becoming increasingly important in efficient food production. A pilot project developed by Microsoft Business Solutions and KiMs, a Danish snack manufacturer, is a good example of...
Mandatory animal ID system proposed
Lawmakers in the US have proposed a mandatory livestock identification system to combat outbreaks of food borne disease such as mad cow or foot and mouth disease. The system would...
RFID comes of age
It is a sign of the times that a new Radio Frequency Identification pavilion, or RFID pavilion, will feature at this year's Pack Expo event in Chicago. This reflects the...
Bottling goes hi-tech
Food manufacturers on both sides of the Atlantic will soon be obliged by law to keep detailed records of the supply chain. As a result, more and more bottling and...
