Bühler’s Pasta and Noodles business unit had been hearing from pasta makers facing the dilemma of getting pasta perfect. Sensors helped solve the problem.
It is estimated that electric motors account for 45 per cent of global electricity demand. That’s not surprising when you consider that they’re used to drive everything from pumps and fans to compressors in industries as varied as industrial, commercial, agricultural and transport.
Sensors can help ensure that automated processes are working correctly, provide feedback on production and improve quality control efforts. But food processors have to be sure that they understand what they need to do to get the most out of their sensing technology.
Surgital has been packaging its ravioli products with a Schubert system since 2005. The company is steadily growing and needed a new packaging machine to extend its capacity.
The Hawk OptioLaser S200 distance/level sensor can be used for blocked chute detection, barrier detection, machine detection, stockpile monitoring and point level measurement.
While fixed-location, on-line near-IR moisture sensors have been used for some time in several industries, a portable device lets you make spot checks in processes to see where problems are occurring.