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Sustainability

Better processing to reduce food waste streams

Processors can uncover hidden value in recovering waste

August 13, 2018

The world faces a food waste epidemic. Approximately one-third of the food supply produced for human consumption worldwide is lost or wasted.

Portable devices grab moisture measurements anywhere

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.

Wayne Labs

February 4, 2018

A near-infrared (or NIR) handheld moisture meter can help locate a problem in your process without physically touching your product.

New Plant Products

AZCO 5D SUR-PAK desiccant dispenser

January 16, 2018

The AZCO 5D SUR-PAK desiccant dispenser runs products from all manufacturers.

Dry Processing Technology

Dryers from Witte

December 15, 2017

Witte vibrating fluid bed dryers eliminate the need for a dedicated gluten-free drying system.

Technology Sourcebook

Oil-free screw compressors from Kaeser

October 13, 2017

Kaeser i.HOC CSG-2 and DSG-2 fixed- and variable-speed, oil-free rotary screw compressors are available with i.HOC dryers.

Technology Sourcebook

Maxum Maxumizer air knives

October 9, 2017

Used for blow-off and drying applications, Maxum Maxumizer air knives feature a tear drop design, stainless steel construction and multiple integrated mounting positions.

Tech Update: Drying Equipment

Energy efficiency, controls offer processors better drying options

Drying equipment advances offer better control, energy efficiency.

Casey Laughman

August 18, 2017

Energy efficiency and automated controls offer processors more choices in drying operations.

Dry Processing Technology

American Custom Drying food-grade spray dryer

June 15, 2017

The American Custom Drying food-grade spray Dryer 5 is designed for specialty ingredients, such as flavors, colors, proteins and oil encapsulation.

Technology Sourcebook

Witte vibrating dewatering screens

April 18, 2017

Witte vibrating dewatering screens remove excess moisture from saturated materials to allow fast drying downstream in a fluid bed dryer.

Technology Sourcebook

Witte vibrating fluid bed dryers/coolers

December 9, 2016

Witte vibrating fluid bed dryers and coolers feature a narrow slot, wedge wire conveying surface for uniform air distribution and maximum heat transfer.