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Hyperspectral imaging inspection of rigid plastic packaging

September 24, 2021

HyperScope™ is a new system for in-line verification of the integrity of hermetically sealed rigid plastic packaging containing food.

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Reduce common foodborne illness risks

Here’s a quick checklist to make sure you’re on track

John Hanlin PhD

September 23, 2021

We’ve all seen the statistics. There are an estimated 48 million cases of foodborne illnesses in the U.S. each year, with 120,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths.

Freezing equipment in hot demand

David Hallifax

September 23, 2021

Frozen food sales have rocketed in the United States over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, with a corresponding boost for equipment makers estimated to be worth millions of dollars in extra orders. Past experience has shown that the frozen food sector will continue this spectacular growth in the future as it has done since frozen green peas and fish fingers hit supermarket shelves in the 1950s.

FDA selects winners for low- or no-cost food traceability challenge

Kristen Kazarian

September 20, 2021

FDA has announced the 12 winners of the FDA New Era of Smarter Food Safety Low- or No-Cost Tech-Enabled Traceability Challenge. There were 90 submissions from June 1, 2021 until the submission window closed on July 30, 2021.

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Container food dryer for food and pet food

September 20, 2021

The Nyle Container Food Dryer features a dehumidification unit, air handling equipment and touch screen controls for a fully controlled climate within the re-engineered shipping container.

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Continuous Dispersion Mixer

September 20, 2021

The Scott Turbon CDM (Continuous Dispersion Mixer) makes powder incorporation and dispersion dramatically more efficient.

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Leak-Free Connector for Overs Container

September 17, 2021

BFM fittings provide a simple and sanitary way to connect a sifter to an overs container. The flexible fitting snaps in and out of place in seconds, no tools required.

A Fresh Look at Produce Safety

Produce safety still relies on three basic concepts: Keep it clean, keep it cold and move it quickly

Richard F. Stier

September 8, 2021

Fresh fruits and vegetables have been part of humankind’s diet for millennia. This started with the hunter-gatherers and has progressed through to today where crops are grown and eaten fresh all over the world.

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Metal detector with multi-simultaneous frequency

September 6, 2021

The INTUITY metal detector sets the standard in metal detection for international quality standards such as IFS or BRC.

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FDA hosts New Era of Smarter Food Safety Summit on E-Commerce

Public meeting will discuss the safety of foods sold online and delivered directly to consumers

Sharon Spielman

September 3, 2021

The FDA announces its New Era of Smarter Food Safety Summit on E-Commerce: Ensuring the Safety of Foods Ordered Online and Delivered Directly to Consumers, which will take place virtually October 19-21, 2021.