The January 2022 issue of FOOD ENGINEERING features strategies for foreign matter detection, evolving conveyors, pest management, blockchain technology, and much more.
When it comes to foreign material detection in a food facility, different processes require different detection methods and equipment. There are several types of systems that can help detect foreign matter in a food process, among which are metal detectors, X-ray units and magnets.
At a glance, it might seem that most conveyors are doing their job as long as they shuttle items from one point to another. However, a number of other elements must be present for a conveyor to be efficient and productive in a food-processing environment, like hygienic design, cleanability, versatility, updated technology and more.
While there have been many success stories, blockchain technologies are still developing, so producers and processors will need to examine their needs carefully
Blockchain providers are working hard to gain the acceptance of food and beverage processors—no matter their size, and standard datasets like GS1 are helping to define the rules for consistent information handling.
The United Nations estimates that the global demand for water will increase 20% to 30% by 2050 to meet the food needs of a projected population of 9.8 billion.
A recording of the public meeting “Closer to Zero Action Plan: Impacts of Toxic Element Exposure and Nutrition at Different Crucial Developmental Stages” is now available on the FDA’s meeting page.
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) beverage can manufacturer and aluminum can sheet producer members are committing to achieving ambitious U.S. recycling rate targets including a 70% recycling rate by 2030.
Sonic may be more known for its drive-in burger joints but now the restaurant is focusing on moving its hard seltzer products into new markets with a new slim can format.
George Dickel, a Diageo brand, and Social Hour, the craft canned cocktail brand, have teamed up to launch an autumn-inspired craft cocktail. Both brands teamed up to release a new premium prepared offering—the Harvest Whiskey Sour.
One of the most significant and powerful statements in all of the United States collection of food regulations may be found in 21 CFR Part 113: “Thermally Processed Low-Acid Foods Packaged in Hermetically Sealed Containers.” The regulation clearly states that processes must be established by a “competent process authority.”
When the UK-based pre-fried and frozen potato producer Agristo was looking to expand its production, they turned to Ajax Equipment—a company that had supplied the first three mixers at the potato plant.
It’s no surprise that alternative meat products are popping up everywhere these days. In fact, they have grown so much that Ernst & Young data predicts alternative meat could see 40% market share by volume by 2040 in the United States.
Tate & Lyle PLC, a global provider of food and beverage solutions and ingredients, revealed six key trends that are shaping consumer product innovation in the food and beverage market.
Part of the company’s RSA 500 family, the encoder is made of stainless steel, grade 1.4404, and can be obtained with a custom assembly built to withstand aggressive liquids.
SAGE UMT is a wireless, handheld steam trap tester, designed to eliminate human error and allow any steam trap technician to perform surveys quickly and accurately on a regular basis.
Designed to be efficient and flexible, the five-axis PL80 robot is suitable for a range of palletizing applications, order picking and other logistical tasks for end-of-line or distribution automation.
The Optyma Control AK-RC 251 is designed for safety, protection and ease of installation in walk-in coolers and freezers for upgrades to existing walk-ins as well as new installations.
Suitable for machine designs involving food and other applications that require clean, non-contact connection between motor and shafts, the mechanically isolated magnetic coupling transmits torque through the air.
The M30 R-Series GC is designed to identify contaminants in a range of food manufacturing applications, with SENSE software that extends intelligent control across the system.
The meTRON 07 CI coil with bulk sense kit is a tunnel-style metal detector designed to handle large bags of dry bulk products, such as flour, sugar and rice.