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NORD showcases robust, reliable meat and poultry drive solutions at IPPE
Poultry and meat processing solutions from NORD include hygienic, compact gear units, reliable, high efficiency electric motors and intelligent electronic control products.
Ant-inspired e-nose promises to sniff out food freshness, disease
The device, called the “Ant-nose,” relies on antenna technology to create an artificial sense of smell that its developers suggest could potentially match or exceed both human and canine olfactory abilities.
This appliance makes coffee out of thin air
Kara Water’s technology reportedly converts humidity from the air into drinking water. The company suggests that the technology can produce about a gallon of water in a day.
Safe packaging materials for high-pressure food processing
HPP is a non-thermal food preservation method that uses extreme pressure, typically ranging from 100 to 600 megapascals (MPa), to inactivate microorganisms and pathogens in food.
Flexible manufacturing systems in beverage production
By incorporating FMS, beverage producers transform conventional lines into adaptable systems that handle a variety of products without extensive reconfiguration.
Vinny the vineyard robot will soon be picking grapes for wine production
The robot, aptly called ‘Vinny,’ is designed to help vineyard managers with labor shortages without sacrificing quality and attention to detail, its developers explained.
Scientists create a quick, touch-free method to detect bacteria in liquids
With the promise of easier diagnostic tests and greater food safety, the biogel test can reportedly be employed by untrained users to confirm contamination in fluids.
Far UVC light wipes out harmful fungi in cereals
The team sought to reduce fungal contamination in both maize and wheat because it can reportedly impact cereal market prices and result in revenue loss for farmers.
What we learned at Automation Fair 2024
All in all, it was a thrilling week at one of the leading events in the automation sector. And if it proved one thing, it's that there's always something new to learn in this quickly evolving industry.
Curtiss-Wright unveils new Exlar GTF food grade actuator
The electric actuator product now includes hygienic actuators with U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved materials and finishes.
New Age Industrial announces Leah Miller of Pro Reps West as winner of the NAFEM 2025 Custom Product Design Contest
The contest challenges foodservice industry professionals to design groundbreaking aluminum equipment solutions.
FPT Industrial to showcase sustainable and efficient solutions for the agriculture industry at EIMA 2024
Compact yet powerful engines for specialized equipment, natural gas-fueled solutions for a smooth energy transition and ePowertrain products extending the scope of electricity in modern farming will be showcased.
AZCO will showcase its new valve applicator machine at PACK EXPO 2024
The modular machine eliminates straws and fitments, advancing sustainability in food packaging.
Dynamic Conveyor introduces DynaClean S Series sanitary full washdown conveyor for food processing industry
Its design and construction ensure ease of sanitation and resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for environments where frequent and thorough cleaning is necessary.
Impact of traceability systems on food safety and supply chain transparency
In food safety, traceability is particularly important for quickly identifying the source of contamination, enabling swift corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
New agribot promises to cut costs, tackle labor shortages
The team explained that the prototype picks strawberries using its robotic arm, and it then weighs each strawberry before it places the fruit in its packaging.
New microchip promises to save spilled milk
Focusing specifically on milk the researchers have identified a source of this waste as occurring at the early stage of milk production.
Measuring pH in canned foods: Simplifying the process
Discover a specialized solution for accurately and easily overcoming challenges encountered in measuring the pH of canned foods.
Watch Purigo, the unmanned orchard spraying robot
This electric robot performs the same spraying tasks with only 15.1% of the power of conventional sprayers, consuming six times less energy than traditional systems.
Ensuring seafood freshness: The comprehensive pH measurement guide
The correct sensor can make all the difference in obtaining accurate and reliable pH measurements, which are crucial for maintaining the delicate balance that keeps seafood safe and flavorful.