Key Technology, Inc.    Walla Walla, WA 99362
Jan 26, 2012 Integrating Iso-Flo® dewatering shaker, Flo-Belt, and Manta® 2000 series sorter, Wet Spinach Sorting System can sort up to 5.5 tons of finished product/hr. On Manta, spinach leaves are inspected by fluorescence-sensing lasers and top- and bottom-mounted Vis/IR cameras, maximizing removal of foreign material and leaf defects. With stainless steel construction, watertight double gaskets on doors, and sealed control panel, Manta operates in harsh environments and withstands high-pressure washdowns.

Bosch Packaging Technology    New Richmond, WI 54017
Jan 25, 2012 Intended for chocolate manufacturers, Single-Wrap Die-Fold Package has airtight hermetic seals to maintain product freshness while protecting against insects and moisture. It also preserves original aromas and flavors while denying penetration by external scents. For symmetrical side and longitudinal seals, package is produced by Starpac 600 HL machine, which uses folding box to create all folds at once. It is tamperproof yet easily opened due to machine's application of tear-tape.

LPS Laboratories, Inc., An Illinois Tool Works Co.    Tucker, GA 30085-5052
Jan 24, 2012 LPS® NSF® H1 food grade lubricants are available in cans that incorporate DETEX(TM) technology, which makes all plastic components on aerosol cans metal detectable. Blue colored caps, actuators, and extension tubes signify DETEX(TM) components, which can help prevent food from being contaminated and assist food processing plants in meeting strict HACCP requirements.

Star Packaging Corp.    Atlanta, GA 30349
Jan 19, 2012 Suitable for virtually any flexible packaging application, 100% polyethylene TerraFLEX RP Pouches feature moisture barriers and can incorporate oxygen barrier to further protect content quality and freshness without affecting film clearness or compromising recycling stream. Pouches are available in matte and gloss finishes and can accommodate up to 10-color printing to maximize product's shelf-impact. Applications range from food and beverage to lawn care products.

Key Technology, Inc.    Walla Walla, WA 99362
Jan 16, 2012 Available in 1-, 2-, and 4-drum models, Auto Dryer removes water from fresh-cut produce gently and consistently to enhance product quality and extend shelf life while also enabling continuous line flow. System achieves smooth operation; controls, motor, and structure optimize dynamic operating condition. With automated and uninterrupted loading/unloading, dryer handles 1,100-3,000 lb of product per hour per drum. Settings can be stored in unit's PLC and recalled via color touchscreen.

Martin Thomas, Inc.    Barrington, RI 02806
Dec 05, 2011 Manufactured by cast film extrusion, Maxelast® D Series Grade D01-0421 is latex- and phthalate-free, non-toxic and odorless, and compliant with FDA food contact grade standards. Material softens and shapes to user's hands when worn. Weighing 0.09 oz per piece and available in thicknesses of 0.03-0.04 mm, gloves made from Maxelast TPE are suited for food service applications, emergency treatment, lab testing, and electronics manufacturing.

Flexaust Co., Inc., The    Warsaw, IN 46581
Nov 18, 2011 Suited for pneumatic conveying and powder processing applications in clean rooms, FlexStat® CR clear thermoplastic polyurethane hose features rigid white external ABS helix, smooth interior, and embedded copper grounding wire. FDA acceptable hose prevents static buildup to minimize potential for explosions. Available in 11 sizes from 1-8 in. ID with 0.040 in. thick wall, hose provides 10⁸-10¹⁰ W/sq surface resistivity and operates from -40 to 200°F.

James Dawson Enterprises (USA), Inc.    Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Nov 18, 2011 Utilizing 2-station rotating spindle to carry containers into sealing position at rate up to 25 cycles/min, SealMAX(TM) SC-1300 produces output of 1,500 pieces/hour in single head configuration. For smaller containers, dual head tooling can be designed so that with each machine cycle, 2 containers are sealed for output of 2,700 pieces/hr. Semi-automatic machine accommodates most standard tray sizes over wide range of depths, and can seal trays with multiple compartments.

James Dawson Enterprises (USA), Inc.    Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Nov 17, 2011 SealMAX CTS-168L is available with CTS-168L MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) system. During sealing process, airtight chamber is formed. All ambient air is removed from chamber and package and replaced with desired gas mixture. Sealing in that environment, with residual oxygen level as low as 0.1%, disparages bacteria and mold growth which in turn promotes shelf life. System can seal trays with multiple compartments, and dual head tooling is also available for smaller containers.

Kin-Tek Laboratories    LaMarque, TX 77568 4202
Nov 09, 2011 Used for analysis of hazardous air pollutants, Trace Source(TM) Permeation Tubes emit constant flow of vapor to dynamically blend low-pressure gas mixtures. Emission flow measurements are traceable to NIST through fundamental measurements such as weight change, and temperature. Concentration can be adjusted by adjusting dilution flow rate. Applications include formaldehyde, hydrazines, ethylene glycol, cresols, naphthalene, and 15 other compounds not available as cylinder mixtures.

J.E. Grote Company, Inc    Columbus, OH 43230
Nov 08, 2011 Featuring dual-lane, stainless steel design, Horizontal Bread Cutter handles virtually all types of sandwich breads and rolls. Cut height is adjustable from ½ to 1½ in. and is accomplished with mechanical hand wheel. In addition to 12 in. wide transfer belt, cutter includes independently driven upper feed belt to maintain positive pressure on each bread top during cutting process. Accuband® Band Blade System cuts with ½ in. wide band blades running continuously between 2 pulleys.

J.E. Grote Company, Inc    Columbus, OH 43230
Nov 08, 2011 For purpose of sanitation, 530E model features sloped and hermetically sealed framing as well as open frame design with all control electronics located outside main body. Additional features include solid nylube clevis on main crank arm, scalloped bearing bar support mounts, and curved thickness tray that removes without tools. Built to survive harsh wash down environments, system features clutchless cluster drive system (electric models only) and full 6 in. stroke capability.

Knoll America, Inc.    Madison Heights, MI 48071
Nov 01, 2011 Used for safe plasticizing and pumping of high-viscosity media in solid block form, Double Spindle Pump DSP is dry-run protected and wear resistant. System utilizes synchronized, contact-free spindles and is capable of pumping viscous food material up to 150 gpm and 150 psi depending on drive speed and media viscosity. Also included, quick-disconnect fitting facilitates and accelerates sanitary cleaning and inspection.

Focus Works, Inc.    Patchogue, NY 11772
Oct 21, 2011 Automating collection of food safety plant data from meters, PLC-based control systems, and plant-floor PCs, SQF-Sentinel enables plant management to create customized data dashboard to keep tabs on levels of various data points. Electronic notifications are automatically generated and sent to plant management in event monitored data points are outside of tolerance. With pre-formatted reports, historical data can be presented to auditors in meaningful format.

Amcor PET Packaging    Manchester, MI 48158
Oct 12, 2011 Suited for food products filled at temperatures up to 205°F, 24 oz round, wide mouth, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) jar weighs 51 g and mimics appearance of glass. Stock hot fill container features 4 horizontal ribs and stiff walls that resist vacuum as product cools in order to maintain jar shape. Performance Widemouth technology delivers panel-less design, and blow-trim technology ensures consistent finish dimensions as well as optimum closure performance and sealing integrity.

Michelman Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45236
Oct 04, 2011 Using advanced raw materials, Michem Coat 40Y is water, oil, and grease resistant with optimized release properties. Product is also hot melt and coldset gluable, and completely repulpable and recyclable. Compliant with FDA standards, Michem Coat 40Y is suited for food contact with items such as produce and other perishables, as well as general industrial and retail applications. Product can be applied smoothly on rod, blade, or roll coaters, either inline or offline.

F.R. Drake Company    Waynesboro, VA 22980
Sep 27, 2011 Capable of loading up to 600 pieces/min, Model LS-600 is designed for packaging lines operating at 1-1.5 tons/hour. Machine can handle variety of products up to 8 in. in length for bulk and retail packages. Four totally enclosed AC stainless steel motors drive equipment and withstand severe sanitation procedures used in RTE environments. Available with optional Drake BL-600 bag loading device, machine has completely guarded moving parts that can be disassembled and cleaned without tools.

Puritan Medical Products Co., LLC    Guilford, ME 04443
Sep 19, 2011 EnviroMax® and EnviroMax® Plus are dry and pre-moistened kits, respectively, with flexible handle shaft and 2 absorbent foam tip options. Tips have inner paddle structure that gets into tight crevices. Bright white in color, swabs and shafts facilitate visual detection of colorimetric changes that indicate positive results. Swabs come in tubes with leak-proof caps that block gasification and liquid spills. ESK Sampling Kit offers 3 swab tip material options and variety of fill solution choices.

Roberts PolyPro, Inc.    Charlotte, NC 28273
Sep 16, 2011 PolyPro single-station multipack bottle handle applicator applies high-density polyethylene (HDPE) carrying handles to 4, 6, 12, and 24 unit cases for most common bottle and jug sizes and material compositions. Bottle alignment technology ensures accurate placement of handle, and high capacity magazine allows for 45 minutes of operation without handle-loading intervention. Featuring durable powder-coat finish, machine can be ordered in either automatic or semi-automatic configuration.

Avery Dennison    Pasadena, CA 91103
Sep 15, 2011 Designed to thoroughly degas packaged coffee, Flexis(TM) Air for Coffee offers leak resistance, bonds securely, and can be pre-applied to packaging materials. Pre-oiled feature enables packagers to apply valves without adding oil. Featuring multi-layer structure for flexibility, 1-way valve can be applied using automatic label application systems and can be printed with logos and promotional messages.