Industrial Newsroom - Food Processing & Preparation

Digital Probe Thermometer is NSF certified.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:28 -0500

Equipped with 1.5 x 0.5 in. LCD display, FlashCheck® Jumbo Display Model 11000-N is suited for quality control temperature checking of food and non-food items. Unit features IP56-rated waterproofing and small diameter probe for measuring temperature of thin masses of food such as hamburger patties and fish fillets. In addition to being RoHS-compliant and NIST traceable, thermometer is compliant with U.S. Public Health Service Food Code 4-203 and HACCP requirements.

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Food Films are suited for extreme temperature ranges.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:32:48 -0500

Apex 9000 VF (Vertical Film) series combines heat resistance and sealability for food packaging and processing foods, liquids, and powders while maintaining shelf life. Available in 5 standard films with 3 to 6 mil gauge, films feature flavor and aroma barriers, which are required to maintain organoleptic properties of spices, dry mixes, and flavorings, and suit frozen storage to reheating in boiling water applications.

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Food Sorter features 79 in. wide scan area.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:53:17 -0500

Designed for sanitation, Manta(TM) uses hi-res scanning to detect and remove defects and foreign material from up to 60,000 lb of processed vegetables/fruit per hour. System is network-ready and can be configured with up to 8 top-mounted color or Vis/IR cameras and up to 2 top-mounted FluoRaptor(TM) fluorescence-sensing lasers. Bottom-mounted sensors are also available, and modularity allows in-field reconfiguration. Design supports on-belt viewing as well as off-belt, in-air viewing.

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Press Wash complies with CA Rule 1171 VOC regulations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 07:30:49 -0500

Featuring flashpoint of 221°F, LO-VO Wash CA-100 press wash has VOC content of less than 100 g/L. Water miscible product does not contain acetone, is formulated for sheetfed and web printers that require solid cleaning power, and can be used both manually and in automatic blanket wash units. Tower 250 WA rinse agent is added at 5% to water reservoir, and is non-flammable and VOC free.

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Fat Analysis X-Ray System meets AMI sanitary standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:35:49 -0500

Including 2 in-line versions for bulk and boxed meat inspection, 6 ft Eagle(TM) FA 720 utilizes DEXA technology which enables real-time scanning of both meat and poultry for foreign objects and meat composition. It performs inspection/processing of up to 160 tons/hr of fresh or frozen meat for lean content to within ±1 cl. System also includes rejection device to remove foreign objects from production, 45 sec automatic calibration, and batching/blending control functions.

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Vacuum Shrink Bag facilitates pegboard merchandising.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:45:17 -0500

Featuring hole in header, Cryovac® HangPak multi-layered bag enables retailers to merchandise vacuum packaged cheeses and processed meats in retail pegboard display cases. It offers secure sealing, mechanical resistance, and clarity. Puncture-proof product is available in plain and printed options with up to 10 colors, and ranges in size from 2½-6 in. wide and from 6½-18 in. long.

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Cafeteria Serving System has modular components.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 07:48:51 -0500

Modular Director's Choice® units are available with VIP (Visual In Place) system, which lets foodservice operators highlight menu offerings and helps reduce line waiting time by spreading customers across serving area. Comprised of pylons, signage, and lighting components, VIP system provides everything needed to turn serving unit into branded station. Signage, configurable to various shapes and sizes, can be produced in styles such as backlit panels, neon, or laminated millwork.

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Benchtop Homogenizer features digital speed control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:43:00 -0500

Available in 4 models ranging from ¾ to 1¾ hp, BT Series benchtop homogenizer can process sample volumes varying from 5 mL to 40 L at tip speeds up to 60 m/sec, depending on tooling selection. Featuring quick connect generator design and tight rotor-stator clearances, unit is offered with variety of sealed chamber assemblies to safely contain hazardous samples. Generator deflector head facilitates sample movement for large volume and high viscosity formulations.

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Tester detects leaks in pouches and flexible packaging.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 07:46:03 -0500

Designed for package integrity testing of filled and sealed food pouches, retort pouches, and pharmaceutical and medical pouches, VeriPac 225 Leak Tester comes with flexible bladder that eliminates any stress on pouch seal during testing cycle. Different size pouches can be placed into testing drawer simultaneously and tested in one test cycle. Unit utilizes ASTM approved vacuum decay leak test method (F2338-05) recognized by FDA as consensus standard for package integrity testing.

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Transport Holding Cabinets have all-aluminum construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 07:48:37 -0500

NSF-, UL-, and CUL-approved Panco® transport holding cabinets are suited for heating, proofing, and heating/proofing processes. Units feature exterior-accessible controls, digital display, and adjustable thermostatic temperature/humidity control. They can be offered with removable or fixed tray slides and variety of door combinations including those with see-through windows. Capable of holding foods at temperatures up to 200°F, bottom-mounted power pack carries 2,000 W heating capacity.

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Handheld PDA monitors HACCP compliance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 07:41:24 -0500

In addition to taking product temperature readings, IntelliCheck(TM) aids in managing and deploying HACCP inspection programs for Food Service Industry. Integrated corrective action system sends operators alerts and reminders to ensure problems are fixed as soon as they are detected. In addition to single-button functionality and automatic data upload to central server, PDA utilizes IntelliProbe(TM) Bluetooth Wireless Temperature Probe with iButton(TM) reader at its base.

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Blast Chiller is designed for small, low-volume kitchens.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 07:39:05 -0500

Model FXBC10 has 10 kg capacity and can blast chill product from 70ºC to 3ºC within 90 min to maintain food quality and ensure HACCP food safety law compliance. Chiller enables left-over food from hot servery counter to be quickly and safely chilled for later use with complete confidence in its quality and safety. Suited for restaurateurs, hoteliers, and publicans, it also aids in advance food preparation by chilling larger batches for later use.

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Ultrasonic Spray Coater targets food R&D.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 07:49:22 -0500

Intended for food manufacturers, Universal Food Coater features 6 independently controlled, non-clogging ultrasonic atomizing nozzles, which enable complete 360° coverage of food target. Variable width, variable speed conveyor allows flexibility for testing independently and/or in-line with other manufacturing equipment. Coater can provide anti-microbial protection of baked goods, produce, dairy, and meat products, as well as application of nutriceuticals, herbal extracts, and natural flavors.

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Pasteurization Unit performs process development testing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:45:38 -0500

PEF (Pulsed Electric Field) Pasteurization Lab Unit is non-thermal, all solid-state system that passes juices and liquefied dairy products through chamber and subjects them to brief pulses of high voltage, resulting in greater than 5 log kill. Featuring 300 L/hr capacity with 25 kV, 25 kW power levels, unit lets research laboratories conduct range of process development studies. It is scalable to production environments with up 10,000 L/hr throughput.

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Homogenization Laboratory performs material analysis.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 07:44:25 -0500

Process Test Laboratory solves particle size reduction challenges by using wet-mix process systems for high- and low-shear mixing of emulsions and dispersions. Able to be scaled-up to any production requirements, system provides complete product testing for purpose of manufacturing specific products that require precise homogenization. In-line dynamic wet mixers or colloid mills are employed to match application for particle size reduction, deagglomeration, and blending needs.

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Deaeration System targets beverage packaging lines.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 07:36:36 -0500

Designed to achieve ultra-low dissolved oxygen levels, GasTran Deaeration System minimizes foaming to speed filling while providing consistent carbonation levels. System can be configured to use either vacuum or stripping gas such as CO2 or nitrogen, achieving levels of dissolved oxygen below 2 parts/billion without use of membranes or chemicals.

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Washing System suits large volume containers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 07:47:32 -0500

Model VBW-1000 washing and sanitizing system is used for washing containers such as 400 and 600 lb vats that are utilized in meat and poultry industry. Machine lifts and inverts containers into wash/rinse chamber, and then returns them to floor after cleaning. System is designed to conserve water, energy, and labor while reducing incidence of injury associated with manual washing of heavy containers.

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Water Purifying Pitcher offers portable, anytime use.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 07:49:51 -0500

SteriPure removes harmful impurities and destroys bacteria while improving overall water taste and quality. Certified by Water Quality Association for Gold Seal, portable product incorporates microprocessor and is available with optional solar panel that promotes anytime, anywhere use. Water quality, measured by sensor, is displayed on multicolor LED of this travel water purifier that completely destroys all microbes present.

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Wireless Temperature Reader targets food service industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 07:46:47 -0500

Handheld IntelliCheck(TM) PDA is used to take product temperature readings as well as manage and deploy HACCP inspection programs for Food Service Industry. System includes integrated corrective action system that ensures operators fix problems as soon as they are detected. Bluetooth-enabled IntelliProbe(TM) Wireless Temperature Probe features iButton(TM) reader at base for reading iButton data tags. All data is automatically uploaded to central server.

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Mixing Unit includes high shear homogenizer.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 07:39:25 -0500

Suited for mixing, dispersion, and homogenizing systems, Quadro Mixing Unit with Serendip HSH features rotor tip speeds up to 197 ft/s under vacuum processing conditions. Unit delivers no cavitation due to processing staging and has gentle pumping discharge using low-shear force. Typical applications include toothpaste, creams/lotions, adhesives, hair gels/mousses, antacids, sauces/syrups, liquid hand soap, and car polishes/waxes.

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