ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom - Food Processing & Preparation

Hygienic Cryogenic Tunnel Freezer accelerates IQF process.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:36:55 -0500

CRYOWAVE(TM) helps processors who freeze IQF (individual quick freezing) items such as pizza toppings, diced poultry, shrimp, pasta, or fruit increase capacity as well as maintain product quality and yield. Combining CRYOLINE hygienic tunnel platform with controllable vibrating system, dual-function freezer uses liquid nitrogen or CO2 to rapidly crust freeze. Even when running at peak capacity (15,000 lb/hr), freezer retains 99.5% of food product.

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Popcorn Popper is suited for fire and police stations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:33:28 -0500

Providing snacks for employees during downtime or serving at station-hosted events, T-3000 Plus pops 240 single-ounce servings per hour. Construction includes corrosion-resistant stainless steel or nickel-plated, all-steel kettle and tempered safety glass that can be etched with station logo. Single-push One-Pop button option heats kettle, pops corn, and shuts off after one cycle. Other options include salt/sweet switch and cycle counter.

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Air Curtain is designed for restaurant drive-through windows.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:34:31 -0500

Drive-Thru Air Curtain, at 6 x 7½ in. and 20 lb, includes mounting bracket hardware compatible with all manufactured drive-thru window brands. Plugging into 120 V, 15 A receptacle, unit features spring-loaded reusable aluminum-weave air filter system that removes without tools. It also includes on/off rocker switch and 1/20th hp motor. Both 150 cfm or 225 cfm airflow volume/velocity models provide protection from outdoor conditions and prevent insect infiltration.

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Fruit and Vegetable Wash is formulated with GRAS ingredients.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 08:34:10 -0500

Liquid fruit and vegetable wash is safe to store and handle and is formulated with generally recognized as safe (GRAS) ingredients. Environmentally friendly citric acid formulation removes wax, dirt, soil, and residues that are not removed by simply rinsing with water, allowing produce to be cleaned quickly and safely without sacrificing quality. Wash is effective on all fresh produce, does not require rinsing, and will not affect taste, color, or aroma of treated produce.

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Portion Classifiers handle poultry products.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 28 May 2009 08:33:17 -0500

Designed for in-motion sizing and distribution of poultry items, 9 in. AccuSizer(TM) Portion Classifiers handle breast filets, wings, drums, thighs, whole legs, and other smaller food portions weighing less than 2 lb and shorter than 10 in. Units incorporate tubeless frame, IP69K-rated touchscreen interface with graphical displays, and quick-release hopper and chute designs. Operators can size up to 180 portions/min, with tolerance of +1.0 g at one standard deviation.

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Automatic Crepe Machine makes 180-360 crepes/hr.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 27 May 2009 08:37:51 -0500

With GXL, cooks can make crepes with varying thickness and doneness, using all kinds of mixes including wheat and buckwheat flours, and flours free of preservatives, artificial colors and GMOs. User can select from 14 in. dia, one crepe at a time, or 8 in. dia, 2 crepes at a time options. GXL features digital heat control, electronic timer, 4 L batter container, cast-iron rotor to reproduce traditional crepe-cooking method, and can stack 35 to 40 crepes without any handling.

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Freezer provides portion control of frozen ingredients.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 19 May 2009 08:32:20 -0500

Designed to produce formed-shapes of sauces, purees, soups, and other liquid food products, CRYOLINE® PE Freezer works by filling cavities in conveyor pre-cooled by liquid nitrogen. Extremely low temperature of conveyor belt rapidly freezes liquid into shape of cavity, stabilizing product before it is released. Suited for food processors, freezer eliminates need for extra bags in ready-to-eat meals, and allows exact measuring of sauce in food products, minimizing waste.

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Seal Tester comes in multi-lane and row configurations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:30:50 -0500

Testing packs of fresh produce/meat on line, Jenton Autotester detects leaking packs at source and allows for product removal and repacking, reducing loss of product. It is suited for any standard gas-flush thermoformer where packs contain headspace, and features intuitive color touch-screen display for operator control. Sound packs are converged into single lane for following metal detection, check-weighing, and pricing systems.

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Flume Wash is designed for fresh-cut produce.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:29:51 -0500

Suited for small to medium-large processors producing variety of products such as shredded, chopped, and whole leaf lettuce, cabbage, and baby spinach, Flume Wash gently removes heavy debris, silt, grubs, and floating contaminates. It handles up to 3,000 kg of leafy product or 7,000 kg of fruits or vegetables/hr. Featuring self-cleaning parabolic filter, heavy-duty pump motor, Iso-Flo® dewatering shaker, and Allen-Bradley controls, unit can achieve single, double, or triple wash.

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Data Logger monitors cooking and cool-down of meat products.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:32:49 -0500

Featuring rugged flexible piercing probe, RFOT wireless data logger records temperature and transmits it to computer for real-time monitoring of cooking and cool-down of meat products. Probe temperature range is -50 to +200°C and operating range is -30 to +100°C. Device is splashproof (IP67) and withstands wash down cycles. Software includes cooling flags function that automatically highlights FSIS Appendix B cool-down temperatures and calculates cool-down duration.

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Packets and Dispenser help keep food fresher longer.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:30:24 -0500

FreshPax® System combines FreshPaxoxygen scavenger packets in spooled form with high-speed dispensing equipment to offer food manufacturers sorbent solution that extends shelf life of food products. Composed of food-grade materials, oxygen scavenging packets reduce oxygen levels inside sealed packaging to less than 0.01% to protect packaged foods against spoilage, rancidity, and mold growth while maintaining color, flavor, and texture.

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Profiler assesses baking ingredients for quality control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:31:33 -0500

Mixolab Profiler offers research, quality control, and testing functions for baking ingredients analysis and complete measurement of dough performance, including effects of protein, starch, fat, fiber, enzymes, and interactions between each of these elements. Approved to ICC 173, device allows assignable profiles to set limits of acceptability, suggesting modifications if flour does not meet required parameters. Standard values are reported in Farinograph Units for traceability of results.

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Bulk Pasteurization Systems utilize RF heating technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:35:43 -0500

Available in conveyorized or batch configurations, Macrowave(TM) Pasteurization System uses high-frequency electric field to effectively control pathogens. Material to be treated is conveyed through high-frequency electrode array, where alternating electrical energy causes material to heat rapidly and uniformly throughout product thickness. Systems operate at 40 MHz and deliver instant-on, instant-off operation that wastes no energy drawn from grid.

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Size Reduction Machine is designed for food applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:27:38 -0500

Chunk and Bit Gran-U-Lizer(TM) is designed with roll corrugations that reduce granola, cookies, biscuits, and other dry products - in one pass and with minimal production of fines (dust) - to ideal size for inclusion in ice cream, yogurt, and other mix products. Designed for high-change-over operations, roller-style solution can be disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled in less than 10 min. Typical capacities range from 200-4,000 lb/hr, depending on grind size setting.

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Compostable Bakeware helps bakeries go green.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:41:10 -0500

Made from renewable starch materials, Renew-a-Pak(TM) biodegradable trays and pans enable producers to bake, ship, and serve in environmentally responsible manner without changing existing recipes or daily operations. Products meet bakery performance requirements, including being dual ovenable, fully microwavable, and able to maintain structural rigidity in freezing temperatures as well as those up to 420ºF. They biodegrade in 40 days outdoors and have indoor shelf life of many years.

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Receiving/Inspection Platform meets needs of wineries.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:45:23 -0500

Constructed of stainless steel, Grape Receiving and Inspection Platform (GRIP) receives entire contents of fruit bin and meters out even flow of grape clusters for inspection without bridging or plugging. Able to handle up to 10 tons of product/hr with adjustable speed control, hopper and vibratory shaker solution presents uniform layer of product to facilitate spotting and removing undesirable fruit and field debris.

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Automatic Weighing Solution efficiently handles fresh meat.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:39:47 -0500

Used for weighing and packing applications, Screw Feed multihead weighers allow fully automated handling of fresh, sticky products that cannot be moved by feeder vibration. Two versions are available, both with circular multihead weigher layout and rotating corkscrews. With top speed of 80 wpm, one model features 3 L, stepper motor driven, anti-stick metal hoppers. Second version has 1.5 L, pneumatic driven, plastic scraper hoppers and 60 wpm max speed.

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Shear Pumps can be cleaned and sanitized in place.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 07:25:29 -0500

Targeting food and beverage industry, ShearFX Series features 4 different models ranging from 10-75 hp with capacities up to 250 gpm. Multiple tooling styles are available, allowing balance between shear energy and pumping efficiency. Design of pump and tooling offer ease of installation and maintenance while meeting stringent hygienic standards for being CIP-able and SIP-able. Various other options are available including selection of motors, controls, and portable bases.

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Sanitary Colloid Mills have 10-10,000 gph throughput.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:45:29 -0500

Compliant with 3A, USDA, and FDA standards, Z-Series Sanitary Wet Mixing Machines are designed for precise particle size and biomass size reduction of fruits, vegetables, and other foodstuffs from pulpy slurry to smooth, homogeneous viscosities. Suitable for in-line processing and featuring 316 SS construction, they employ abrasion-resistant milling head that features standard rotor and stator which can be modified to meet specific customer requirements.

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Frozen Food Granulizer has wash-down construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:33:47 -0500

Model IMD 900 Frozen Food Gran-U-Lizer(TM) reduces friable and frozen products to narrow particle size distributions with minimal generation of unwanted fines. No-impact grinding method imparts low energy to ground product, preventing resultant heat generation and corresponding contamination/microbial issues. With full access for easy cleaning, unit is designed and manufactured to GMP standards.

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