Sorter and compact spiral freezer automate poultry processing
An automated visual system for sorting parts and a spiral freezer that saves on space are two of the latest products on the market for the poultry processors.
Archives for February 7, 2006
UK regulator publishes draft law on plastic packaging
Draft regulations to implement the EU's new law on food contact materials, relaxing limits on the migration from packaging into food of some epoxies.
New oat variety boasts high cholesterol-lowering beta-glucan levels
A new oat variety containing high levels of cholesterol-lowering beta-glucan has been developed, meaning that food manufacturers could soon offer whole oat products that pack the same health benefits as ordinary oats into smaller portions.
Nestlé moves to dodge Middle East boycotts
Nestlé, the world's biggest food firm, has taken out adverts in Saudi Arabia to refute rumours that two of its dairy products are Danish, as unlucky Arla Foods continues to suffer from 'those cartoons'.
EU proposes sugar quota cut to prevent serious oversupply
EU sugar quotas will have to be cut for the 2006/07 marketing year to prevent a serious oversupply, says the Commission.
Viscosity monitor provides a measure of the mix
An automated system for measuring viscosity allows plant workers to operate a control system for in-line or in-tank processes.