Robot picker stacks mixed pallets
A new stacking robot can create custom pallets of mixed products using order building software.
Archives for October 8, 2006
Symrise explores cheaper alternatives in bitter-maskers
Scientists at Symrise have reported the potential of benzyl amides as potential bitter-masking compounds for food and drink, research that may lead to cheaper alternatives for food scientists and formulators.
Weekly Comment
Is a trans fat ban a healthy solution?
Sometimes I just love eating fatty, greasy, unquestionably hazardous foods. But I don't like trans fats, that come as a by-product in some processed foods, and have been linked to high cholesterol and heart problems.
Barry Callebaut joins forces to improve cocoa capabilities
Chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut has joined forces with NIZO food research to investigate the solubility of cocoa powder.
Isolator barrier uses air stream to protect aseptic filling
A new isolator that uses air circulation as a barrier to protect the aseptic filling of milk andother drinks allows non-stop production for up to three days, its manufacturer claims.
ADM strengthens position in global malt market
ADM's purchase of French firm Lesaffre's 50 per cent interest in International Malting Company (IMC) strengthens the ingredient giant's position in the global malt business.
Easy to clean chocolate machine cuts hygiene risks
New chocolate moulding equipment which can be cleaned quickly and easily has been developed by British firm Spooner Vicars, targetting manufacturers wary of hygiene considerations.