German fluid management company, Lutz-Jesco, has announced a new stepper motor powered pump, which allows for more efficient and controlled chemical dosing.

Flexicon's new Pneumati-con Pharmaceutical Grade Filter Receiver features design elements that allow operators to readily change and inspect filter cartridges, and sanitise the interior.

Swiss technology group Bühler has partnered with Canadian packaging equipment manufacturer Premier Tech and launched the Chronos OMP-2090 B, a fully automatic bagging station.

Germany whisky company, Dresdner Whisky, has installed a Ziemann dynamic mash filtration system and grist mill that are “fundamentally different from conventional process technology”.

Network hardware company TP-Link has announced the release of a new bridge kit that offers five kilometres of range to extend wireless network connectivity.

Brazilian producer, De Marchi, says its investment in a Tomra 5B sorting machine to automate its production line has increased productivity by 30 per cent.

The collaborative robot market is forecast to grow dramatically between now and 2030. Andrew Quayle, founder and managing director of Cobot, was determined to develop a turnkey, Australian made robotic palletiser for the local market. He speaks to Kim Berry. 

TNA solutions has released the new conti cut hydro cutting system, with ‘switcher’ technology, which it unveiled at Anuga FoodTec 2024. The company says the hydro cutting system can easily deliver against the industry’s highest output capacity.

TNA says it helped UK-based Burton’s Biscuits to double packaging speeds and assure quality with a new installation enabling improved production efficiency, increased output, and reduced waste.

In food manufacturing, efficiency and precision are paramount. Massel Australia recently partnered with machinery supplier Nupac to solve a challenge requiring an innovative solution.

Snack bar and wholefood ball manufacturer Tasti Products Limited has chosen the platform Plex by Rockwell Automation, as its new integrated smart manufacturing and business process solution.

Robotics and automation company, RMGroup, has recently installed an FPK-26 form, fill and seal bagging and palletising solution to enhance packaging efficiency and safety at a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) manufacturer, US-based Chase Corporation.

By investing in the modernisation of its filling and packaging equipment at its Carlsberg Brewery in Northampton, Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) is making its operations more sustainable.

Abascragh Distillery has been named home to the world’s first carbon neutral whiskeys. The distillery, based in a 200 year old former brick mill, uses Oilon heat pumps, which use all waste heat.

Key Technology worked with dehydrated fruit processor, Zarecki, to integrate a vibratory conveyor system with five Impulse shakers that could handle a wide variety of fruits. 

Global automation leader, SMC Corporation Australia New Zealand (ANZ), says its JBS Angle Valve Series is a good choice for steam, air and water applications in a wide range of industries such as water management, diary, food & beverage and other process controls.