Under major government-grant research program, the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC) develops a rapid slice shear force test method to objectively determine the quality of red meat using the TA-1 textural analyser from AMETEK with a wide range of jigs and fixtures. The new test method is easy to implement and can be improved for widespread … Continue reading New test method for meat quality with TA-1 textural analyser →

New, frequently changing packaging designs and the trend towards individualized marketing campaigns present companies with several challenges: smaller and smaller lots have to be produced, and increasingly frequent production changes have to be carried out quickly and efficiently. The provision of fast machines alone is not enough to achieve all this; what is also required … Continue reading Assembly solution 4.0: Efficiency in production with smaller lot sizes →

A lamb processing facility in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand  that was experiencing severe carryback on a conveyor in their lamb processing room has found a way to not only streamline the process, but save money, too.

Despite being a crucial component of so many industrial applications, pumps are renowned for breaking down, resulting in disturbances to production and costly repairs. This white paper discusses the three most common causes of pump failure in industrial applications and offers solutions that specifically address these problems. It details how improving the efficiency of a … Continue reading Go with the flow: Common causes of industrial pump failure and best practice solutions →

The healthy functioning of machinery is at the core of all industries. While maintenance is essential, the approach to maintenance is evolving to become more efficient. It’s not just about downtime, but the costs involved if parts are replaced at the wrong time, which can happen with scheduled maintenance. With the intelligent sensor technology and … Continue reading Real-time maintenance: The bridge to predictive maintenance →

In an evolving world where efficiency and speed are at the forefront of industrial production, factories are looking to smarter, flexible technology to improve their outputs. The healthy functioning of machinery is at the core of any food and beverage operation. Intelligent sensors with 3D technology enable machines to perceive their environment with human-like vision, giving … Continue reading 3D intelligent sensors: adding dimension to your machines →

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A pressure transmitter is used to measure pressure in gases, vapours or liquids. Used in thousands of everyday applications, pressure transmitters are an essential aspect of many industrial processes. Pressure is an expression of the force required to stop a fluid from expanding, as a result transmitters are commonly used as a means to warn … Continue reading Handling the pressure with VEGA’s latest transmitter series →

Despite being a crucial component of so many industrial applications, pumps are renowned for breaking down, resulting in disturbances to production and costly repairs. This white paper discusses the three most common causes of pump failure in industrial applications and offers solutions that specifically address these problems. It details how improving the efficiency of a … Continue reading Go with the flow: Common causes of industrial pump failure and best practice solutions →

They are two words that cause controversy whenever they are said out loud or read in print – climate change. While most people agree that it is happening, where controversy arises is where the blame lies. While there is plenty of literature around on who or what is the cause of climate change, to those … Continue reading How climate change could change the face of Australian agriculture →

For the food industry, pressure measurement is often made under high-temperature conditions, especially when cleaning or sterilising the processing equipment. The 35XHT piezoresistive pressure transmitter from KELLER is specifically designed with an oil-filled capillary as a cooling medium to allow the sensor to operate at high media temperature up to 300 degrees Celsius. The sensor is … Continue reading High-temperature pressure monitoring systems →

Are you struggling to manage your workforce and their needs? Our essential guide to choosing the right time & attendance system for you gives even the largest and most complex organisations the tools needed to ensure full workforce visibility, productivity and compliance. Did you know:  On average, employees lose 6.6 days of annual leave a … Continue reading Manage your workforce’s time and attendance efficiently →

Under major government-grant research program, the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC) develops a rapid slice shear force test method to objectively determine the quality of red meat using the TA-1 textural analyzer from AMETEK with a wide range of jigs and fixtures. The new test method is easy to implement and can be improved for widespread … Continue reading New test method for meat quality with TA-1 textural analyser →

Under major government-grant research program, the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC) develops a rapid slice shear force test method to objectively determine the quality of red meat using textural analyser from AMETEK with various jigs and fixtures. Preliminary tests showed marginally better results in comparison to the traditional Warner-Bratzler (WB) method in correlation with taste panels … Continue reading Rapid slice shear force test for testing quality of meat →

With demand increasing in almost every industry, as well as increasingly stringent regulatory guidance, laws and codes of practice and guidance, it’s now more important than ever to ensure the most productive and efficient operation. To download the white paper, fill out the form below.

Do you have problems with gaps between conveyor belts? Are you making home-made transfer plates and finding them ineffective as a solution? Download the paper below to find out how an engineered solution can help your site operate more efficiently.  

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The manufacturing industry is on the verge of a fourth industrial revolution, driven by the rise in automation and digitally driven processes. Also known as Industry 4.0, this new era will see the intelligent interlinking of production systems to increase efficiency, productivity and support industry growth. But why is another industrial revolution necessary? For many … Continue reading Flexible automation: The solution to meeting manufacturing’s modern challenges →

Allergens pose a health risk, with up to 5% of the world’s population affected. Food allergen detection and quantification of proteins and protein residues is essential for safety and food labelling purposes. Allergen testing is commonly carried out using ELISA and PCR techniques. Some food preparation processes results in allergens such as eggs and milk … Continue reading Itching to learn about allergens? →

With demand increasing in almost every industry, as well as increasingly stringent regulatory guidance, laws and codes of practice and guidance, it’s now more important than ever to ensure the most productive and efficient operation. To download the white paper, fill out the form below.