In the aftermath of crisis, businesses and their communities lean on each other to navigate the long road to recovery. Even in areas where extreme weather events are an expected annual occurrence, things can turn quickly, leaving entire towns stranded or without access to crucial infrastructure.
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Multi point automation for food grade lubrication
Lubrication is the lifeblood of industrial manufacturing environments. Without high-grade, reliable lubricant products, components like chains and bearings have significantly reduced wear resistance, and end up costing businesses far more in the long run. According to John Knight, Lubrication Systems product manager at Alemlube, premature component failure can almost always be put down to poor lubrication practices.
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Aussie made, Aussie grade
When operating on agricultural land, it is important to prioritise services and supply designed for our unique and often unpredictable landscapes. So often, Australian farmers are left disappointed with the quality of imported consumables such as tractor lubricants. This was the case for Peter Vicary in the 1980s, when he and his sons, Ben and Andrew, founded Gulf Western Oil.
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Shell sowing the seeds of sustainability in farming
By 2050, the world’s population is expected to grow by 2 billion more people,¹ and with that the food production sector will experience a 60 per cent increase in demand for adequate food products such as meat, dairy, and vegetables to accommodate this growth.²
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Food safe bearings save local snacks
From meat pies, to lamingtons, to fairy bread – it’s no secret that Australians love their snacks. Australia is home to a few iconic homegrown snack brands with the industry peaking in demand last year at an annual revenue of more than 4.2 million AUD, according to Statista.
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Exclusive access to Timken’s new Poly-round housing units
Gates POSICLEAN belts are saving water in food processing plants
Gates has carved a legacy in Australian manufacturing by offering application-specific belt solutions and pushing the boundaries of material science. Optimising belt designs for a range of intense durability requirements takes meticulous attention to surface texture, degree of stretch, coating and application methods.
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CRC gives the green light for food grade plastics
With ever-tightening health and safety regulations being implemented across the food and beverage industry, production sites require close monitoring and consistently reliable products without fuss. Companies must ensure they are in compliance with HACCP, ISO and NSF H1 standards at all times, keeping up to date documentation of chemical use in a holistic, cost-effective way.
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Chill out knowing Bonfiglioli has you covered
When it comes to food handling and production, time is a valuable resource. If managed poorly, it can lead to both output delays and product loss due to non-compliance with health regulations.
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National abattoir company switches to Timken SNT Plummer Blocks
A food production line consists of many moving parts, each with their own set of complex maintenance requirements. Holding it all together is the backbone of industrial equipment – bearings. With such a vast array of bearing options available on the market, compiling an inventory that is interchangeable and compatible across every corner of the site can be extremely difficult.
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Victoria’s premium lamb producers go global
The Victorian state government is backing local lamb producers to strengthen international exports to new and established markets while supporting jobs.
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LOCTITE bonds with an instant classic
Industrial maintenance requires fast and firm adhesion of substrates and materials such as plastics, metals, and rubber. The advent of instant adhesive allowed for quick bonding between two surfaces—ready to use in three minutes and continuing to strengthen with time achieving optimal strength within 24 hours of application.
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Dairy manufacturer gets its bearings
Harvesting the macadamia boom in Bundaberg
The macadamia is finally getting its moment in the sun. Australian macadamia growers have been experiencing bumper crops in recent years, with annual production quantities reaching more than 50,000 tonnes in 2021, according to the Australian Macadamia Society.1
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Fine filtration, from grape to glass
Whether it’s an acclaimed Shiraz from the lush coastal climates of McClaren Vale; a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from the rolling hills of the Riverina Region; or a cool Sparkling Wine from Tamar Valley—3M Purification understands the importance of the purification process for creating award-winning Australian wines.
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Safe passage from keg or cask to glass
The food and beverage industry in Australia is subject to regulations that align with ANSI requirements and promote acceptance by USDA and FDA regulatory authorities. “Beverage producers such as wineries and breweries must ensure that the pump and valve equipment on site are in accordance with hygienic standards and guidelines and do not compromise the quality of their product,” says Michael Rowe.
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BSC helps Hawkes Vegetables scrub up nicely
For the Hawkes family, vegetables aren’t small potatoes. In fact, potatoes play a pivotal role in their Victorian farm and produce business located in Boneo on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula.
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Premium hydraulic oils age like fine wine
In the last two years, the Australian harvest has seen the end of a long drought season, bouncing back with buoyancy, with incentives from the government boosting sales of agricultural equipment to accommodate the demands of high yields.
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Grape expectations: A niche belt solution for winemakers
Winemakers can agree that grape selection is an important part of producing quality wine and requires a delicate sorting process.
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A refined approach to concrete chemistry
As a valuable commodity, the sugar industry generates around $4 billion for the Australian economy every year.
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