Chinese iron and steel enterprises’ gross profits up 39.9% in Jan-Sept

In January-September this year, the aggregate gross profit of the Chinese iron and steel industry amounted to RMB 127 billion, up 39.9% y-o-y.

Dual plenum vs single plenum technology

AIR is the sole vehicle for moisture removal within convection dryers. But if it’s not applied with precise control, the texture, taste, quality and safety of a snack product will be in question. Uneven drying or roasting due to improper airflow not only impacts the physical properties of a product, but also has financial implications when considering lost revenue due to food spoilage, decreased yields, and inefficient energy use.

Tangshan Steel exports 528,900 mt of longs in Jan-Oct

In January-October this year, Chinese steelmaker Tangshan Iron and Steel Co. exported 528,900 mt of long steel products.

Sequential numbered detectable tags improve control

The Detectamet ID tag allows small traces of label and tag fragments to be detected and rejected during the food production process. By using them in a food factory the risk of food contamination is much reduced.

HSBC China final manufacturing PMI hits seven-month high in October

The HSBC purchasing managers' index (PMI) for China rose to a final reading of 50.9 in October from 50.2 in September.

MWCS 2013 welcomes visitors, decision makers in Shanghai!

About 110,000 visitors in various industrial fields, including over 10,000 decision makers of various enterprises are expected to arrive in Shanghai in the next couple of days. The “Tech to you” division on the site provides a professional industry planning platform and a small-size job fair, while “Ringier Forum” bursts out industrial hot issues and bring forth more inspirations.

Hygienic conveyors for fruits and chips

Innovations on Key Technology’s conveyors focus on food safety and reduced maintenance cost

Stronger, bio-based packaging

New film materials will improve performance and aesthetic of future food packaging

Health is key driver of production

The largest market for food and drink, Asia Pacific represents more than 40% of the world’s retail sales. Its growing preoccupation with health and wellness is a major influence on product development.

Salvagnini launches two products at MWCS 2013

Salvagnini brings two products at the MWCS 2013 show. The P1 Panel Bender was first launched in Europe by the end of last year, while the L5 fiber laser is exhibited in the Chinese market for the first time, Wilson Xiao, general manager of Salvagnini China said.

MAC develops game-changing brushes

MAC Cosmetics is about to release what may be one of its most noted launches yet: a category-shaking collection of custom designed brushes.

A new drink experience

drinksplus technology opens up new branding possibilities, including raising the healthy profile of beverages