Trends in blow moulding technology

TECHNICAL developments and changing market trends influence blow moulding technology. This is most evident in the food and packaging sectors which influence plastics applications. Bekum is one of the pioneers in blow moulding equipment. Its CEO, Andreas Kandt, who assumed his post in 2013, speaks about the company, the business, and the Asian market.

Do-it-all analysers for packaged meat

THE MULTIFUNCTION FA3 series from Eagle Product Inspection addresses manufacturers' demand for equipment that can analyse in-line fat and moisture of fresh and frozen meat products, as well as detect contaminants and measure weight simultaneously. The high-performance equipment which went on display for the first time at interpack 2014, speeds up throughput as it performs these functions for bulk flow and carton meat.

Slicing solutions for the ready-cut market

FOR THOSE looking to invest in automated slicing and tray feeding solutions, the German company Treiff, has a number of equipment for portion cutting, slicing and dicing meat, poultry, and other food products such as cheese and vegetables. Machines also integrate into an automated production line for uninterrupted flow from preparation to chilling.

Dairy aseptic filling lines highlight food safety

EMPHASIS on technological innovations is cementing Serac's position as an expert in aseptic filling solutions for highly sensitive products. Matching strict food safety requirements, the company has installed two dairy aseptic lines for bottling low-acid pH products such as milks and nutritional dairy drinks. The lines have been redesigned to match the demands of the company's customers – two leading brands in the premium dairy market.

Smart bracelet monitors real-time health of elderly

The smart wearable device measures the elderly’s pulse, temperature, and movement, and uploads the data on the cloud for remote monitoring by health care personnel  

World’s smallest MEMS-based magnetic reed sensor launched

Coto Technology releases the RedRock™ RR100 for medical device applications

Patent expiries to drive growth in Japan’s generic drug market

As more patents of first-generation biopharmaceutical expire through to 2019, TechNavio says there are more opportunities for Japanese drug makers

U.S. FDA warns on beauty products violations

Cosmetics making drug claims and beauty device purporting to treat medical conditions violate Food & Drug regulations, says U.S. federal agency

California’s dairy farmers seek to correct pricing disparity

The top three dairy cooperatives in California recently filed a proposal to provide consistent regulation across the US  

PolyOne, Schneider Electric partner on BipBop program

The collaborative project aims to provide affordable and sustainable light and power.

FEMCO ignites integration project engine for users

Being a machine tool manufacturer with profound history in Taiwan, FEMCO evolves since the beginning to now.

Successful Moscow fairs testament to Russian market strength

The huge supplier and visitor turnout at both trade events mirrors continued confidence in Russia’s plastics, rubber, packaging, and process technology market