Monomaterials that can be 100 percent recycled place special demands on the heating systems required for the thermoforming process. GEA PowerHeat makes using these materials easier and safer without sacrificing performance.
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has successfully completed an energy saving project for Orleplast, a leading packaging manufacturer based in Brazil. With the initial goal of achieving greater productivity, Orleplast took the opportunity to invest in more efficient equipment for its site, turning to the experts at WEG’s Energy Efficiency Business Centre for support.
Stäubli has traditionally focused on product innovations at the annual automatica trade fair, but this year the company has adopted a different approach. The robot maker will be showcasing its “Easy-to-Use” concept, designed to offer customers a complete package of benefits throughout all phases of a robot’s lifecycle.
Precision engineered roller chain specialist, Tsubaki, is presenting its range of long life, durable chains for the packaging industry at the Hispack exhibition, Barcelona, 24-27 May.
With IFFA just around the corner and our team eagerly awaiting the show, we are pleased to be able to give you a sneak peek of what we will be displaying.
In the food processing industry, attaining optimal performance for production lines saves both time and money. For a smooth production flow, implementing modular transport systems to deliver batch sizes of one may be the best way forward. For plant managers who are willing to innovate, Alan Smith, Beckhoff UK’s transport system expert outlines the growing trend of small batch production and how XPlanar can be applied to food production applications to make for efficient batch size one production.
We do this by producing automated, data-driven and robotic fish processing solutions that ensure food safety, eliminate food waste and provide complete traceability. Our wide range of equipment is built for processors of all sizes, from single-skill units for specific processes such as weighing, cutting and bone removal to complete solutions such as grading, filleting, portion-cutting and slicing lines.
Given the high speeds with which poultry processing occurs today, it is crucial to have a firm grip on every single product that is transported via the overhead conveyor. Products that drop from the line, for example, in corner bends, where the speed is even higher, are immediately harming profitability and hygiene. Marel redesigned its evisceration shackle as well as its viscera pack shackle to meet the strictest requirements.
At this year's IFFA in Frankfurt, GEA will be presenting its new digital solutions. These digital tools will be on display at GEA’s booth on a 24-meter-long production line for sliced meat including new packaging technology. Highlights include a user-oriented control interface for lines, a tool for remote monitoring of machine condition and a digital line control platform (GEA LineControl), which automatizes production processes.