Scrutiny of hygienic processing practices in the frozen fruit and vegetable sector hasintensified, following several high-profile food contamination outbreaks. Bühler, a global leader in optical sorting technology for the removal of foreign material (FM)
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Whyte & Mackay, the global drinks brand company, is working with leading software vendor Ideagen to improve quality, safety and compliance management at its bottling operations. Ideagen’s Q-Pulse software has
Belgian pre-fried and frozen potato products manufacturer Agristo is teaming up with Egemin Automation for the third time in a row for the construction of a new, fully automated high-bay
Limerick Packaging has announced that it is now FSC accredited. “This was always going to be our next goal following ISO9001:2008 accreditation,” explains Sales Director, Mike Boland. “We have always
The Scottish Salmon Company has become the first salmon producer in the UK to secure full GGN licensing, an international consumer labelling scheme which guarantees the quality of production and
Maintaining excellent food safety standards in the hospitality industry is a major issue and left unchecked, it can cost companies thousands of pounds in fines. Financial repayments aside, the damage
In dairy industries it is vital that hygiene standards are kept to a very high standard. To do this, the choice of materials used in the construction of a dairy
By Stefan Blust, Business Manager Food & Beverage, Baumer The food and beverage industry is faced with continually rising quality standards, increasing cost pressure and strict hygienic regulations. As a
TASI TEST represents a new force in the packaging leak detection market by combining 3 top industry players, ALPS, Bonfiglioli and Sepha to provide an unrivalled range of solutions across
Improving safety practices and achieving a safer working environment is a priority for all the EU starch producers. Starch Europe has announced the winners of this year’s safety awards. In 2014,
FT-NIR spectroscopy allows a rapid and efficient analysis of the major parameters fat, protein, dry matter, and lactose as well as more specialized special parameters such as salt and pH.
Clada Group, based in Galway, has been named as the best food and drinks manufacturer in Ireland for Quality Management Systems at this year’s National Q Mark Awards. Founded in 1962
The Independent Craft Brewers of Ireland (ICBI) has launched the official ‘Independent Craft Beer of Ireland’ symbol. This symbol was launched to assist the consumer in seeking out genuine Irish
By Allan Bruun, Industry Manager, Dairy, Market Unit Food, Alfa Laval Are you looking for a self-priming pump that improves energy efficiency and reduces noise levels, as well as meeting
In response to the food and beverage industry’s changing needs, SKF has developed a comprehensive range of bearings meeting safety requirements, designed for reduced maintenance and long life in a
ASG Services – Labelling and Safety Solutions At ASG Services we have gained an excellent reputation for providing the most appropriate labelling and safety products to meet the specific requirements
Nestlé is investing SFr30 million (€27.6 million) in the Nestlé Quality Assurance Centre (NQAC) in Dublin, Ohio, US, improving its capacity to test products and ensuring they meet the highest standards. This
Here’s a thought – how much extra food can we produce if we optimize the production processes all the way from the harvest to the end consumer’s table? And how
FILTEC has introduced the AURAtec, a new pressure detection unit for glass beverage and aluminum can containers. The AURAtec is a laser-based inspection system that detects pressure inconsistencies in glass and
Misconceptions about how to freeze food safely are contributing to food waste in the UK, according to new research by the Food Standards Agency (FSA). The research identified a number
EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has assessed the impact of time and temperature on the growth of spoilage bacteria in fresh beef, pork, lamb and poultry. Its experts used predictive
Corrugated trays keep fruit fresher and safer than reusable plastic crates (RPCs) and can significantly reduce contamination from pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms, according to scientific research. The research by the
Labcell has supplied five Decagon Devices AquaLab 4TE water activity analysers to McVitie’s Cake Company for end-of-line quality assurance of
By Sandrine Tranchard Having access to safe and nutritious food is essential. Meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, shellfish, etc., contain
Restaurants with low food hygiene ratings are risking their survival, with 61% of consumers saying they’ll boycott such establishments, according
The food and drink industry can now access a range of guidance following moves by national trade body The British
TOMRA Sorting Food has announced the launch of its Russian language website, which will provide a dynamic online resource for
Irish group Dawn Meats has produced its billionth beef burger at its production site at Carroll’s Cross in Waterford, which
The quality of Belgium’s famous chocolate largely depends on the crystals that form during the hardening of the chocolate. Researchers
In food and drink factories, hygiene is an important factor when manufacturing, processing, packaging and distributing quality products. It is
The UK Food Standards Agency has published the latest results from its survey of campylobacter on fresh shop-bought chickens. The
Efficiency and safety under foot in a food factory is high priority when it comes to deciding a new floor.
SPX FLOW now offers a virtual reality experience for its customers to explore solutions in different industrial settings. Users can
Following a landmark High Court ruling, Leatherhead Food Research says that more sophisticated analysis is required for meat harvested using
Lancashire and Yorkshire-based catering wholesaler Total Foodservice has secured two internationally recognised health and safety accolades. For the sixth year
Country of origin labelling should be made mandatory for meat and milk, MEPs have reiterate once again in a non-binding
A strong traceability system for all fishery products sold in EU restaurants and shops would help to prevent cases of
Glycerol-based process contaminants found in palm oil, but also in other vegetable oils, margarines and some processed foods, raise potential
Rentokil has launched its latest innovation in pest management – the Rentokil Fly Box. Designed to be installed in or
Mettler-Toledo Safeline Ltd has been awarded a second Queen’s Award for Enterprise, this time in the Innovation category. The 2016
Leading temperature control specialist, ICS Cool Energy, has launched an important new development in food processing safety with the introduction
Steam is a well-known decontamination method with a wide range of utilization. Steam processes are generally considered as highly cost-effective,
The European Commission has adopted a proposal for a Directive which aims at improving the working conditions for workers in
Poultry producers are facing new challenges all the time. Key current issues are hygiene, food safety, sustainability and satisfying ever
A new 3-year Innovation Partnership programme in food quality and safety has been launched at University College Dublin (UCD). The €1.7
Global technology equipment supplier to the food processing industry, JBT will be launching its latest spiral freezer on Stand A20
3M applies science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily. With $30 billion in sales, 3M’s 90,000 employees connect with
With food and beverage exports having doubled over the past decade, Jim Hardisty, MD of Goplasticpallets.com, provides examples of hygiene
The food industry has very high standards for the production and transport of foods. As IBCs are commonly used at
Flowcrete UK is taking its expertise on how to create floors that meet the highest food safety standards to several
In food production it is vital that the correct flooring is chosen for maximum safety and efficiency around the workplace.
Leading product recall expert solicitors, Roythornes, estimate the Mars crisis could cost the firm millions. Mars reportedly ordered a full recall
Following the discovery of a small piece of red plastic in a SNICKERS® bar purchased in Germany, Mars has made
The Partner Logistics cold storage facility in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, has been successfully re-accredited with the British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) Global
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