BST are proud to be the original pioneers in metal detectable plastic technology and are the driving force in the UK combatting the issue of plastic contamination in food production worldwide. We specialise in metal detectable, x-ray visible, shatter resistant, and antimicrobial food safe products, utilised across all food sectors to reduce the risk of […]
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For many logistical reasons, ingredient lines and food SMEs are increasingly seeking compact, high performance, and energy efficient contaminant detection equipment. Catering to this trend, at FoodEx 2023, stand K41 Fortress Technology will showcase several of its small footprint solutions, intentionally designed to save processors valuable production space without compromising on metal detection sensitivity. Offering […]
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Having engineered some of the most reliable x-rays on the market, the newest in-line Raptor X-Ray, Pipeline X-Ray and Apollo machines from Fortress Technology Europe all deliver cleanability, supreme hygiene standards and food protection assurance in bucket loads. With not a loose wire or hanging cable in sight! Utilising the highest-spec food x-ray technologies, all […]
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At FoodEx 2023, Stand G100, JentonDimaco will showcase its latest Veri-VIEW software that checks food labels against robust source data before any food packs leave the factory floor. JentonDimaco will explain to visitors how this ‘belts & braces’ automated approach to label verification can accelerate the verification process, catch mis-labelled products early, enable product to […]
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Handling operations are now the most popular application for industrial robot purchases, representing 52% of UK installations in 2021[1]. But as well as speed and dexterity, today’s manufacturers are also looking to maintain rigorous hygiene standards when automating their handling applications. To this end, FANUC has launched two new ultra-hygienic additions to its renowned SCARA […]
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Frozen food distributor Central Foods has been awarded the BRC Agents and Brokers certificate for the sixth time – once again achieving the highest possible classification level. The company received Double AA accreditation, passing the audit first time. The good news follows hot on the heels of Central Foods once again being awarded a position […]
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Company invests £2m in Bicester site as it sees fourfold increase in demand Fresh Direct has reported a fourfold increase in production for its Fresh Kitchen brand, which produces a comprehensive range of sauces, pickles, slaws, marinades, relishes and desserts for the foodservice industry. As a result, the company has invested £2m at its Bicester […]
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Incorporating sustainability and provenance into branding has been key to changes being made at luxury drinking chocolate manufacturer Cocoa Canopy, with the help of compostable packaging provider Futamura. Consistent growth has seen the company move from hand-packing its products into film bags and selling at food and gift fairs, to a new film and automated […]
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The IMA ZERO project has yielded a ground-breaking innovation: the world’s first all-electric flow wrapper. By replacing energy-intensive pneumatic applications with highly efficient linear actuators on the new Delta WW OF-HSX, IMA ILAPAK’s engineers have succeeded in designing a flow wrapper that uses on average 37% less power than a conventional machine. Users of this […]
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Brillopak, a leading UK end-of-line retail crate loading specialist, has launched its new TrayPAKer, a high-speed robot-based packaging solution that also offers multi-material handling capabilities, making it ready for any material trend – now and in the future. The new TrayPAKer – the result of three years of extensive research and development – solves many […]
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