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Axon offers the Aurora series of inline mandrel-style shrink film applicators

January 21, 2013

Axon, powered by Pro Mach, offers the Aurora series of in-line mandrel-style shrink film applicators with stainless steel frame options in 304 grade for wet-filling rooms and 316 grade for increased corrosion resistance.

Ultrafiltration element lines from Koch Membrane Systems

January 21, 2013

The HFK-131 and HFK-328 ultrafiltration element lines from Koch Membrane Systems can be used to concentrate milk prior to the cheese-making process.

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SIG Combibloc invests in extrusion line in Brazil plant

The company reported 60% growth in 2012. The packaging plant will help meet demand.

January 21, 2013

SIG Combibloc said this month that it has begun work on the second stage of a plant expansion in Parana state, Brazil. An investment of more than 36 million Euros (100 million Brazilian reais) to install an extrusion line will make allow the company to laminate unprocessed cardboard on-site for the aseptic carton packs.

Invensys Operations Management releases Wonderware MES 4.0 software

January 20, 2013

Invensys Operations Management has released Wonderware MES 4.0 software, offering manufacturing operations capabilities within the Invensys InFusion Enterprise Control System and Wonderware System Platform.

A-B-C’s Model 206 packs cartons or bottles, single or multipacks

January 20, 2013

A-B-C’s Model 206 packs cartons or bottles, single or multipacks into full height, half height, or end-panel display trays or RSC cases at speeds up to 30 trays per minute.

Karl Schnell introduces latest generation of its Process Automat FC2-400

January 20, 2013

Karl Schnell introduced the latest generation of its Process Automat FC2-400 Type 144 for the production of viscous processed and cream cheese products.

Osgood Industries introduces new UltraClean Plus

January 19, 2013

Osgood Industries introduced new UltraClean Plus. UltraClean Fillers integrate a hygienic low-profile base and state-of-the-art Vaprox H202 and UV technology, making it possible to extend the shelf life of refrigerated food products.

Columbia Machine introduces a high-speed, floor-level hybrid palletizer

January 19, 2013

Columbia Machine introduced the FL3000-R, a high-speed, floor-level hybrid palletizer featuring Columbia’s R-Factor technology.

Making the case for fiber in dairy foods

Americans do not consume enough fiber. Are added fibers in dairy foods an acceptable way to help consumers meet dietary fiber recommendations?

Karen Giles-Smith MS, RD

January 19, 2013

All fibers fit — including isolated and synthesized/modified fibers. That’s the conclusion of the Institute of Medicine, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the World Health Organization/Food and Agricultural Organization of the United States (CODEX).

The balancing act in making process cheese

When sodium salts are reduced in a cheese product, the pH and moisture content should be adjusted as well.

John A. Lucey Ph.D., Director, Center for Dairy Research

January 19, 2013

The topic of sodium reduction in dairy products continues to garner attention within the dairy industry, whether it is focused on the possible health benefits of a low-sodium product or the safety risks that can come with lower salt levels.