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Safer, smarter F&B production with unbreakable pH Sensors

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:23:00 +1100

pH measurement is essential for process quality, efficiency and safety. Traditional glass sensors were reliable but fragile and required frequent cleaning and calibration, limiting their use in food and beverage production.

Learn about breakthrough, unbreakable pH sensors that enable in-line measurement for the highest safety standards. Discover how to improve your process control, product quality and yield, while using standard sanitisation methods — no costly retractable equipment required.

How to unlock greater efficiency and cut costs in your operations

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:57:00 +1100

The hidden costs of using legacy ERP systems in manufacturing can be substantial and far-reaching. It is crucial for manufacturing companies to evaluate their current ERP systems and consider the potential benefits of upgrading to a modern solution.

In this eBook, learn about the various hidden costs that are involved. Discover how to transition to a modern ERP system to improve your operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance innovation and stay competitive in an ever-evolving market.

Smarter utility processes powering sustainable dairies

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:55:00 +1100

Learn about intelligent water solutions and pumping systems for dairies that drive savings and efficiency in supply, distribution, temperature control, cleaning, treatment and disinfection.

Discover how optimised pump systems boost sustainability in dairies through better water reuse, lower energy use, and science-based carbon reductions.

Smarter QC that safeguards your F&B business

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:52:00 +1100

Quality Control (QC) in food and beverage production is more critical today than ever before. To be successful in today’s modern environment, you need complete confidence in the products you release, in order to protect your consumers’ health and maintain loyalty with your brand.

Learn about the latest innovations for quality control in food and beverage production. Discover how to avoid customer complaints, protect your business and streamline operations.

How to minimise your foodborne disease risks

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:48:00 +1100

Disease outbreaks from microbial contamination endanger public health and can severely damage a food producer’s brand and business.

This white paper explores the impacts of outbreaks, outlines current ANZ food safety standards with real examples, highlights manufacturer challenges, and offers guidance on workflows and testing solutions to help prevent them.

Game changer for food and beverage exporters: next-gen automated loading

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:39:00 +1100

If you’re transporting premium Australian meat, wine or fresh produce, chances are your loading dock is working harder than it should — and costing you more than you realise.

This white paper reveals how leading manufacturers are automating container loading with one-shot solutions that:

·Cut loading time by up to 80%

·Protect cold chain integrity

·Reduce labour costs and product damage

·Support ESG goals and global compliance

Discover the technology behind smarter exports and see how it’s transforming dispatch for Australian producers.

F&B metal detectors: testing processes and best practice tips

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:05:00 +1000

In this guide, industry experts explain the differences between validation, verification, and routine performance monitoring. You will also learn about the recommended test methods for various metal detection systems, including:

·Conveyors with discrete products or packs

·Conveyors with bulk products

·Free-fall vertical packaging applications (Vertical Form, Fill and Seal, i.e., VFFS)

·Gravity-feed inspection systems for powders and granular products

·Pipeline systems for liquids, pastes, and slurries

Discover how to optimise metal detection in your food and beverage processing.

[eBook] The future of food science and data: your opportunities

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:41:00 +1000

Get smart about the latest ideas in food and beverages and the future of food production, delivery and consumption. Learn how to turn the most topical challenges in the industry into your opportunities.

Download the latest Food Science eBook to discover how measurement data can help to optimise your food and beverage processes. It covers multiple demanding applications, including:

·agriculture and primary production

·transportation and storage

·industrial food processing

·data-driven food production

·recycling food waste into value

[F&B Guide] How do you save 30–55% on pallet wrapping film costs?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:39:00 +1000

Choosing the right pallet wrapping technology for your business can reduce waste and improve your OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).

This guidebook has been written to help you choose the best-fit pallet stretch wrapping technology for your application, so you can enjoy the benefits.

This eBook covers:

Types of stretch wrapping solutions
Considerations when choosing a solution
Top 5 pitfalls to avoid
Calculating savings

X-Ray inspection: more than just contamination detection

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:35:00 +1000

Since the early 1990s, food and beverage producers have used x-ray to detect contaminants and protect brands. But can x-ray do more — as a multi-tasking guardian of safety and quality?

This white paper explores how x-ray inspection can solve safety and quality issues in food and beverage manufacturing by detecting faults before your products leave the factory. Learn how x-ray systems can perform multiple inspections in a single pass at high line speeds.

[White paper] 5 strategies to prepare for F&B supply chain disruptions

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:33:00 +1000

In the past five years, global events have accelerated regional sourcing and exposed the need for stronger supply chains. Procurement teams face growing supply chain instability, driven by lead times, transport costs, raw material prices, and trade barriers.

Discover five proactive ways food and beverage producers can strengthen supply chain resilience and protect their production.

[White paper] Your game changer for food & bev weight measurement

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:55:00 +1100

New data exchange standards have revolutionised industrial data integration by merging OT, IT, and cloud-based solutions. Future-proof weighing devices enable connectivity to areas of your production needed to build a strategic advantage.

Learn how future-proof data integration solutions can help you:

·Gain a competitive edge with real-time data integration

·Quickly adapt to market changes by easily adding new data sources and targets

·Drive unlimited growth with scalable, reliable integration that ensures data integrity, even at peak demand

[White paper] Advanced wash and clean systems for F&B processing

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:53:00 +1100

Wash and clean systems for the food processing industry demand compact, durable, and efficient pump systems to handle space constraints, harsh environments, and unique usage patterns.

Explore features of compact, efficient wash and clean systems, including pumps with integrated frequency converters, monitoring, protection, and external equipment control.

[eBook] Food manufacturing 2025: AI technology drives inventory innovation

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:32:00 +1100

It’s clear that we’re in a new age of artificial intelligence (AI). No industry is untouched. The food manufacturing and distribution industry is no exception.

Learn about the opportunities afforded by AI and how to transition to a better inventory management system to capitalise on those opportunities.

Find out:

·AI unlocked: top three ways AI is shifting Australian food inventory management.

·Trends in AI: what competitors are doing and how it’s changing performance.

·How other food manufacturing and distribution businesses have benefited.

[White paper] Advanced solutions for plant-based and alternative protein processing

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:10:00 +1100

Some dietary trends fade, but experts expect alternative proteins to grow in the decades to come. Plant sources vary, needing comprehensive analysis, and performance measurements are key in developing plant-based foods.

Learn about the latest testing and analysis innovations that can enable alternative protein ingredient and product development and processing. Discover advanced technology that can enhance your production process.

[White paper] Working together towards decarbonising the food & bev industry

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:05:00 +1100

Have you considered the benefits of setting science-based targets (SBT) for carbon emission reduction? Let’s look at opportunities this creates for you:

·Revise and optimise processes at the factory to ensure long-term performance

·Potentially get immediate savings from optimised processes

·Improve and document your sustainability footprint

·Mitigate climate change impacts and improve quality of life

Get the white paper outlining the immediate and potential opportunities on the way towards a net-zero future!

The greatest inventory mistakes you may not know you are making

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:59:00 +1100

A large number of businesses fail due to poor inventory management. They often don't recognize the issue until it's too late, leading to significant financial losses from reduced productivity and unnecessary expenses.

Download this guide to:

·Discover the five biggest inventory mistakes that can sink businesses

·Learn about the risks you are taking by not taking charge now to fix the issues

·Explore how the latest tech can help you to take back control of your business

[White paper] How safe is X-ray inspection of food?

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:54:00 +1100

This white paper is essential reading for any food manufacturer hesitant to adopt x-ray inspection, particularly those worried about staff resistance to working with x-rays and consumers potentially choosing competing brands.

Explore key questions for food manufacturers, including:

·Why use X-rays to inspect food?

·Do X-rays affect the safety, flavour, texture and nutritional value of food?

·What's the difference between food inspection and food irradiation?

·What's the difference between X-ray radiation and radioactivity?

·How safe are X-ray systems used in the food industry?

What you need to know to better your bottom line

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:44:00 +1100

Weighbridges are becoming increasingly prevalent in the F&B industry — as ensuring you have accurate and efficient weighing practices in placecan be vital to your bottom line.

This guide is designed to help you make an informed decision when buying a new weighbridge. Whether you need help getting started, or want a better understanding of technology and specification options, this guide will be useful.

The guide contains the following sections:

·How a truck scale works

·Scale and weight regulations

·Basic scale choices

·Scale performance

·Weighbridge specifications

·Load cells

·Site planning

·Installation and certification

Food processing made easy with new miniature photoelectric sensors

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:50:00 +1000

Advanced industrial production is a competitive edge for F&B companies of all sizes. To sustain increased production, optimise equipment investments is crucial, with sensors being a critical component.

Learn about the latest photoelectric sensors for food & bev processing that raise the bar for production efficiency. Discover how to increase production rates, simplify your machine integration and cut your stock management costs.