China still top for manufacturing investment, study
28-Aug-2007 - China remains the number one location in which manufacturers plan to expand their operations, according...
Breaded food fryer reduces oil use claims manufacturer
27-Aug-2007 - A new fryer can reduce the amount of oil needed to cook breaded foods, the...
Wash and go drum for conveyer systems
23-Aug-2007 - A new self-cleaning drum, used to drive conveyors, can improve hygiene in plants and reduce...
Mastertaste unveils botanical extracts for flavour customisation
22-Aug-2007 - Mastertaste has developed a new line of natural botanical extracts using a process that allows...
Technology tests cheese with ease, says manufacturer
21-Aug-2007 - A new system of screening and testing cheese can offer processors a cost effective way...
McCain invests in wind turbines for chip plant
16-Aug-2007 - In a sign that the UK's push to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions is...
Seasoning line cuts product damage, claims manufacturer
14-Aug-2007 - A new seasoning line can cut product damage by up to 60 per cent compared...
Economy x-ray inspects and detects
14-Aug-2007 - A new economy inspection system uses x-ray to check products for contaminants and other defects,...
UK a high risk foot and mouth zone
10-Aug-2007 - The European Commission this week declared that the UK, excluding Northern Ireland, is a high...
Analyser adapted for high viscosity milk
06-Aug-2007 - A manufacturer of analysers designed to assess milk composition claims to have adapted their products...
Reports criticise Italy, Greece for poor food safety regs
31-Jul-2007 - Italy is in the bad books, while Slovenia is the teacher's pet, according to European...
Tiny devices developed for pathogen detection
30-Jul-2007 - Scientists in Denmark have created two tiny devices, which they have leveraged to detect a...
ISO standard set for food traceability
26-Jul-2007 - A new international standard has been set for traceability along the food chain, setting out...
Harry & David expands confectionery division
25-Jul-2007 - US-based Harry & David Holdings will invest $16m (€11.6m) in expanding its candy, chocolate and...
Pie factory moves in bid to keep Melton Mowbray name
24-Jul-2007 - Pending EU recognition of the Melton Mowbray pie as a protected food has led to...
Oil curtains for nuts fry cleaner, claims company
19-Jul-2007 - Curtains of oil provide a cleaner frying of product than submersion systems, says Heat and...
Report criticises UK managers for poor performance
19-Jul-2007 - UK food processors are so badly managed that three-quarters of the companies in the market...
Unilever consolidates UK operations
16-Jul-2007 - In a bid to get more competitive in the UK market, Unilever is consolidating its...
EU should not relax safety standards, say food technologists
12-Jul-2007 - The European Commission should not relax international food safety standards for small food businesses, food...
Dryer uses less energy and compressed air
11-Jul-2007 - A new dryer has been designed to use less energy and compressed air than existing...
Invest in automation, says study
05-Jul-2007 - Suppliers and manufacturers alike should investigate and invest in automation production lines, according to a...
High-speed conveyer handles heavy loads
03-Jul-2007 - A new plastic chain belt, designed for heavier loads, can transport goods at over 375...
Sampler tests air for pathogens
03-Jul-2007 - A new automatic air sampler is designed to monitor pathogens at food manufacturing sites.
Barry Callebaut expands presence with Nestle units
03-Jul-2007 - Barry Callebaut has completed the purchase of two Nestle units, the company said yesterday.
Premier Foods to close six factories
03-Jul-2007 - Premier Foods, the UK's largest food company, said yesterday it will close six of its...
