Multi-head thermal printer built for high speed lines
A multi-head thermal transfer printer has been designed to meet the high throughput of a variety of multi-lane packaging machines.
Archives for December 9, 2005
Ink chemical does not pose a health risk, food regulator says
Scientific evidence indicates that the presence of the ink chemical isopropylthioxanthone (ITX) in packaged foods does not pose a health risk, an EU regulator said today.
Improved low trans fats target healthy baked goods, says ADM
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has expanded its range of low trans fats, which it claims will allow manufacturers of baked goods to produce healthier formulations with good functionality.
Liquid dispenser uses RFID to provide safety check
A liquid dispensing system with a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag allows food and beverage companies to cost-effectively manage the safety and reliability of their products during processing, its manufacturer claims.
Different fibres impact different heart disease risk factors
Most kinds of fibre are related to lower risk of various heart disease risk factors, finds new research on a French population.
Fiber market set to surge, but products must stress health benefits
Demand for fiber in the US is forecast to more than double in the next six years, with food manufacturers set to "tap into regions with very few competitors but with high product demand," according to new research by Frost & Sullivan.