Tate & Lyle to close UK citric acid plant
Tate & Lyle has been forced to close its UK citric acid operations in the face of intense competition from Chinese imports and oversupply in the world market.
Archives for February 1, 2007
'All-natural' extract prevents meat oxidation
A new solvent-free extract reduces lipid oxidization -- extending shelf life of meat -- while protecting the flavour, its manufacturer claims.
Manufacturing software integrates shop floor data
As part of the wave of new networking products that integrate management tools with shop floordata, Informance International has released its version of what is called manufacturing intelligence (MI) software.
New PP grade cuts need for multiple sealing films
A new grade of polypropylene (PP) reduces production costs for converters by eliminating the need for different sealing films, its manufacturer claims.
UK bakers praised for salt reduction
Bakers have made significant progress in curbing salt content, according to a survey of well-known supermarket and bakery bread brands.