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Tips for effectively planning conveyance systems and lines

Conveyors play a vital role in the food and beverage industry, facilitating the movement of products through various stages of production. However, as manufacturing facilities face space constraints, energy consumption concerns, and the need for automation integration, careful planning and innovative solutions are...

Concerns about the safety of melamine continue despite the use of bio-based tableware

Bamboo tableware has been promoted as an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics derived from fossil fuels. However, recent studies have raised concerns about the safety of these products, particularly in relation to the migration of melamine. Many bamboo-labeled items are actually made with melamine-formaldehyde...

Premier Tech Systems and Automation Upgrades VPF Series Air Valve Bag Filling Machine

Premier Tech Systems and Automation recently introduced the re-engineered VPF Series air valve bag filling machine, designed to revolutionize productivity and accuracy in the handling of various materials, particularly in the food and chemical industries. This cutting-edge equipment boasts a 60% reduction in moving...

Greencore and Bakkavor successfully extend discussions for deal

Greencore and Bakkavor, two prominent UK manufacturers, have recently been engaged in discussions over a potential £1.2bn ($1.57bn) takeover bid. After facing two rejections, the boards of both companies have reached an agreement in principle on Greencore's latest offer for Bakkavor, signaling a positive...

Trump suspends tariffs on imported goods for 90 days

The recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to pause most of his recent tariffs on imported goods for 90 days in order to negotiate trade deals with affected countries has sparked both relief and uncertainty in the global market. Trump's move, which also...

One more reason to eat fresh vegetables: Ultra-processed foods contain more chemicals

The rise in popularity of plant-based foods in Western diets has been driven by a desire to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve health outcomes compared to animal-based foods. However, some plant-based alternatives to cheese, meat, and fish undergo extensive industrial processing to mimic...