Dry Processing

New foreign material detection system offers enhanced detection in a smaller footprint. The system can detect objects at 1.5 mm square and is 10 feet in length. With 3 model widths available, the high-speed solution has inspection rates up to 40,000 lbs./hour. The IP69K FMI system inspects product from the top and bottom simultaneously, in high-definition color. The inspection systems have magnetic driven motors, a high-speed rejector, positive drive belting and tool-less belt removal. Remote monitoring capability and real-time statistical reporting comes standard. http://www.prospectionsolutions.com/

SalQuant™ quantification application of the BAX® System Real-Time PCR Assay shows if salmonella is present and quantifies levels from each sample when used with BAX® System Q7. The rapid method provides quantitative data on contamination levels by performing RT-PCR on comminuted poultry collected from a food production facility. Samples are then analyzed. The application for salmonella testing offers targeted intervention processes and assessments of consumer risk in final products.

New generation of digital food metal detectors features the latest ARM microprocessors. They offer the ability to run multiple inspection processes, and capturing and storing processing data for traceability. The Interceptor metal detector enables a machine to run real-time analysis of low- and high-frequency signals in parallel. Food producers are then able to inspect wet or conductive products, identify the product effect and eliminate it from the higher frequency signal where the effect of metal is likely to be more prominent. www.fortresstechnology.com

As product falls freely through the metal detector’s inspection zone, the unit detects metal contaminants and the contaminated portion of the product is quickly segregated from the main product flow and removed. Four new improvements to the GF metal detectors are the RT (Reduced Test) Mode; the ATS (Automatic Test System; e-Drive technology to increase the detection of smaller and spherical contaminants; and Emulation, which enables the remote monitoring of detector performance using hand-held wireless devices. www.mt.com/pi

Model RCM-60X20-SS rotary continuous mixer blends primary bulk ingredients, minor ingredients and/or liquid additions in 1 to 2 minutes residence. The mixer design employs a 20 ft. x 60 in. rotating cylinder with internal mixing flights that impart a gentle tumbling action, distributing particles with each degree of drum rotation and with no shear or heat generation. A 30 HP gear-reduced motor rotates the drum at slow speeds on external trunnion rollers. The mixer’s stationary inlet and outlet allow hard connections to upstream and downstream process equipment, while an internal stainless steel spray line allows liquid coating, de-dusting or perfuming of dry ingredients. www.munsonmachinery.com

The Petrifilm Plate Reader Advanced uses automation to help increase throughput and efficiency in testing labs with fixed artificial intelligence (AI) networks to enumerate the Petrifilm Plates. The plate reader provides accurate colony counting with software that simplifies results storage and data analytics, and produces reports. The small, peripheral device contains a 5MP camera and barcode reader. The plates are inserted into the device, with imaging and information displaying on a USB-connected computer in under 6 seconds, processing up to 900 plates per hour.

Volumetric screw feeder holds symbol authorization for 3-A sanitary std. 81-00. Design provides accurate metering of powders in medium- to high-capacity applications. Feeders are available with screw lengths up to 60” and auger diameters from 4” to 10”. Fully demountable design offers easy disassembly and cleaning. Outlet options include ferrules, flanges, BFM® flexible sleeve fittings and plain-tube stubs. VSFO model with over-flight can improve feeding if feed materials are not free-flowing. Unit will feed material from bulk storage to a rotary magnet and then to packaging. https://www.powder-solutions.com/

Surge hopper allows for material to collect and flow through a metal detector, ensuring contaminant-free filling. Unit features sanitary stainless-steel product contact surfaces and is FDA/USDA approved for direct and indirect dry food contact. High output filling system uses a rotating bag support carriage for maximum filling efficiency and reduced operator fatigue. Once sealed, the bulk bag is automatically inflated, filled to specified weight from product infeed chute above and densified. https://materialtransfer.com/

The MCF PowerSaver® dust collector can save up to 50% in operational costs and extend bag life. An integrated blower produces medium pressure air during cleaning, eliminating the need for compressed air in the filter. The MCF is built to handle heavy dust loads including abrasive materials. With Never Miss™ Controlled-Cleaning System, the PowerSaver aligns the cleaning arm and bag segments, positioning the air nozzles to fire directly into the bags. The dust collector provides cleaning capacities up to 250,000 CFM and can handle extreme environments with temperatures reaching over 465˚ F. www.schenckprocess.com/us

All-In-One NanoStabilizer®-LSO enables the creation of water-soluble nanoemulsion powders from active ingredients such as CBD, Delta 9 THC, Delta 8 THC, essential oils, vitamins and nutraceuticals. The proprietary all-in-one blend of natural, organic and tasteless carrier oils, emulsifiers and humectants is needed to ultrasonically nano-emulsify hydrophobic bioactive extracts and convert them into water-soluble powders. The powders can be added to beverages, edibles and topicals or consumed as fast-dissolving tablets.