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  • Tetra Pak AB Biotek postbiotic ingredients opens opportunities for food manufacturers

    Postbiotic product samples. Image: Tetra Pak Posted: 31 October 2023 Related core topics: Ingredients Related topics: beverages, Cheese, dairy products, high protein ambient yogurt, high protein tea, Ice cream, postbiotic, reduced sugar juice, ultra-high temperature Related organisations: AB Biotek, tetra pak Related people: Alberto Kullovitz, Gerald Dard Share this page Tetra Pak has announced a…


  • AES demonstrates dynamic line rating in Indiana and Ohio

    Image: LineVision US energy company AES is demonstrating the largest dynamic line ratings deployment on its transmission towers in Indiana and Ohio. The deployment by grid technology company LineVision includes 42 LUX non-contact sensors and forms part of a joint project to assess how grid-enhancing technologies may increase the transmission capacity on the existing power…


  • Deep Learning Machine Vision can Support Manufacturing Recovery in 2024

    Tom Lambert, Machine Vision Specialist EMEA, Zebra Technologies The world of machine vision needs a new vision for how deep learning machine vision solutions can help manufacturers and machine builders like Bosch and MOSAIC increase and improve their operations, visual inspection, and quality and compliance processes. Globally, manufacturers are also seeking to address labour challenges…


  • Automation in the chilled food industry

    The chilled food industry has long been a cornerstone of the global food supply chain. With the ever-increasing demand for fresh, quality products delivered promptly to consumers, the sector has looked to technological advancements to meet these challenges. Automation, in particular, has emerged as a key solution, offering significant benefits in terms of efficiency, safety,…


  • Nestlé launches range of plant-based alternatives to white fish

    Introducing a product range of plant-based fish alternatives, Nestlé says its fish fillets, nuggets, and fingers stand out for their strong nutrition credentials, as well their great taste and texture that is close to white fish. They are also certified vegan. As people are increasingly looking for fish alternatives, Torsten Pohl, global head of R&D…


  • Polish DSO Tauron to open engineering skills centre

    Image courtesy 123rf The Polish electricity distribution system operator will create an Industry Skills Center (BCU) in Wrocław, Poland, to help engineers develop their qualifications in the field of measurement and diagnostics of electrical devices and installations, as well as protection against electric shock. Tauron Dystrybucja will open the centre thanks to funding from the…


  • EU sees growing dependence on clean technology imports

    Image: 123RF.com The European Commission’s review of the competitiveness of clean energy technologies finds that while remaining highly cost competitive, market shares are falling. While there are positive trends, such as the 50% increase in the roll-out rate of wind and solar in the EU in 2022 compared to 2021, from raw materials to key…


  • Digital solution helps bakery with comprehensive picture of production

    A fully integrated ERP solution from CSB-System is delivering a complete overview of operations at Van Dijk Bakery, one of the Netherlands’ leading bakeries. The baking company said the ERP provides a single source of valuable data, full traceability, and a high level of flexibility, all of which are helping to maximise production efficiencies. Based…


  • Fresh Produce Consortium announces winners

    The Fresh Produce Consortium, the trade association uniting the fresh produce industry, has announced the winners of its 2023 Fresh Produce Consortium Awards. The FPC Fresh Awards 2023, widely known as the Oscars of the fresh produce industry, took place at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Friday, September 29. Hosted by celebrity…


  • Powerline communication – “There’s life in the old dog yet!”

    Narrowband powerline communication (NB-PLC) technologies enjoy enduring success and are set to remain vital components of the smart grid landscape. When it comes to narrowband powerline communication technologies, the saying “There’s life in the old dog yet!” applies rather well, since many experts predicted that cellular technologies would quickly replace PLC in existing applications. In…