The SS700 Gen2 stainless steel speed reducer from Boston Gear is an evolution of its first-generation worm gear speed reducer, with new features sourced directly from customers’ feedback on the widely popular first-generation series.

For chemical applications in the food and beverage industry, Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) has launched the Qdos H-FLO chemical metering and dosing pump, designed specifically for higher flow rates up to 600 l/h. The Qdos H-FLO high-precision pump offers flexibility to be scalable with a customer’s process.

IDEM Safety Switches designs and manufactures the world’s largest range of safety products in stainless steel – utilising the latest technologies to ensure that the food manufacturing industry never has to compromise on safety over hygiene.

For indirect food applications, particularly where the surrounding environment may be exposed to aggressive chemical washdowns or antibacterial agents, Master bond has introduced the EP42HT-2FG Black two-part, moderate heat cured epoxy.

Ryan Guthrie, vice-president of Shibaura Machine partner, TM Robotics, explains how advanced artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and machine learning technologies can help manufacturers improve food traceability, ensure the safety of their products and build trust with customers.

binder is adding protective caps for the cable connectors to its NCC (Not Connected Closed) 670- and 770-series portfolio. Their task is to prevent the ingress of particles and humidity when the interface is disconnected. The protective caps are equipped with holding straps that can be easily attached to the cable connectors.

Any contamination is a food safety issue that can have a negative and potentially irreparable effect on a pet processors reputation. Catching metal contaminants at the tail-end of lines can be more expensive. Fortress Technology reveals the benefits of installing its inline metal detection equipment upstream on pet processing lines.

binder has introduced the Power Bayonet Connector PBC15. Its size corresponds to an M15 thread, bridging the gap between the widely used M12 and M23 designs.

Export of food industry machinery and systems to the North American market requires conformity to US safety regulations, so binder is expanding its M12 portfolio by adding K- and L-coded overmoulded cable connectors of the 823 and 824 series, which were developed according to UL 2238. The IP68-compliant interfaces feature a protected seal within the M12 socket, and the M12x1 thread is equipped with an anti-vibration lock.

Automation can help boost the food industry’s traceability, efficiency and quality control. All these benefits can help companies reduce food waste and damaged products, as Adnan Khan, manager of food and beverage industries at Beckhoff UK, explains.