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News Release from: Ishida Europe
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 07 January 2008
Food industry solutions at Foodex-Meatex
A new integrated Quality Control and End-of-Line packing system will be on display at Foodex-Meatex, which will showcase a range of Ishida weighing and packing solutions for the food industry
Also on display will be the newest addition to the Ishida advanced R Series multihead weighers, which enable the automatic handling of fresh meat; a salad weigher; and the latest model in the DACS-W checkweigher range The new QC and packing system comprises the Ishida IX-GA-2475 x-ray inspection system, Weigh Price Labeller, Seal Tester for top seal trays and Pick and Place System to pack the trays into outers
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 20 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Whereas traditional weighing systems have been using either static scales or linear weighers, the new weigher utilises the traditional circular multihead design and incorporates stainless steel rotating screws in each of the radial feed troughs, which allow a controlled product supply to the weigh hoppers for even very sticky meat.
As a result, says Ishida, speeds of up to 15% higher than the best linear system can now be achieved.
"Customer feedback from the food industry is influencing our new product development in two main areas," explains Paul Griffin, Marketing Director of Ishida Europe.
"The first is the continuing demand for automation, which is leading to the development of weighers and equipment to handle traditionally 'difficult' products such as fresh meat, poultry and ready meals.
At the same time, the drive for automation has led to a requirement for effective, automated inspection and quality control systems to provide quality assurance for both manufacturers and the consumer.
"Our stand at Foodex-Meatex will highlight our very latest models in both these areas". Request free introductory details about products from Ishida Europe ...
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