Much like current trends in the craft brewing space, Australian spirits manufacturing is experiencing an uptick grounded largely in boutique-scale operations. Since 2014, the industry’s footprint has grown from just 28 distilleries to now over 350, with more than 60 per cent of these based in rural and regional areas. Read more
Automation trailblazers – collaborative robots, or cobots – are unleashing their potential across an array of applications commonly carried out on the factory floor. Read more
Small and medium processors in the meat industry are confronted by many challenges which currently include attraction and retention of staff, safety, and cost competitiveness against increasing automated larger producers and processors. Read more
Rittal’s innovative hygienic design solutions are engineered for high hygiene zones, but they are part of a larger industrial automation ecosystem that food and beverage manufacturers can leverage. By streamlining the panel building and switchgear system engineering process using industry-leading software, EPLAN, and implementing Edge data centres to store their own data as close to the source as possible, Rittal customers are enjoying the benefits of full automation, digitalisation, and IoT connectivity. Read more
The Australian manufacturer Graintech designs, manufactures and installs custom processing equipment to prominent brands around the globe. They offer a wide product range which includes batch coaters, fluid bed dryers, mixers, conveying technology and most recently, baghouses. Read more
Proudly Australian machine builders, HMPS Group (HMPS), began in 1980 and have since evolved into specialists in the design and manufacture of automated processing and packaging solutions. Over the years, the company has solved complex packaging challenges and their most recent success story was no exception. Read more
Food & Beverage Industry News speaks to William Lebihan, head of Field Sales and Marketing for SMC Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), about AUSPACK 2022 and what they showcased for their customers. Read more
ARM Hub has partnered with North Queensland Banana Farmers and Hort Innovation to adopt more continuous improvement and automation technology, and deliver the Banana Industry Strategic Investment Plan. Read more
Day one of the 2022 AUSPACK expo at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre kicked off with high energy as exhibitors, buyers, and visitors were finally able to step onto the show room floor after years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Australia has a rich history in the art of chocolate making, and Siemens works closely with industry to integrate modern automation systems for a range of applications. Many of these family-owned businesses have been in operation for over a century, developing their craft and growing with the introduction of newer, more efficient production frameworks. Read more
The need for an all-in-one solution for automation tasks comes from a single source, SEW Eurodrive’s MOVI-C covers complex motion control applications helping a confectionary machine achieve optimum results.
Experts at ifm efector continue to tell clients, and the industry, about the importance of adopting automation technology as the manufacturing continues to evolve. Adam McCleery writes. Read more
A new South Australian craft beer has been designed entirely by AI, thanks to a special project from the University of Adelaide’s Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML) working in partnership with Barossa Valley Brewing. Read more
Identify the value of digital transformation for F&B manufacturing to remain competitive and realise efficiencies across your enterprise. Read more
The slightest measurement errors can cause great damage to manufacturer, such as the product recall of entire production runs or expensive downtime, and then there is the damage to the brand reputation.
The world’s first IEC 62998-certified safety laser scanner for indoor and outdoor use opens up a whole new world of safe and easy automation. Read more
SIMATIC S7-1200 controllers are the ideal choice when it comes to flexibly and efficiently performing automation tasks in the lower to medium performance range. They feature a comprehensive range of technological functions and integrated communication, as well as especially compact and space-saving design. Read more
Automation experts ifm will present a webinar on its moneo software and TCC temperature sensors which promise to improve efficiencies and increase production rates. Read more
One of Australia’s finest chocolate makers, Chocolatier Australia, automated their manual best before date and batch code process with insignia’s innovative coding solution to drive greater efficiencies on the production line and improve product traceability. Read more
The new Elettric80 model of Laser Guided Vehicle for the tissue sector can lift and move reels up to 3 – 5 tons in weight and 3 meters in diameter. The result is greater flexibility, enhanced safety, and less waste. Read more