The new HHA Hygienic Hollow Shaft Actuator combines the latest motor technology, a high-performance Harmonic Drive CSG Gear Component Set and a high capacity tilt resistance output bearing.

Developing and integrating control panels or HMIs in machines for the food processing industry requires specialist knowledge, innovative design and production methods. SCHURTER develops and produces customised control panels that meet the highest requirements in the food sector.

HARTING will be demonstrating its Han F+B connector series at Food Manufacturing Live. The range is Ecolab approved and resistant to aggressive cleaning agents. The polypropylene housings conform to FDA 21 and all hoods, housings and seals are IP69K rated and fully resistant to water cleaning jets.

The P|Prox range of stainless steel, IP69K rated inductive distance sensors from ifm electronic, reliably measuring the distance to metallic targets with micrometre precision no longer requires expensive measuring systems.

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.