The adoption of robotics is set to change the face of food manufacturing for the better, both for primary and secondary processing and packaging tasks, as Paul Carter, robotics sales manager at FANUC UK, explains.

METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection has redesigned its C2 High-load Checkweighing portfolio, capable of weighing heavy loads of up to 35kg. The portfolio is positioned to help manufacturers combat rising costs, plus increase reliability and serviceability.

Hygiene and safety are critical in the food processing industry. Machines and equipment must be easy to clean to prevent dirt particles and bacteria from accumulating and meet strict requirements for usage in the food industry. HARTING’s Han F+B range of connectors have been designed with a focus on such applications.

For power entry in the food processing industry where equipment is subject to cleaning and disinfecting, and where conventional connectors could be compromised, Schurter has launched new versions of its DG11 and DG12 power entry modules that achieve an IP54 protection value in the plugged-in state in accordance with IEC 60529.

METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection has launched the X2 Series of high-performing x-ray systems to help enhance product safety for all food manufacturers at what the company describes as an incredible price point.

Kawasaki Robotics demonstrated its capabilities in the Industrial Robot Zone at iREX 2023, showcasing products and solutions not just for the traditional industrial sectors, but also in the medical and healthcare sector, as well as in the social fields with a view to social implementation.

igus has developed its first linear guide system that is based on EHEDG hygienic design guidelines. Using FDA-compliant materials such as the high-performance polymer iglidur A160 and a high-alloy stainless steel, and carriage design with a washable interior, means the design adheres to hygienic standards.

Developed primarily for use in conformal temperature control systems in applications such as the production of meat substitutes, the new SBT-series flow sensors from ifm electronic respond to flow rate changes in less than 10 ms, even at low flow rates. This ensures that process quality is maintained and the risk of product wastage is minimised.

Food and beverage production lines can now benefit from reliable valve position feedback, thanks to the new TopWorx DVR Switchbox from Emerson. This entry-level addition to the DV Series of valve position indicators combines a durable resin enclosure, compact size and a patented cam design.

Food and beverage manufacturing is undergoing a digital transformation, and businesses must either adjust to these changes or risk falling behind the competition. Modular production could hold the key to helping manufacturers in the sector to stay profitable and competitive in this challenging environment, as COPA-DATA regional sales manager Mohammed Ahmed explains.