According to experts from Regal Rexnord, the best way to improve hygiene in bakeries is not just through cleaner materials or easier access, but by reducing the number of potential failure points across the system as a whole.
23rd June 2025
The updated ISO 14119:2024 standard - covering interlocking devices associated with guards - was published just a few months ago, replacing the 2013 version. This revision is essential for machine builders, end users, and safety professionals. The experts at Fortress Safety discuss the changes.
20th June 2025
If you think weighing is just about measuring weight, think again. Frank Borrmann, market manager for the strategic business unit checkweighing and vision, Mettler-Toledo Garvens explores the important role this technology plays in food manufacturing, helping businesses meet weighing regulations, uphold product quality and boost productivity - all while keeping production lines running smoothly.
9th June 2025
Few things are more disruptive to a busy bakery than unplanned downtime. Whether it's a jammed conveyor, a worn-out bearing, or a belt that takes too long to clean, even small interruptions can cascade into lost batches, missed delivery windows and rising costs, as the experts at Regal Rexnord explain.
6th June 2025
In this joint Q&A, Rob Stevens, Market Manager from Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection and Merce Sanchez, Food Programme Manager, BRCGS offer insights into compliance nuances, the pivotal role of product inspection and actionable strategies to help manufacturers thrive in the face of rigorous standards.
5th June 2025
Metal detection is a crucial technology for food safety, helping manufacturers maintain high quality standards while meeting regulatory and retailer requirements. However, to be truly effective, metal detectors must undergo routine testing to verify performance, confirm compliance and reduce contamination risks, says Rob Stevens, Market Manager, Mettler-Toledo Safeline Metal Detection.
4th June 2025
With so many options available, selecting the right bearing for your application can be a daunting task. Here, Chris Johnson, managing director at SMB Bearings, unravels the complexities of bearings and offers expert guidance on what to choose and when.
3rd June 2025
Fortress Technology explores the benefits of staying ahead of an unannounced inspection by an external party, and the value of monitoring everyday risks by performing regular internal and external audit reviews.
2nd June 2025
Christoph Dorigatti, Vice President Global Business Development at automation supplier COPA-DATA, explores the trends shaping manufacturing, and the outlook for the next three years.
21st May 2025
In the world of process cooling, selecting the right equipment is no longer just about capacity or initial cost. Increasingly, it's about energy performance, compliance with evolving regulations, and long-term sustainability. That's where the Seasonal Energy Performance Ratio (SEPR) becomes a critical factor, as Phil Ayres of ICS Cool Energy explains.
21st May 2025